Introduction to Woodturning
Description
This class will aim to teach you the fundamentals of woodturning. With the completion of this class you can confidently start a project on your own or participate in our specialized woodturning classes, such as bowl turning, salt/pepper mills, lamp base crafting, and more, to further enhance your skills. During this class, you will be creating a small flower vase.
Instruction provided in this class will cover the following topics: understanding the purpose of the lathe and its usage, selecting the appropriate type of wood for your project, the process of cutting it to the required size and securing it to the lathe, understanding the purpose of each chisel and its usage, learning various sanding techniques, and acquiring the skill of sharpening your chisels.
Tools
Lathe
Lathe Chisels
Drill Press
Table Saw
Sandpaper
Materials
Wood (Redwood or Pine)
Polyacrylic Waterproof Clear Finish
Considerations
To ensure that this class can be completed within the allotted time frame, pre-drilling will be conducted before the class begins. The final product will be a vase with the following approximate dimensions: 2 ½”D x 4 ¼”L.
Please remember that wood is a naturally sourced material and may contain flaws or imperfections.
Attire
For your safety and protection, please ensure that you wear tight-fitting shirts, long pants, and closed-toed shoes throughout the class. During heavy machine and power tool operations, it is imperative to tie back long hair, roll up long sleeves, and wear hearing and eye protection. You are welcome to bring your own protective gear, or you may use the ones we provide free of charge.
Any project involving a lathe will generate a significant amount of wood shavings and dust. Please come prepared by wearing old clothing that covers the neck area, as you will be getting quite messy during this class. We will supply basic face masks and face shields for your use. However, you are also welcome to bring your own if you prefer.
Duration: ~5 hours (Please note that this is an estimation that may differ based on your proficiency and learning speed.)
Class Fee: $320
