Want to learn more about woodworking? This is a completely hands-on introduction to the woodshop where you will build a classic pine toolbox while learning the basics of drafting, design, safe tool operation and wood finishing.
What is this class about: This class serves as safety training and orientation to the workshop for beginners and hobbyists wanting to work on their own projects as a member of the Curious Goose Guild. This intro class consists of four 2-hour workshops, occurring at the same time each week over four weeks.
When is it: Monday nights from 6-8pm over 4 weeks (beginning to end of each month)
Where is it held: Curious Goose Community Workshop, 85B Portland St. Dartmouth, NS
Requirements: No experience is required to start, just a desire to learn something new and willingness to stay present. While we encourage everyone to have some basic equipment and space at home to continue working on projects, we will supply all the tools, wood, and gear you’ll need to finish this project at the shop. For those needing more time to finish, there will be opportunities to join regular Guild Times until it’s done.
Price: $200 + HST includes all sessions and class materials
Space is limited to 10 participants per class. Completing this class will not only provide you with a timeless toolbox to store your growing collection of tools, but have you ready to start using the workshop on your own projects as a member of the Guild!
Course Overview
Session 1: Milling & Dimensioning — We start with a raw 8-foot pine board and learn the core concepts of making lumber flat, smooth, and square. You’ll get hands-on experience safely operating the thickness planer and miter saw to break down your material into workable, uniform planks.
Session 2: Layout & Shaping — With our materials prepped, we move into the finer details of measuring and design. We’ll cover safe table saw operation to cut your pieces to their final dimensions, then get creative tracing, drilling, and cutting out your custom handle using the drill press and jigsaw.
Session 3: Joinery & Assembly — It’s time to see the toolbox actually take shape. We’ll focus on the fundamentals of accurate assembly—using clamps, squares, and the drill press to properly pre-drill and align your components. After driving the screws, we’ll plug the holes with wooden dowels and wood glue for a seamless, classic look.
Session 4: Hand-Tooling & Finishing — The magic is in the final details. We’ll flush-cut the dowels and soften the hard edges using traditional hand tools like rasps and chisels. After working through the hand-sanding process for a buttery-smooth surface, we’ll apply a durable finish to protect your work.
Once complete, graduates are fully certified to join the Curious Goose Guild via monthly membership or punch pass, unlocking access to the shop and resources to start building your own projects.
Want to learn more about woodworking? This is a completely hands-on introduction to the woodshop where you will build a classic pine toolbox while learning the basics of drafting, design, safe tool operation and wood finishing.
What is this class about: This class serves as safety training and orientation to the workshop for beginners and hobbyists wanting to work on their own projects as a member of the Curious Goose Guild. This intro class consists of four 2-hour workshops, occurring at the same time each week over four weeks.
When is it: Monday nights from 6-8pm over 4 weeks (beginning to end of each month)
Where is it held: Curious Goose Community Workshop, 85B Portland St. Dartmouth, NS
Requirements: No experience is required to start, just a desire to learn something new and willingness to stay present. While we encourage everyone to have some basic equipment and space at home to continue working on projects, we will supply all the tools, wood, and gear you’ll need to finish this project at the shop. For those needing more time to finish, there will be opportunities to join regular Guild Times until it’s done.
Price: $200 + HST includes all sessions and class materials
Space is limited to 10 participants per class. Completing this class will not only provide you with a timeless toolbox to store your growing collection of tools, but have you ready to start using the workshop on your own projects as a member of the Guild!
Course Overview
Session 1: Milling & Dimensioning — We start with a raw 8-foot pine board and learn the core concepts of making lumber flat, smooth, and square. You’ll get hands-on experience safely operating the thickness planer and miter saw to break down your material into workable, uniform planks.
Session 2: Layout & Shaping — With our materials prepped, we move into the finer details of measuring and design. We’ll cover safe table saw operation to cut your pieces to their final dimensions, then get creative tracing, drilling, and cutting out your custom handle using the drill press and jigsaw.
Session 3: Joinery & Assembly — It’s time to see the toolbox actually take shape. We’ll focus on the fundamentals of accurate assembly—using clamps, squares, and the drill press to properly pre-drill and align your components. After driving the screws, we’ll plug the holes with wooden dowels and wood glue for a seamless, classic look.
Session 4: Hand-Tooling & Finishing — The magic is in the final details. We’ll flush-cut the dowels and soften the hard edges using traditional hand tools like rasps and chisels. After working through the hand-sanding process for a buttery-smooth surface, we’ll apply a durable finish to protect your work.
Once complete, graduates are fully certified to join the Curious Goose Guild via monthly membership or punch pass, unlocking access to the shop and resources to start building your own projects.
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