Skill Level: Some woodturning experience is recommended but not mandatory.Spindle turning is more than making rolling pins or table legs! This class will introduce students to the endless creative possibilities of turned-lidded boxes. We’ll start with non-continuous grain boxes before introducing the extra steps needed to create a continuous-grained box. More experienced turners can also branch off into more decorative designs, like a mushroom or an acorn box.Learn. We’ll review the gouges used for spindle turning and what to look for when sharpening them. Once our tools are sharp and our turning blanks are safely mounted, we’ll discuss the different types of boxes that we can make and the order of operations needed to turn and finish them successfully. End-grain hollowing can be difficult, so we’ll discuss a few techniques and spend some time getting a feel for them before attempting a final project.Make. You’ll leave with at least one box to hold your tiny treasures or to use as a salt or spice container.2 SESSIONS: Saturday & Sunday, September 7 & 8 | 9am - 5pm | Class will break for a 1/2 hour lunch.Cost: $425 non-members: $361.25 members (plus a $20 materials fee)What to Bring: Bring a bag lunch, or you may visit nearby downtown Brattleboro to purchase lunch.Partial and full scholarships may be available. Contact education@hatchspace.org for details.Instructor: Hel HamiltonHel was introduced to turning in 2016, and refused to touch a lathe again for the next five years. Luckily, they gave turning a second chance and discovered a love for the craft that has yet to run dry. They use memories of that initial frustration to help other students, and their shop dog, Orca, assists by turning failed projects into chew toys.When they aren’t turning, Hel works at the Vermont Woodworking School in Cambridge, VT. They’re usually in the office talking with future woodworkers, but they can also be found in the shop or photo studio.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: Some woodturning experience is recommended but not mandatory.
Spindle turning is more than making rolling pins or table legs! This class will introduce students to the endless creative possibilities of turned-lidded boxes. We’ll start with non-continuous grain boxes before introducing the extra steps needed to create a continuous-grained box. More experienced turners can also branch off into more decorative designs, like a mushroom or an acorn box.
Learn. We’ll review the gouges used for spindle turning and what to look for when sharpening them. Once our tools are sharp and our turning blanks are safely mounted, we’ll discuss the different types of boxes that we can make and the order of operations needed to turn and finish them successfully. End-grain hollowing can be difficult, so we’ll discuss a few techniques and spend some time getting a feel for them before attempting a final project.
Make. You’ll leave with at least one box to hold your tiny treasures or to use as a salt or spice container.
2 SESSIONS: Saturday & Sunday, September 7 & 8 | 9am - 5pm | Class will break for a 1/2 hour lunch.
Cost: $425 non-members: $361.25 members (plus a $20 materials fee)
What to Bring: Bring a bag lunch, or you may visit nearby downtown Brattleboro to purchase lunch.
Partial and full scholarships may be available. Contact education@hatchspace.org for details.
 | Instructor: Hel Hamilton Hel was introduced to turning in 2016, and refused to touch a lathe again for the next five years. Luckily, they gave turning a second chance and discovered a love for the craft that has yet to run dry. They use memories of that initial frustration to help other students, and their shop dog, Orca, assists by turning failed projects into chew toys. When they aren’t turning, Hel works at the Vermont Woodworking School in Cambridge, VT. They’re usually in the office talking with future woodworkers, but they can also be found in the shop or photo studio. |
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