Leatherwork for Woodworkers with Jason Thigpen
Oct
18
to Oct 20

Leatherwork for Woodworkers with Jason Thigpen

Cost: $875

In this class we will be making a solid leather tool tote that is perfect for transporting hand tools, camera equipment, or a picnic lunch. The tote itself is a great exercise in saddle stitching and basic leather skills and techniques. To further enhance these skill sets, the class will also cover making leather cases or covers for a wide variety of woodworking tools. Whether it’s an axe, scorp, drawknife, block plane, or something different altogether. This class will thoroughly cover the techniques and methods needed to make covers for these tools. Students are encouraged to bring their own personal tools along for this part. At the end of the class, each student will have constructed a quality leather tool tote and all of the covers and cases necessary to transport your tools safely. The skills learned in this class are applicable to countless other leather projects and will provide a solid foundation for your new passion.

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Ladder Back Chair with Eric Cannizzaro
Oct
11
to Oct 16

Ladder Back Chair with Eric Cannizzaro

Cost: $1300

This class covers all the processes and techniques needed to make a ladder back chair. We will use a combination of hand tool and machine methods, and create the finished surfaces with the drawknife and spokeshave. We will cover working from the log vs. sawn stock, steam bending, drilling methods, sharpening, approaches to joinery, and more. Seats will be woven with hickory bark, a traditional ladder back seat material. There wont be time to paint the chairs during class, but we will discuss options for finishing at home. This class is open to all skill levels.

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