Make a Side Table & Shaper Origin Project: Furniture Making Essentials

Description

The Round Table Project Level: Beginner to Intermediate Description: Join us for a full-day workshop where you'll craft a beautiful round side table using a combination of traditional hand tools and modern power tools. Designed for beginners and intermediate makers, this class is a perfect introduction to furniture building with a focus on shaping, joinery, and finishing. During the day you will learn and experience all of the following: During the day, you’ll develop essential woodworking skills while crafting a beautiful, functional piece of furniture. Here’s what you’ll gain: - Preparing and Working with Pine Timber – Learn how to select, prepare, and work with pine, understanding its characteristics and how to achieve the best results. - Designing and Producing the Tabletop and Legs – Use traditional joinery techniques to create strong and elegant joints. - Tool Confidence – Gain hands on experience with a wide range of carpentry and joinery hand tools to develop skill and precision. - Router Skills – Safely set up and operate small handheld routers to shape and detail your work. - Jigs and Cutters – Use jigs and various router cutters to create edge detailing and form accurate joints. - Assembly – Learn how to assemble a robust and well balanced piece” . - Finishing Techniques – Sand your table to a smooth finish and apply wax polish for a professional appearance and lasting protection. - Creative Fulfilment – Leave with a completed round side table and the confidence to take on future furniture projects. Bonus Feature!!!! Add a personal touch to your project by engraving your own design into the tabletop using the Shaper Origin – a state-of-the-art handheld CNC router that allows for accurate, artistic detailing with ease.

What's included in the price?

What’s included: All materials required for each project. Appropriate PPE i.e. masks, safety glasses, ear defenders and the knowledge and reassurance that our classes are fully insured. Ample free parking Complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits What you need to bring: Please wear sensible (sturdy) shoes and comfortable workshop clothing, that you don’t mind getting dusty Feel free to bring a Packed lunch, but there are also shops nearby

Cancellation policy

Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts

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Sawco Studio

with Craft Courses since 2025

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