Description
On this 5 day course, you will learn to make a traditional tool chest, you will get the main carcass and lid completed and this will set you on your way to completing the project at home. This project is a 'rites of passage' type for most woodworkers. The schedule is intense, fun and hugely rewarding. Forget the lovely tool chest you will eventually end up with as that is the bonus. The real win is that this process will push your woodworking, hand tool skills, accuracy, dexterity and in particular your dovetailing to another level. The ethos is the joy of hand tool woodworking and the enjoyment gained from developing those skills. Your materials and tools at the bench, an idea in your head and then follow good process to make it happen. Hand tool woodworking offers enjoyment and a great form of relaxation, in addition to the more obvious practical benefits. The maximum number of students on this course is 3 as we design the course to ensure you get a good level of tuition and advice. Bill is fully qualified from City & Guilds through to Masters Degree. This is an intermediate course but I often consider relative beginners who wish to attend. I also do an Introduction to Woodwork course, which prepares beginners for this course and ensures you get the most from it. Please contact Bill of you have any questions at all.
What's included in the price?
All tools are provided and materials are included. Tea and Coffee is provided. Please bring a packed lunch. There is a fridge and microwave available for use.
Duration
5 days
Cancellation policy
Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts
Maker
I am an experienced cabinet maker and furniture restorer and I am qualified from City & Guilds through to a Masters Degree in the conservation of historic Objects . I have a passion for traditional crafts and teach various aspects of making & restoring. I have also written for a number of woodwork magazines, for example, 'Quercus', 'Woodland Heritage Journal' and 'Furniture & Cabinetmaking'. You will also find my regular workshop posts on Instagram. I am a Brand Ambassador for a few woodwork related companies and this provides great opportunities for course attendees to try new tools and materials. I teach from my workshops near Ely, Cambridgeshire and will also be opening a new site in North Wales in late 2025. I believe strongly that our health & quality of life is enhanced by working practically, making and learning new skills. We are highly creative and practical when we get the opportunity. At a time in society, when consumerism has taken hold, we throw too many things away and do not always appreciate materials or nature. Both my workshops are chosen for their location, surrounded by nature and inspiration. We must make better and restore more. We need more relaxing workbench time and less screen time.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Intermediate level
- Parking provided
