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In just two fun and quick sessions, you will make a gorgeous end grain cutting board that will amaze you every time you look at it!  This class is 100% for beginners and we know you’ll love both the experience and the finished project.  Chop like a true chef on this impressively thick chopping block that will absolutely impress everyone who sees it! No experience necessary — we’ll teach you everything you need to know and you’ll leave the class understanding how to make all other kinds of end grain cutting boards!

http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/end_grain_butcher_block/

If you’re the DIY type who loves minimalist, modern home decor, THIS is the class for you! In just one fun day you will build an absolutely stunning premium hardwood plant stand that is designed and proportioned perfectly for a ceramic pot that is included in the materials kit. Enjoy the ability to customize several features of your stand including the species, length and edging details of the legs! You will use a full complement of professional-grade tools including a tablesaw, jointer, planer, mortiser and router table. This class is 100% for beginners and we know you’ll love both the experience and the finished project. Register today!

https://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/modern_planter/

The staked chair (named for how the legs join into the seat) is the perfect blend of traditional chair construction and modern form. With legs at compound angles, and a comfortable curved backrest, this chair challenges students to think outside of the straight and square box and work toward something that conforms to the human body. Beyond traditional wood milling and table saw techniques, this two day class experience also includes bent lamination, compound angle drilling and an introduction to turning spindle tenons on the lathe!

https://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/essentials_series/staked_chair/

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/

Most will never believe that a table with such gorgeous lines and elegant details can be built in just two days, but this amazing class does exactly that! From the tapered legs to the beaded apron, from the back-beveled top to the inset shelf, this table in your home or office will blow you away every single time you see it. Students receive training on and enjoy two full days of hands-on use of all of the key woodshop equipment for furniture making including the jointer, planer, table saw and router!  Whether you just want a fun 2-day experience or a longer-term hobby in woodworking, this class is an absolute must-take!  

http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/elegant_table/

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!


https://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/custom_cutting_board/

In just two fun and quick sessions, you will make a gorgeous end grain cutting board that will amaze you every time you look at it!  This class is 100% for beginners and we know you’ll love both the experience and the finished project.  Chop like a true chef on this impressively thick chopping block that will absolutely impress everyone who sees it! No experience necessary — we’ll teach you everything you need to know and you’ll leave the class understanding how to make all other kinds of end grain cutting boards!

http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/end_grain_butcher_block/

If you’re the DIY type who loves minimalist, modern home decor, THIS is the class for you! In just one fun day you will build an absolutely stunning premium hardwood plant stand that is designed and proportioned perfectly for a ceramic pot that is included in the materials kit. Enjoy the ability to customize several features of your stand including the species, length and edging details of the legs! You will use a full complement of professional-grade tools including a tablesaw, jointer, planer, mortiser and router table. This class is 100% for beginners and we know you’ll love both the experience and the finished project. Register today!

https://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/modern_planter/

Our Cedar Planter Box is the perfect project 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/

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/

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/

Our Modern Side Table is the perfect balance of simple design and elegant lines. This one-day class is perfect for complete beginners and seasoned hobbyists looking to create a beautiful piece. Students will get hands-on training and experience with professional-grade tools to craft a gorgeous table that will last for many generations! We even have a wide array of woods from which students can pick. The shape and proportion of this side table is perfect for just about anywhere in the home – entryway corner, next to a chair or couch, bedside table, really anywhere!

http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/modern_side_table/

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!


https://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/custom_cutting_board/

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/

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!


https://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/custom_cutting_board/

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!


https://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/custom_cutting_board/

The staked chair (named for how the legs join into the seat) is the perfect blend of traditional chair construction and modern form. With legs at compound angles, and a comfortable curved backrest, this chair challenges students to think outside of the straight and square box and work toward something that conforms to the human body. Beyond traditional wood milling and table saw techniques, this two day class experience also includes bent lamination, compound angle drilling and an introduction to turning spindle tenons on the lathe!

https://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/essentials_series/staked_chair/

With heat, wood, and a steady hand, a pyrography artist can transform a simple piece of wood into a stunning work of art. Discover the art of pyrography—drawing with fire—in this hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll learn the fundamentals of wood burning and how different woods react to heat. In just a few hours of guided instruction you’ll gain the skills and confidence to design and complete your own unique woodburning artwork. Pyrography is a relaxing, expressive craft that requires minimal space and is perfect for curious creatives and first-time makers alike. All materials and tools are provided for use during class, and you’ll leave with a finished piece and the knowledge you need to continue exploring this rewarding art form at home.

https://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/tools_and_techniques_series/wood_burning/

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/

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/

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/

Looking to learn the basics of wood and epoxy river projects?  Look no farther!  The amazing two-session event will teach you the basics – beginning to end – of how to create an eye popping walnut and epoxy river serving board!

https://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/epoxy_river_serving_board/

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/

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!


https://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/home_and_lifestyle_series/custom_cutting_board/

Always wanted to learn the fundamentals of woodturning? Our Introduction to Turning is a wonderfully educational introduction to the basics of both spindle and bowl turning — the foundation of a woodturner’s bag of tricks! Learn the fundamentals of turning as well as safe lathe operation, setting you up to explore turning further if you wish either at home or at PW as a member!

http://www.philadelphiawoodworks.com/turning_series/introduction_to_turning

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/

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/