WORKSHOPS AND classes
make a t-style electric guitar
skills:
Have you ever wanted to make your own electric guitar? In this class we will go from raw materials to a fully built electric guitar over two days and two additional evenings. This is not a kit assembly class. We will use patterns to make the neck, fingerboard, and body. All materials, including electronics, frets, tuners, truss rod, and pick guard are included.
Students will be expected to apply their own finishes at home, but finishing options and techniques will be during the last class.
Please confirm your schedule. No make-up days will be permitted.
dates: January 24 - 27 | 8AM-5PM Sat/Sun | 5PM-9PM Mon/Tue
instructor: Justin Garnache, Atelier Garnache
prerequisite: None.
tools/safety: pencil, notebook, hearing and eye protection
materials: all will be included
cancellation policy: due to materials acquisitions, there are no refunds or reschedules within 7 days of the class start
price: $1025
MAKE A PROFESSIONAL PiCTURE FRAME
skills: Learn the fundamentals of building custom picture frames, using both hand and power tools to create precise, polished results. This class will guide you through the full process, from dimensioning stock of selected woods (like white oak, cherry, walnut and maple) to mounting artwork with a matte behind a plexiglass front, and installing hanging hardware.
dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays | March 3, 5, 10, 12 | 6PM - 8:30PM
instructor(s): Peter Stein
prerequisite: None
tools/safety: Eye protection, hearing protection, combination square.
materials: All materials provided.
price: $490
note: Offered through Needham Community Education
Hand Tools: Solving the Mysteries of Hand Planes, Chisels and More
skills: In this class we will begin by learning the theory behind sharpening single bevel blades and practice on hand planes and chisels. You will be introduced to layout tools such as marking gauges and knives. Moving to the hand plane, we will then learn how to tune a hand plane and begin properly using it to flatten, thickness, smooth and square wood boards (e.g., for panel glue-ups). Next up is the uber-versatile 1” chisel. We will carve chamfers and round-overs by hand to obtain the feel for how the chisel moves through wood and continue with chopping and further paring in the building of a basic, wooden display case.
dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays | May 12, 14, 19, 21 | 6PM - 8:30PM
instructor(s): Peter Stein
prerequisite: None
tools/safety: Eye protection, hearing protection, combination square.
materials: All materials provided.
price: $460
note: Offered through Needham Community Education
side table workshop - intermediate
skills: Learn dimensioning lumber, floating tenons, advanced tablesaw techniques (tapers and bevels) and hand woodworking skills.
dates: tbd
instructor: Peter Stein, Owner of Needham Furniture Makers,
prerequisite: Comfort being around basic woodworking machines.
tools/safety: Eye protection, hearing protection, combination square (we recommend Starrett but there are cheaper options.
materials: All materials including wood provided.
price: $595
2 day cutting Board workshop
skills: New to woodworking? Learn how to safely use machine shop tools and make a beautiful cutting board at the same time! Using various wood types, you will cut and sequence glue-ups to produce a high-quality cutting board that will make a perfect holiday gift that will last a lifetime.
dates: tbd
prerequisite: None.
instructor(s): Mark DeVeber, North Bernnet Street School instructor
tools/safety: pencil, notebook, eye protection, tape measure
price: $295 (includes materials)
SPOON CARVING
Learn the relaxing art of spoon-making. Experiment with different shaping tools including hook knives, spoon gouges, and rasps. This practice is one of the best ways to understand how to use grain direction to your advantage. Come away with a beautiful gift and possibly your new favorite meditation.
skills: Safely shape wood using hand tools and a bandsaw. Learn to design and carve an aesthetically pleasing and ergonomic form. Understand grain direction, as well as how to keep tools sharp.
dates: tbd
instructor: Hugo Nakashima-Brown(www.nakashima-brown.com/)
class size: 8 students
prerequisite: none.
tools/safety equipment: Safety glasses provided (feel free to bring any of your own carving or sharpening tools)
materials: Wood provided (various species)
price: $105 plus $20 materials fee
using a router - the basics
skills: Learn to safely use a handheld and table mounted router for joinery, edge and surface shaping.
dates: tbd
instructor: Justin Garnache, Atelier Garnache
prerequisite: None.
tools/safety: Eye protection, hearing protection (optional)
materials: n/a
price: $95
MACHINE Woodworking 101
skills: Learn machine safety and milling. Understand the fundamentals of wood movement. Jointing, planing, ripping, grooves, dados, glue-ups, surface prep for finishing. Build a slide-top box that incorporates these skills.
dates: TBD
instructor(s): Justin Garnache
prerequisite: None
tools/safety: Eye protection, hearing protection, combination square.
materials: Wood (poplar) and glue provided.
price: $730
note: Offered through Needham Community Education - Link Below
through dovetails: A simpler method
skills: Have you ever wanted to cut hand cut dovetails, but worried it might be too hard? This class is about demystifying and simplifying the process of hand cut, through dovetails. Students will learn layout, saw techniques, and proper chisel forms to jumpstart their entry into this fascinating joinery method. Learn this relaxing art form in a concise, easy to follow way that will remove a lot of trial and error and have you cutting professional quality dovetails faster.
dates: to be scheduled
instructor: Justin Garnache, Atelier Garnache
prerequisite: None.
tools/safety: all provided
materials: all provided
price: $250
Chip Carving
skills: Learn the basics of chip carving! In this class students will learn the essential techniques to get started in this rewarding and low-cost hobby. We will cover sharpening, pattern making and transfer, hand positions, and chip cutting. If you have been looking for a way to get into wood carving, or just want a fun, inexpensive hobby then chip carving is perfect craft.
dates: to be scheduled
instructor: Justin Garnache, Atelier Garnache
prerequisite: None.
tools/safety: all provided
materials: all provided
price: $120
CHOPSTICKS CRAFTING WORKSHOP
skills: Learn the basic techniques for shaping, preparing, and finishing hardwoods for crafting food-safe objects for everyday use. Understand the aspects of wood that go into making a durable and usable piece.
dates :to be scheduled
instructor(s): Ian Labich, Adamant Woodworks
prerequisite: None
tools/safety: Eye protection
materials: All provided.
price: $99
introduction to hand tools
introduction to hand tools
In this class we will begin by learning the theory behind sharpening single bevel blades with a hollow grind and practice on hand planes and chisels. You will be introduced to layout tools such as marking gauges and knives and learn to appreciate the importance of laying out your work. Moving to the hand plane, we will then learn how to tune a hand plane and begin properly using it to flatten, thickness, smooth and square wood boards (e.g., for panel glue-ups). Next up is the uber-versatile 1” chisel. After appreciating the difference between a sharp and a dull chisel, we will lay out and carve chamfers and round-overs by hand to obtain the feel for how the chisel moves through wood. Chisel work will continue with chopping and further paring in the building of a basic, wooden display case. We will finish the class by working with router planes to smooth the bottom of our project.The instructor will also address any questions you may have along the way. Project materials (such as wood) are covered by the cost of the class. Hand planes, chisels, router planes and marking gauges/knives will be provided or bring your own. Limited to 4..
skills:
This class will cover how to safely and effectively utilize three basic hand tools: a hand plane, a chisel and a router plane. Through demonstrations and exercises, we will use a hand plane to dimension, smooth and square wood for an oil stone box. We will learn to precisely layout our design with a knife and marking gauge and how to chop and pare with a chisel. Finally, we will finish our boxes with a router plane. The instructor will also address any questions you may have along the way. Project materials (such as wood) are covered by the cost of the class. Tools (planes, chisels, marking gauges and knives, and router planes) will be provided. Please bring an accurate combination square and pencil..
dates: TO BE SCHEDULED
instructor: Peter Stein and Justin Garnache, North Bennet St alums and furniture makers.
prerequisite: none.
tools/safety: Combination square (we recommend Starrett but there are cheaper options). Other tools will be provided.
materials: Wood and glue provided.
price: $630