Woodworking Classes
Learn Woodworking
If you’re interested in learning woodworking techniques to begin building your own projects, consider taking classes at Klingspor's Woodworking Shop. Led by our friendly and knowledgeable staff, as well as special guests, these in-store woodworking classes cater to makers of all skill and experience levels. There’s something for everyone!
Hickory Classes
Southeastern Pyrography Association (SEPA)
Southeastern Pyrography Association Monthly Club Meeting
The club meets the first Saturday of the Month and currently consists of 27 active members interested in the art of pyrography. Please bring any projects you would like to share with the group at the “show and tell” segment and any tips or tricks you might have to share. Everyone will be allowed an opportunity to work on a pyrography project of their choice at the meeting (time permitting). Guests are always welcome.
First Saturday of the Month
2:00pm - 4:00pm
NC Woodturners
North Carolina Woodturners Association
sponsoring great "live woodturning events"
Admission is free and open to visitors
The North Carolina Woodturners Association is a chapter of the American Association of Woodturners with members from North Carolina and several neighboring states, organized in 1990 to promote and interest in woodturning for persons of all levels of ability, whether beginners or full-time professionals; to provide information, education, instruction, and opportunities for hands-on experience; to encourage creativity and to explore new methods and techniques for advancing woodturning as a creative art form.
Monthly Club Meeting
2nd Saturday of each month
10am - Noon
This Meeting is Free and Open to Vistors
for more information visit their website
Catawba Valley Woodcarvers
Catawba Valley Woodcarvers Monthly Club Meeting
Meetings are the 3rd Saturday of each month and start at 1 pm and usually last until 3 pm. After a short business session there is usually a program given by a member or a invited guest presenter. Members have the opportunity to bring projects they are working on or work on the "club project". Members are encouraged to bring finished items for "show and tell". Refreshments are brought by club members who volunteer each month.
Monthly Club Meeting
3rd Saturday of each month
1:00pm - 3:00pm
for more information visit their website
Western Piedmont Woodcrafters
Western Piedmont Woodcrafters Monthly Club Meeting
Western Piedmont Woodcrafters is an informal group of men and women dedicated to ALL kinds of woodworking. We meet once a month for a couple of hours to hear guest speakers talk about a woodworking project, demonstrate a hand or power tool, or new woodworking techniques.
Fourth Saturday of the Month
9:30am - 12:00pm
for more information visit their website
May 10th: Eccentric Turning
Eccentric Turning
Saturday, May 10th: 1:30pm - 5:00pm
Instructor:Jim Duxbury
Dux Chuck: Many versions of eccentric chicks are available for a wood lathe. Usually, they are made of steel or aluminum and range in cost from under 100 dollars to many hundred dollars. Each one has its advantages, and the complex ones are almost a science in themselves. Generally, they are not intuitive for most woodturners. So I created the Duxbury Wooden Chuck - Now nicknamed the Dux Chuck
No tool or materials are needed for this class
For more information call (828) 326-9663
$75 for class
Class Size:12
July 9th: Mohawk Wood Touch-Up & Repair Workshop
Mohawk Wood Touchup and Repair Workshop
Wednesday, July 9th : 8:00am - 5:00pm
Classes begin promptly at 8:00am and end at 5:00pm.
Be sure to arrive 15 minutes early.
Students are allowed one hour for lunch.
Receive professional training for you and your personnel using the most up-to-date wood touch-up and repair techniques in the industry! Experienced Mohawk instructors will work with each student to ensure that upon completion of the workshop, each student has achieved the repair techniques needed to enhance their business.
Upon completion of the program, each student will receive:
• A take-home Wood Touch-Up & Repair Kit in a professional carry case worth $800+
• A certificate of course completion signed by our experienced Mohawk instructors
Learn Wood Touch-Up & Repair Skills
- Damage Analysis
- Replacing Color
- Filling of Damages
- Grain Replacement
- Spot Finish Application
- Sheen Adjustment
- Scratch Removal
- Finish Care
Through the curriculum you will learn:
- Repair of gouges, deep scratches, burn marks, broken corners and edges
- Proper use of wax filler sticks, epoxy fillers and adhesives
- Color matching principles - Primary and secondary colors, effects of white and black colors and color intensity levels
- Valuable repair application techniques: touch-up using aerosols, using markers and other proven methods
Cost $900 Per Person
$20 Discount each for 2 or more persons!
$25 Discount for Registering 30 Days in advance!
Students will take home a Wood Student Kit* with a professional carrying case worth approximately $800!
*Kits cannot be taken on planes. Kit and case including shipping box - weight: 64 lb. (24”W X 19 1/2" L x 29 1⁄2"H)
Student Wood Touch-Up Kit Includes:
- Blendal Stick Assortment
- Assorted Aerosols
- Hard Fill Burn In Kit
- Markers
- Brush Tip Marker Assortment
- CA Glues
- Fil-Stiks®
- Epoxy Stick
- Sandpaper Assortment
- 2 Part Roller Case
For more information call (800) 545-0047
$900.00 for class price Class fee includes instruction and supplies.
Dates and locations are subject to change without notice. Please confirm that the class is being held before booking airline reservations. Mohawk is not responsible for non-refundable tickets or change fees. Kits cannot be taken on planes. Lunch is not included and is on your own. Hotel accommodations are not included with tuition. Students are responsible for their own hotel reservations and charges.
July 12th: Collars and Finials
Collars and Finials
Saturday, July 12th: 1:30pm - 5:00pm
Instructor:Ric Erkes
Ric joined the North Carolina Woodturners in 1998 and has been turning for fun ever since. His demonstrations are known for their simple jigs and techniques and easy-to-follow instruction. He has taught at the John C. Campbell Folk Art School and done numerous demos for clubs in the area. His woodturning career has been a continuing evolution of exploring the creative possibilities that the lathe can provide.
You can check out his work on Instagram, @its_rics_turn.
No tool or materials are needed for this class
For more information call (828) 326-9663
$75 for class
Class Size:12
August 9th: Chinese Hat Box Class
Chinese Hat Box Class
Saturday, August 9th from 1:30pm - 5:00pm
Instructor: Scarlette Rouse
Scarlette Rouse is an experienced woodworker and woodturning instructor who creates beautiful and functional pieces from wood. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge and skills with others. Whether a beginner or an experienced woodworker, you can learn new techniques and create stunning works of art under her guidance.
For more information call 828-326-9663
$75 for class.
Class Size: 12, Minimum Age 12
Experience Level: Beginner
Cary Classes
First Sunday of The Month: Sunny Scrollers Meeting
Sunny Scrollers Meeting
First Sunday of the Month, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us to talk scroll saw. We bring what we have been working on. Mostly we have fun! Everyone is welcome!
Event is Free
For more information call (919) 876-0707
Second Sunday Of The Month: Woodcarving Association Meeting
North Carolina Woodcarvers Association Meeting
Second Sunday of the Month, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Providing educational programs. Promoting events of interest to woodcarvers. Provide the network to bring NC woodcarving clubs and carvers together. Provide excellent programs on woodcarving topics. Provide information on woodcarving and events of interest
Event is Free
For more information call (919) 876-0707
Third Tuesday Of The Month: Triangle Woodworkers Association Meeting
Triangle Woodworkers Meeting
Third Tuesday of the Month, 7:00pm
The TWA is dedicated to teaching woodworking techniques through seminars, classes, and workshops.
Event is Free
For more information call (919) 876-0707
May 3rd: Into To Woodturning
Into To Woodturning
Saturday, May 3rd: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Instructor: Meryl Valnes
This class offers a thorough introduction to the fundamentals of woodturning and is recommended as a prerequisite for any advanced turning courses. You will learn about the machines, tools, and techniques involved in woodturning, enabling you to fully enjoy the creative process while avoiding the common frustrations that many beginners encounter. For comfort, we suggest wearing jeans and T-shirts. During this class, you will complete projects such as making a mallet and a pen. Please note that the class size is limited to 6 participants.
For more information call (919) 876-0707
$150.00 for class price Class fee includes instruction and supplies.
Class size: 6
May 10th: Intro to Burning - Learn The Basics of Woodburning
Intro to Burning - Learn The Basics of Woodburning
Saturday, May 10th from 9:30am - 4:30pm
Instructor: Michele Parsons
This class is designed for students that have never touched a woodburner, as well as students that have experience and wish to improve their skills. Do not worry if you are not an artist! Michele will teach you how to transfer a pattern and burn it.
Basic information about woodburning is covered, including: safety, wood selection and preparation, equipment selection and care, burning techniques with different types of pens, transferring patterns, correcting mistakes, adding color and finishes, and you’ll use the basic pens to practice woodburning techniques. Then you will burn your first pyrography project.
Note to interested woodcarvers/woodworkers: This class will teach you woodburning skills that are best to master on a flat surface before you start woodburning round/carved pieces.
To register for class call Klingspor’s Woodworking Shop (Cary) (919) 876-0707
For questions about the class contact Michele at: ParsonsWoodArtistry@gmail.com
Class Cost: $130 paid to Klingspor’s Woodworking Shop
(includes materials, handouts, and pattern) 10% Discount to Southeastern Pyrography Assoc (SEPA) members (current or enrolled by class)
Class Size:12
Equipment: Wire-Tip Woodburner and Tips
*( For class supplies list, visit Klingspor’s website at: www.woodworkingshop.com/pyrography/classes)
Can reserve loaner equipment (no charge)
Instructor: Michele Parsons is a professional pyrography artist and author for Fox Chapel Publishing's Pyrography magazine, Leather Pyrography book, Quick-Start Woodburning Guide, and a contributor to the Big Book of Pyrography Projects. She has been teaching pyrography for over 19 years, including venues such as the International Woodcarving Congress, John C. Campbell Folk School, Southeastern Woodcarving School, American Woodcarving School, and various regional clubs.
Intro to Burning - Learn The Basics of Woodburning
Saturday, May 10th from 9:30am - 4:30pm
Instructor: Michele Parsons
This class is designed for students that have never touched a woodburner, as well as students that have experience and wish to improve their skills. Do not worry if you are not an artist! Michele will teach you how to transfer a pattern and burn it.
Basic information about woodburning is covered, including: safety, wood selection and preparation, equipment selection and care, burning techniques with different types of pens, transferring patterns, correcting mistakes, adding color and finishes, and you’ll use the basic pens to practice woodburning techniques. Then you will burn your first pyrography project.
Note to interested woodcarvers/woodworkers: This class will teach you woodburning skills that are best to master on a flat surface before you start woodburning round/carved pieces.
To register for class call Klingspor’s Woodworking Shop (Cary) (919) 876-0707
For questions about the class contact Michele at: ParsonsWoodArtistry@gmail.com
Class Cost: $130 paid to Klingspor’s Woodworking Shop
(includes materials, handouts, and pattern) 10% Discount to Southeastern Pyrography Assoc (SEPA) members (current or enrolled by class)
Class Size:12
Equipment: Wire-Tip Woodburner and Tips
*( For class supplies list, visit Klingspor’s website at: www.woodworkingshop.com/pyrography/classes)
Can reserve loaner equipment (no charge)
Instructor: Michele Parsons is a professional pyrography artist and author for Fox Chapel Publishing's Pyrography magazine, Leather Pyrography book, Quick-Start Woodburning Guide, and a contributor to the Big Book of Pyrography Projects. She has been teaching pyrography for over 19 years, including venues such as the International Woodcarving Congress, John C. Campbell Folk School, Southeastern Woodcarving School, American Woodcarving School, and various regional clubs.
May 17th & 18th: Intro to WoodWorking
Intro to WoodWorking
Saturday, May 17th: 9:00am - 4:00pm & Sunday, May 18th: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Instructor:Doug Eisenhauer
If you're interested in woodworking but unsure where to start, this class is perfect for you. This hands-on workshop is designed for adult beginners. In the class, you will learn about shop safety, wood selection, joinery techniques, how to square a board, and how to build a small project. You'll get hands-on experience using a table saw, jointer, planer, band saw, and various hand tools.
Please note that students are required to wear eye and hearing protection during all machinery exercises, and you must provide your own safety equipment. The class fee covers instruction and supplies. Class size is limited to 8 participants.
For more information call (919) 876-0707
$175.00 for class price Class fee includes instruction and supplies.
Class size: 6
June 7th: Intro to Marquetry
Intro to Marquetry
Saturday, June 7th from 9:00am - 4:00pm
Instructor: Charlie Brown
Students will receive instruction and all materials, necessary to complete one 5"x 7" mounted marquetry picture to take home. Hand-operated fret saws will also be furnished for use during the class and will be available for purchase at the end of the class. Saws are sold by the instructor and cash or check is accepted. Students are requested to pack a lunch if desired since only a short lunch break is planned due to the time necessary to complete the picture.
For more information call (919) 876-0707
$130 for class.
Class Size:6
June 14th: Intro To Bowl Turning
Intro to Bowl Turning Class
Saturday, June 14th from 9:00am - 4:00pm
Instructor: Meryl Valnew
In this hands-on class, you will learn how to turn a wooden bowl on a lathe. The focus will be on developing the skills necessary to achieve excellent results every time.
We will create a small, traditional bowl while discussing tool selection and usage. Additionally, we will cover the proper sharpening techniques for the tools used in bowl turning.
Please wear jeans and a T-shirt. Class size is limited to 6 participants.
For more information call (919) 876-0707
$150 for class.This price includes blanks
Class Size:6
June 21st & 22nd: Intro to Woodworking
Intro to WoodWorking
Saturday, June 21st: 9:00am - 4:00pm & Sunday, June 22nd: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Instructor:Doug Eisenhauer
If you're interested in woodworking but unsure where to start, this class is perfect for you. This hands-on workshop is designed for adult beginners. In the class, you will learn about shop safety, wood selection, joinery techniques, how to square a board, and how to build a small project. You'll get hands-on experience using a table saw, jointer, planer, band saw, and various hand tools.
Please note that students are required to wear eye and hearing protection during all machinery exercises, and you must provide your own safety equipment. The class fee covers instruction and supplies. Class size is limited to 8 participants.
For more information call (919) 876-0707
$175.00 for class price Class fee includes instruction and supplies.
Class size: 6
June 28th: Intro to Chip Carving Class
Intro to Chip Carving Class
Saturday, June 28th from 9:00am - 4:00pm
Instructor: Billy Jenkins
This hands-on class is designed for beginners interested in the art of chip carving. The course will start with a discussion on safety protocols, knife fundamentals, and sharpening techniques. Practice boards will be provided to help students become comfortable with knife handling, body positioning, and carving various basic chip designs.
Students will then learn design fundamentals and transfer techniques to carve an actual project. The session will conclude with a discussion on finishing techniques.
Students are required to bring a chip carving knife and Kevlar anti-cut gloves; all other materials will be provided. Class size is limited to 6 participants.
For more information call (919) 876-0707
$130 for class. The price includes blanks
Class Size:6
July 12th: Intro to Woodturning
Into To Woodturning
Saturday, July 12th: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Instructor: Meryl Valnes
This class offers a thorough introduction to the fundamentals of woodturning and is recommended as a prerequisite for any advanced turning courses.
You will learn about the machines, tools, and techniques involved in woodturning, enabling you to fully enjoy the creative process while avoiding the common frustrations that many beginners encounter. For comfort, we suggest wearing jeans and T-shirts.
During this class, you will complete projects such as making a mallet and a pen. Please note that the class size is limited to 6 participants.
For more information call (919) 876-0707
$150.00 for class price Class fee includes instruction and supplies.
Class size: 6
July 26th: Intro to Lidded Box Turning
Intro to Lidded Box Turning
Saturday, July 26th from 9:00am - 4:00pm
Instructor: Meryl Valnes
Join us for a hands-on class where you will learn how to turn an end-grain lidded box with a finial.
The focus will be on developing the skills needed to achieve excellent results every time. If time allows, we will create a second box. Some prior turning experience is beneficial. We will cover tool selection, usage, and sharpening techniques.
Please wear jeans and a T-shirt. Class size is limited to 4 participants.
For more information call (919) 876-0707
$150 for class.This price includes blanks
Class Size:4
August 2nd: Into To Turning a Natural Edge Bowl
Turning a Natural Edge Bowl
Saturday, August 2nd: 9:00am - 4:00pm
This unique class will teach us how to turn a balanced natural Edge Bowl. Unlike a traditional bowl, where the top is flat, the natural edge bowl will have the bark from the outside of the tree left on. The top will not be flat. Balancing the bowl so that the highest part of the rim and the lowest part of the rim line up properly.
This class requires that you have some experience with turning a bowl and the proper tool handling. These topics will be part of the class, and you will better understand the technique of turning a natural edge bow.
Jeans and a T-shirt are recommended. The class size is 6. The cost is $150.00 per person attending.
For more information call (919) 876-0707
$150.00 for class price Class fee includes instruction and supplies.
Class size: 6
August 9th: Turning a “Lover’s Tree” (Captive ring Christmas tree)
Turning a “Lover’s Tree” (Captive ring Christmas tree)
Saturday, August 9th from 9:00am - 4:00pm
Instructor: Meryl Valnes
This class will teach you how to make a Lover's Tree (a captive ring Christmas tree). A basic understanding of spindle turning is required. All tools will be provided, along with instructions on how to use them. Safety equipment and materials will also be supplied. Jeans and T-shirts are recommended. The class size is limited to 4 participants.
For more information call (919) 876-0707
$150 for class.This price includes blanks
Class Size:4
Winston Salem Classes
Wednesdays: Free Scroll Saw Demo
Every Wednesday from 10:00am - 12:00pm
Carolina Scrollers Free Scroll Saw Demo
The Carolina Scrollers demonstrate scroll saw tips and techniques and answer questions.
Demo is Free.
For more information about the Carolina Scrollers visit their website
2nd & 4th Saturdays: Free Wood Carving Demo
Every 2nd and 4th Saturday from 10:00am - 2:00pm
Triad Woodcarvers Free Carving Demo
The Triad Wood Carvers hold free wood carving demonstrations
Demo is Free.
For more information about the Triad Wood Carvers visit their website
2nd Mondays: Carolina Scrollers Monthly Club Meeting
2nd Mondays from 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Monthly Meeting of The Carolina Scrollers
The meeting format is an open discussion by all members. The experience, interests, and areas of expertise of each member vary from novice or beginner to very experienced. As such, the exchange of experience is invaluable to all.
Meeting is Free and open to visitors.
For more information visit their website
May 10th - Planer/Jointer Combo Machine Demo
Saturday May 10th from 10:00am - 12:00pm
Planer/Jointer Demo
Bow, Check. Cup, Check. Is the Glue Joint going to fail? Check. Find out why it's important to have clean square edges on your workpiece next time you glue up with our Planer/Jointer Demo.
Demo is Free.
For more information call 336-768-9663
May 24th - Festool Track Saw Demo
Saturday May 24th from 10:00am - 12:00pm
Festool Track Saw Demo
Discover the difference of the tracksaw that started it all. Festool Track Saws have been the star of many home renovation shows from This Old House to popular YouTube Videos. Find out easy ways to cut plywood and many large sheet goods without needing a big expensive tablesaw.
Demo is Free.
For more information call 336-768-9663
Asheville Classes
Tuesday Turning Demos
Tuesday Turning Demos
Tuesdays, 9:30am -11:30pm
Every Tuesday from 9:30am to 11:30am, join us for an informal Woodturning demo in-store. Using a wide range of woodturning tools to create small projects, demonstrating different tools and techniques.