Build a Dressing Table – Choose from two different styles

 

Instructor:	Lonnie Bird
Dates:	May 28 - June 2, 2012 6 full days of hands-on instruction
Size:	Limited to eight students   SOLD OUT This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Tuition:	$1085

The Pennsylvania table has carved feet; the Massachusetts table has a carved fan on the apron. Both tables share beautiful features such as carved cabriole legs, a finely molded top, and lipped dovetailed drawers. In this six-day class, you'll learn post-and-rail construction, bandsawing and shaping compound curves, and drawer construction. The sturdy drawers are constructed with handcut dovetails and the legs feature finely-carved feet.

 Topics Include:

• Sculpting cabriole legs
• Fundamentals of Carving
• Post-and-rail construction
• Fitting drawer runners and kickers
• Fitting lipped drawers
• Expansion and contraction in a wide top

 

Prerequisite: Woodworking Essentials. The Dressing Table is a very challenging project that requires considerable handtool skills. We want you to be prepared for this advanced course so that you will gain the most from your experience. Students with previous woodworking experience may be able to opt out of Woodworking Essentials. Please read the Prerequisite page for details on our policy.

Class size is limited to eight students so that you'll receive personal attention and instruction.

"I loved this class! Lonnie's patience is excelled only by his skill as a craftsman and teacher."--Stan E., TN

"I loved every bit of this class. There is always something new to learn and improve my techniques."--Zeeshan R., VA

"This unique class incorporates technical skills, helpful hints, and furniture history into a very well-rounded educational experience."--Skip F., MD