Essential Furniture Joinery @ Philadelphia Woodworks

Essential Furniture Joinery!

Upcoming Classes: (Please Click Date to Enroll)

Sun Jun 5, 1030a-6p SOLD OUT!
Tue+Wed Jun 7+8, 630p-10p ONLY 2 SPOTS LEFT!

Call us (267-331-5880) or email us to be notified first once the next offering is scheduled!

Class Description: This course provides students with the understanding and practice of creating some of the most fundamental furniture making joints! In just one day students will create hands-on:

Mortise and Tenon Joints
Finger and Box Joints
Bridle Joints
Half Lap Joints
Floating Tenon Joints

The joints covered in this course have a wide variety of applications in woodworking and basic furniture construction. Students will learn these joinery techniques through class discussion, observation, and hands-on execution and have hand-made samples of each joint to take home!

Skill Level: Beginner

Tuition: $199 + materials ($39 + tax)

Rescheduling: Allowable only 14 or more days before start of class. See our full Reservation and Rescheduling Policy here.

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Conquering the Hand Router (Fixed Base)!

Intermediate Table Saw Techniques!

Tablesaw I – Learning the Basics!

Upcoming and Pending Classes!

	May 2022
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1 Adirondack Chair (A) Adirondack Chair (A) Starts: 10:30 am Ends: May 1, 2022 - 5:30 pm Description: The Adirondack chair is virtually synonymous with rest and relaxation! Make your very own to enjoy in or out of doors in just a few quick sessions. Made from premium cedar, these Adirondack chairs are built to look beautiful and to last for decades! Neither experience nor any prerequisites are required. In this class, you’ll use industrial grade tools including mitersaws, bandsaws, router tables and spindle sanders. This class is 100% for beginners and we know you’ll love both the experience and the finished project. We will happily share our plans for this great project with you so that you can build as many more as you like – perfect for gifts or relaxing on your patio with a special someone. Register today! More details... Intro to Turning (A) Intro to Turning (A) Starts: 10:30 am Ends: May 1, 2022 - 6:00 pm Description: http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/turning_series/introduction_to_turning More details... • •	2 CLOSED CLOSED Starts: 12:00 am Ends: May 2, 2022 - 11:59 pm More details... •	3 Kids (9-11) Spring 3A Kids (9-11) Spring 3A Starts: 4:00 pm Ends: May 3, 2022 - 6:00 pm Description: http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/kids_workshops/ More details... •	4 Kids (9-11) Spring 3B Kids (9-11) Spring 3B Starts: 4:00 pm Ends: May 4, 2022 - 6:00 pm Description: http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/kids_workshops/ More details... •	5 Kids (12-14) Spring 3 Kids (12-14) Spring 3 Starts: 4:00 pm Ends: May 5, 2022 - 6:00 pm Description: http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/kids_workshops/ More details... Handcut Dovetails (A) Handcut Dovetails (A) Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: May 5, 2022 - 9:30 pm Description: Few joints in woodworking offer the strength and beauty of a hand-cut dovetails. Learn how to lay out, cut and fit this time honored joint -- the hallmark of true craftsmanship -- with confidence and ease. In this 6 hour class, under our guidance and using high end hand tools, you will de-mystify this intimidating joint and learn how to harness its strength and beauty for your future projects! We will also teach you some power tool techniques to utilize to speed up the process without compromising your results. http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/tools_and_techniques_series/learning_dovetails/ More details... • •	6	7 Peppermill Turning Peppermill Turning Starts: 10:00 am Ends: May 7, 2022 - 1:30 pm Description: Ready to be amazed how quickly you can create a gorgeous wooden pepper or salt mill on a lathe? In this fun and affordable single-session class you will learn the basics of spindle turning and how to create a stunning, one-of-a-kind 8″ tall premium hardwood mill! Throughout the class we will focus heavily on setup, safety and proper tool usage, and the best part is that you will leave with a beautiful wood mill for salt or pepper in your hands to display and use proudly! http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/turning_series/peppermill/ More details... Safety Certification Safety Certification Starts: 10:00 am Ends: May 7, 2022 - 6:00 pm Description: http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/membership/ More details... Cutting Board Cutting Board Starts: 10:30 am Ends: May 7, 2022 - 1:30 pm Description: Love gorgeous, hand-made kitchen accessories? Want to enjoy the sights, sounds, smells and feel of a pro-grade woodshop? This is the perfect class for you! In just one fun, quick session you’ll make from complete scratch your own gorgeous hardwood cutting board from premium quarter sawn mahogany! This class uses the creation of the cutting board to teach students the fundamentals of woodworking. Enjoy hands-on work with the jointer, planer, table saw, bandsaw, router table, plunge router and orbital sander! This class gives you a truly pro-grade experience AND you leave with your own hand-made cutting board! http://http//www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/custom_cutting_board/ More details... • • •
8 Cutting Board Cutting Board Starts: 10:30 am Ends: May 8, 2022 - 1:30 pm Description: Love gorgeous, hand-made kitchen accessories? Want to enjoy the sights, sounds, smells and feel of a pro-grade woodshop? This is the perfect class for you! In just one fun, quick session you’ll make from complete scratch your own gorgeous hardwood cutting board from premium quarter sawn mahogany! This class uses the creation of the cutting board to teach students the fundamentals of woodworking. Enjoy hands-on work with the jointer, planer, table saw, bandsaw, router table, plunge router and orbital sander! This class gives you a truly pro-grade experience AND you leave with your own hand-made cutting board! http://http//www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/custom_cutting_board/ More details... •	9 CLOSED CLOSED Starts: 12:00 am Ends: May 9, 2022 - 11:59 pm More details... •	10 Kids (9-11) Spring 3A Kids (9-11) Spring 3A Starts: 4:00 pm Ends: May 10, 2022 - 6:00 pm Description: http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/kids_workshops/ More details... •	11 Kids (9-11) Spring 3B Kids (9-11) Spring 3B Starts: 4:00 pm Ends: May 11, 2022 - 6:00 pm Description: http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/kids_workshops/ More details... •	12 Kids (12-14) Spring 3 Kids (12-14) Spring 3 Starts: 4:00 pm Ends: May 12, 2022 - 6:00 pm Description: http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/kids_workshops/ More details... Handcut Dovetails (B) Handcut Dovetails (B) Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: May 12, 2022 - 9:30 pm Description: Few joints in woodworking offer the strength and beauty of a hand-cut dovetails. Learn how to lay out, cut and fit this time honored joint -- the hallmark of true craftsmanship -- with confidence and ease. In this 6 hour class, under our guidance and using high end hand tools, you will de-mystify this intimidating joint and learn how to harness its strength and beauty for your future projects! We will also teach you some power tool techniques to utilize to speed up the process without compromising your results. http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/tools_and_techniques_series/learning_dovetails/ More details... • •	13	14 Exotic Wood Pen Turning Exotic Wood Pen Turning Starts: 10:30 am Ends: May 14, 2022 - 1:30 pm Description: Looking for a fun and rewarding introductory wood turning experience? Turning wooden pens is a great way to learn about the beautiful and exciting world of wood turning with no prior experience needed. You'll see your project take shape in just minutes and by the end of the class you'll have beautiful pens that are ready to use. Pens make wonderful presents and are great projects to do with friends and family if you have a lathe at home. In the intimate setting of a small class, you'll get plenty of individual attention. Your enrollment covers the first two pens you make, but while in class, you can purchase an additional materials kit and make additional pens! http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/turning_series/pen_turning/ More details... Express Woodshop Intro Express Woodshop Intro Starts: 10:30 am Ends: May 14, 2022 - 6:00 pm Description: Not sure how to begin your exploration into woodworking or how to keep your budding hobby moving forward? Look no further as the The Express Woodshop Introduction is exactly the class you need! Enjoy the thrill of starting from complete scratch and using a full array of professional grade tools like a jointer, planer, table saw, router table, band saw and more. The skills you will learn in this workshop will create an incredible foundation for your understanding of what happens in a real woodshop. And we’re not sure which you’ll love more — the gorgeous mahogany table lamp you’ll take home or the experience of making it! http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/essentials_series/express_woodshop_introduction/ More details... • •
15 Adirondack Chair (B) Adirondack Chair (B) Starts: 10:30 am Ends: May 15, 2022 - 5:30 pm Description: The Adirondack chair is virtually synonymous with rest and relaxation! Make your very own to enjoy in or out of doors in just a few quick sessions. Made from premium cedar, these Adirondack chairs are built to look beautiful and to last for decades! Neither experience nor any prerequisites are required. In this class, you’ll use industrial grade tools including mitersaws, bandsaws, router tables and spindle sanders. This class is 100% for beginners and we know you’ll love both the experience and the finished project. We will happily share our plans for this great project with you so that you can build as many more as you like – perfect for gifts or relaxing on your patio with a special someone. Register today! More details... Intro to Turning (B) Intro to Turning (B) Starts: 10:30 am Ends: May 15, 2022 - 6:00 pm Description: http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/turning_series/introduction_to_turning More details... • •	16 CLOSED CLOSED Starts: 12:00 am Ends: May 16, 2022 - 11:59 pm More details... •	17 Kids (9-11) Spring 3A Kids (9-11) Spring 3A Starts: 4:00 pm Ends: May 17, 2022 - 6:00 pm Description: http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/kids_workshops/ More details... Table Saw Basics Table Saw Basics Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: May 17, 2022 - 9:30 pm Description: The table saw is arguably the most versatile and useful tool in modern woodworking. Learning how to use the table saw productively and safely is an absolute must for all beginners -- and even for those of you who are self taught and need the basics. Join us for a fun and hands-on 3 hour class on fundamental table saw use and safety. We'll teach you about safety, table saw blades, how to make rip, cross, mitered, rabbet and dado cuts. All class long you will be learning on SawStop brand table saws -- the safest saw in the world that stops if skin contact is made with the blade! In class you will learn a wide array of techniques while making a very simple yet well constructed small box that has universal lessons for building cabinets, bookshelves, drawers, etc. Learning the table saw is a must for even beginner hobbyist and this class is the class for you! http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/tools_and_techniques_series/tablesaw_1/ More details... • •	18 Kids (9-11) Spring 3B Kids (9-11) Spring 3B Starts: 4:00 pm Ends: May 18, 2022 - 6:00 pm Description: http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/kids_workshops/ More details... Safety Certification (A) Safety Certification (A) Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: May 18, 2022 - 10:00 pm Description: http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/membership/ More details... • •	19 Kids (12-14) Spring 3 Kids (12-14) Spring 3 Starts: 4:00 pm Ends: May 19, 2022 - 6:00 pm Description: http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/kids_workshops/ More details... Safety Certification (B) Safety Certification (B) Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: May 19, 2022 - 10:00 pm Description: http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/membership/ More details... • •	20	21 Cedar Planter Box Cedar Planter Box Starts: 10:30 am Ends: May 21, 2022 - 6:00 pm Description: Our Cedar Planter Box is the perfect 1-day project, great for complete beginners and experienced woodworkers alike! In this course you will use a wide variety of machines and tools to construct your planter from premium cedar, perfectly sized for inside the house, a window box or part of your garden or patio! You will get hands-on experience with everything from planning the cut list through using the tablesaw, mitersaw and router. http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/cedar_planter_box/ More details... •
22 Bowl Turning Bowl Turning Starts: 10:00 am Ends: May 22, 2022 - 1:30 pm Description: In this quick, fun and affordable single-evening class you will learn how to turn a bowl, from wood selection through final finishing, and everything in between. More details... Cutting Board Cutting Board Starts: 10:30 am Ends: May 22, 2022 - 1:30 pm Description: Love gorgeous, hand-made kitchen accessories? Want to enjoy the sights, sounds, smells and feel of a pro-grade woodshop? This is the perfect class for you! In just one fun, quick session you’ll make from complete scratch your own gorgeous hardwood cutting board from premium quarter sawn mahogany! This class uses the creation of the cutting board to teach students the fundamentals of woodworking. Enjoy hands-on work with the jointer, planer, table saw, bandsaw, router table, plunge router and orbital sander! This class gives you a truly pro-grade experience AND you leave with your own hand-made cutting board! http://http//www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/custom_cutting_board/ More details... Cutting Board Cutting Board Starts: 2:30 pm Ends: May 22, 2022 - 5:30 pm Description: Love gorgeous, hand-made kitchen accessories? Want to enjoy the sights, sounds, smells and feel of a pro-grade woodshop? This is the perfect class for you! In just one fun, quick session you’ll make from complete scratch your own gorgeous hardwood cutting board from premium quarter sawn mahogany! This class uses the creation of the cutting board to teach students the fundamentals of woodworking. Enjoy hands-on work with the jointer, planer, table saw, bandsaw, router table, plunge router and orbital sander! This class gives you a truly pro-grade experience AND you leave with your own hand-made cutting board! http://http//www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/custom_cutting_board/ More details... • • •	23 CLOSED CLOSED Starts: 12:00 am Ends: May 23, 2022 - 11:59 pm More details... •	24 Kids (9-11) Spring 3A Kids (9-11) Spring 3A Starts: 4:00 pm Ends: May 24, 2022 - 6:00 pm Description: http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/kids_workshops/ More details... Picture Framing Picture Framing Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: May 24, 2022 - 9:30 pm Description: Picture framing at home seems like it should be simple, right? But why do the corners never seem to fit together perfectly unless done by a pro framing shop? We'll teach you how to build and use a jig for any home table saw that will create perfect home-made picture frames! We'll also teach you how to use a router table to create gorgeous custom frame profiles with two different profiles from which students can choose. Lastly, you'll learn with us techniques for creating stronger miter joints on your future personal projects like using biscuits or splines! Leave with a gorgeous 11x14 solid hardwood picture frame! http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/picture_framing/ More details... • •	25 Kids (9-11) Spring 3B Kids (9-11) Spring 3B Starts: 4:00 pm Ends: May 25, 2022 - 6:00 pm Description: http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/kids_workshops/ More details... Bowl Turning Bowl Turning Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: May 25, 2022 - 10:00 pm Description: In this quick, fun and affordable single-evening class you will learn how to turn a bowl, from wood selection through final finishing, and everything in between. http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/turning_series/bowl_turning/ More details... Serving Tray (A) Serving Tray (A) Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: May 25, 2022 - 10:00 pm Description: Make your own GORGEOUS two-tone hardwood serving tray! Neither experience nor any prerequisites required. From the sweeping curves of the handles to the ultra-sophisticated look of the mitered corners with splines, this piece will be as sculptural and beautiful in your house as it is functional. This class is 100% for beginners and we know you'll love both the experience and the finished project. Register today! http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/serving_tray/ More details... • • •	26 Kids (12-14) Spring 3 Kids (12-14) Spring 3 Starts: 4:00 pm Ends: May 26, 2022 - 6:00 pm Description: http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/kids_workshops/ More details... Serving Tray (B) Serving Tray (B) Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: May 26, 2022 - 10:00 pm Description: Make your own GORGEOUS two-tone hardwood serving tray! Neither experience nor any prerequisites required. From the sweeping curves of the handles to the ultra-sophisticated look of the mitered corners with splines, this piece will be as sculptural and beautiful in your house as it is functional. This class is 100% for beginners and we know you'll love both the experience and the finished project. Register today! http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/serving_tray/ More details... • •	27	28 CLOSED CLOSED Starts: 12:00 am Ends: May 28, 2022 - 11:59 pm More details... •
29 CLOSED CLOSED Starts: 12:00 am Ends: May 29, 2022 - 11:59 pm More details... •	30 CLOSED CLOSED Starts: 12:00 am Ends: May 30, 2022 - 11:59 pm More details... •	31 Intermediate Tablesaw Intermediate Tablesaw Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: May 31, 2022 - 9:30 pm Description: Most woodworkers only scratch the surface of the tablesaw’s true versatility. Come learn a series of expert tablesaw techniques that will absolutely help you take your woodworking hobby to the next level! http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/tools_and_techniques_series/intermediate_tablesaw/ More details... •