Skill Level: Prior experience working with the bandsaw is required.Make a unique curve-shaped box using one of the most versatile tools in the woodshop: the bandsaw.Learn. We'll start by reviewing bandsaw basics: machine safety, operation, and hands-on practice cutting wide and tight curves. Next you'll cut out your own bandsaw box, following a template applied to a block of wood. Subsequent steps include cutting out the drawer, smoothing the various parts, glueing up the pieces in proper order, sanding and smoothing, and finally choosing a finish to apply. This class consists of two sessions a week apart. Some self-managed effort related to glue-up and sanding between sessions will be encouraged in order to complete the project.Make. Students will make one hardwood bandsaw box of their choice. 2 SESSIONS: Saturdays, September 7 & 14 | 11am - 2 pmCost: $175 non-members; $148.75 members (includes materials)What to Bring: All items will be provided.Partial and full scholarships may be available. Contact education@hatchspace.org for details.Instructor: Duane KarlenDuane enjoys making sawdust, from fine powder to curly shavings to chunky wood chips. In doing so, creative and interesting wood objects often materialize! Growing up on a dairy farm, he learned to bang nails and cut wood at an early age. Ten years ago, with time on his hands after retiring from a career in adult education, and inspired by a curved-frame mirror he purchased in Costa Rica, he began a more serious wood-working practice. He has made dozens of bandsaw boxes and is looking forward to conducting this class. Duane lives in Greenfield, MA.Class PoliciesWe're excited to have you join us for a class or workshop at HatchSpace! To ensure a smooth registration process, we kindly ask that you review our Class Policies regarding payment, financial assistance, cancellations and refunds. Questions? We're here to help: education@hatchspace.org.WaitlistOur classes are popular and fill up fast! If the class you're interested in is marked SOLD OUT, you can be added to our waitlist by clicking the Register Now button, and the Join Waiting List link at the bottom of the screen.
Skill Level: Prior experience working with the bandsaw is required.
Make a unique curve-shaped box using one of the most versatile tools in the woodshop: the bandsaw.
Learn. We'll start by reviewing bandsaw basics: mac
hine safety, operation, and hands-on practice cutting wide and tight curves. Next you'll cut out your own bandsaw box, following a template applied to a block of wood. Subsequent steps include cutting out the drawer, smoothing the various parts, glueing up the pieces in proper order, sanding and smoothing, and finally choosing a finish to apply. This class consists of two sessions a week apart. Some self-managed effort related to glue-up and sanding between sessions will be encouraged in order to complete the project.
Make. Students will make one hardwood bandsaw box of their choice.
2 SESSIONS: Saturdays, September 7 & 14 | 11am - 2 pm
Cost: $175 non-members; $148.75 members (includes materials)
What to Bring: All items will be provided.
Partial and full scholarships may be available. Contact education@hatchspace.org for details.
 | Instructor: Duane Karlen Duane enjoys making sawdust, from fine powder to curly shavings to chunky wood chips. In doing so, creative and interesting wood objects often materialize! Growing up on a dairy farm, he learned to bang nails and cut wood at an early age. Ten years ago, with time on his hands after retiring from a career in adult education, and inspired by a curved-frame mirror he purchased in Costa Rica, he began a more serious wood-working practice. He has made dozens of bandsaw boxes and is looking forward to conducting this class. Duane lives in Greenfield, MA. |
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