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Wood Bending: Shaker Oval Box Set

  • Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute 1375 N Main St Adrian, MI, 49221 United States (map)

Wood Bending: Shaker Oval Box Set

1 Day: Saturday, November 2, 2024, 9AM-5PM

Tuition: $175

Ages: 14 & Up

Instructor: Sheri Sarata

Instructional Delivery Method(s): In person

Prerequisites: None

Program Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Program Description:

Learn how to bend wood to practically any shape with heat and moisture. Students will learn the principles of manipulating wood by bending. Students will learn various techniques of bending, so they may find a solution that works best for them. No tools or experience required. All tools and materials will be provided.

Learning Objectives:

  • Learn to carve the “fingers” on carefully prepared thin strips of wood

  • Experience how heat and moisture affects wood to allow it bend

  • Learn to carefully pin your box wall with tiny copper tacks

  • Learn how to fit the tops and bottoms and pin with small pegs

  • Students will make a set of 3 Shaker Oval Boxes

Attendance Requirements: Students must attend all days

Location: Sam Beauford Woodshop, 1375 N. Main St, Building 41, Adrian, Michigan 49221

Class Size: Maximum 10

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If you have any questions about this class, please contact the Administrative Office at (517) 759-3070 or email sambeaufordwoodshop@gmail.com.


Earlier Event: November 2
Farm House Table
Later Event: November 9
SketchUp for Woodworkers with Bob Lang