Woodworking for Beginners
A step-by-step class where you will learn to draw, measure and assemble a simple project. Gain confidence in using machinery, knowledge and characteristics of wood, different cuts, joins and techniques. Read below course dates for information about the project. Bring your own materials (information below). Full courses are removed from the website.
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Mon 25 Jul
- $180.00 incl. GST
Sessions
Session 1
Mon 25 Jul 19:00 - Mon 25 Jul 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 2
Mon 01 Aug 19:00 - Mon 01 Aug 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 3
Mon 08 Aug 19:00 - Mon 08 Aug 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 4
Mon 15 Aug 19:00 - Mon 15 Aug 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 5
Mon 22 Aug 19:00 - Mon 22 Aug 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 6
Mon 29 Aug 19:00 - Mon 29 Aug 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 7
Mon 05 Sep 19:00 - Mon 05 Sep 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 8
Mon 12 Sep 19:00 - Mon 12 Sep 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Event is fullJoin waiting list -
Tue 26 Jul
- $180.00 incl. GST
Sessions
Session 1
Tue 26 Jul 19:00 - Tue 26 Jul 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 2
Tue 02 Aug 19:00 - Tue 02 Aug 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 3
Tue 09 Aug 19:00 - Tue 09 Aug 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 4
Tue 16 Aug 19:00 - Tue 16 Aug 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 5
Tue 23 Aug 19:00 - Tue 23 Aug 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 6
Tue 30 Aug 19:00 - Tue 30 Aug 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 7
Tue 06 Sep 19:00 - Tue 06 Sep 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 8
Tue 13 Sep 19:00 - Tue 13 Sep 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Event is fullJoin waiting list -
Mon 17 Oct
- $180.00 incl. GST
Sessions
Session 1
Mon 17 Oct 19:00 - Mon 17 Oct 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 2
Mon 31 Oct 19:00 - Mon 31 Oct 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 3
Mon 07 Nov 19:00 - Mon 07 Nov 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 4
Mon 14 Nov 19:00 - Mon 14 Nov 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 5
Mon 21 Nov 19:00 - Mon 21 Nov 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 6
Mon 28 Nov 19:00 - Mon 28 Nov 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 7
Mon 05 Dec 19:00 - Mon 05 Dec 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 8
Mon 12 Dec 19:00 - Mon 12 Dec 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Event is fullJoin waiting list
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Tue 18 Oct
- $180.00 incl. GST
Sessions
Session 1
Tue 18 Oct 19:00 - Tue 18 Oct 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 2
Tue 25 Oct 19:00 - Tue 25 Oct 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 3
Tue 01 Nov 19:00 - Tue 01 Nov 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 4
Tue 08 Nov 19:00 - Tue 08 Nov 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 5
Tue 15 Nov 19:00 - Tue 15 Nov 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 6
Tue 22 Nov 19:00 - Tue 22 Nov 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 7
Tue 29 Nov 19:00 - Tue 29 Nov 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.Session 8
Tue 06 Dec 19:00 - Tue 06 Dec 21:00Selwyn College, Auckland.
Description
Through creating a simple stool, you will learn the basics of woodworking. Konrard will introduce you to the different machines and hand-tools in our purpose-built workshop. You will learn fundamentals such as:
- drawing
- measuring
- cutting
- simple joining
Please bring the following materials to class on the first night (this list will be emailed to you upon registration):
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Dressed pine (clear with no knots)
- A total of 5400mm of 45 x 45mm square timber which will be cut up into:
- Legs: 45mm x 45mm timber - four lengths of 800mm each (or slightly less if you want a lower stool) total 3200mm
- Rails: 45mm x 45mm timber - eight rails of approximately 275mm to a total of 2200mm length
- Note re legs and rails. Some hardware shops sell 42mm x 42mm instead of 45mm. 42mm is a suitably sized wood to use too.
- Note that you can bring the timber in lengths and we can cut it into legs and rails during the class.
- Seat: 90mm wide x 32mm deep (or similar) x 1800mm length. 32mm is a standard depth of timber but we will be putting this through the 'thicknesser' machine to reduce the timber to 28mm deep as this dimension looks better for the stool.
- Note about dressed pine. 'Dressed' means the timber has been planed (or smoothed) on all four sides and is dry enough to immediately use and paint. As opposed to 'raw' or 'undressed' or 'wet' timber which is the rougher timber one might buy for fence posts or construction. You will find dressed pine inside in the hardware store (eg Bunnings or Mitre 10), in ready-to-use lengths. You will not find dressed timber in the trade/outdoor section of the hardware store.
- two pieces of 180 grit sandpaper
- pencil
- tape measure
- Note again: timber must be dressed, not wet or undressed wood. If you have queries you are most welcome to call Konrard, the woodworking tutor, on 5701272.
The cost of materials is approximately $100.
Testimonials
From 2020:
- Hi Ann, I have done the beginners woodwork and half of the advanced and may i say I have adored both! Konrad is the reason I enjoyed the class so much he’s an awesome teacher, so patient and kind. I have learnt so many new skills and his instructions are super clear. Konrad also enables you so that you could replicate the stool/side table again at home without his help. This year has been very difficult and his courses have given more than some new life skills; they kept me connected and have given me purpose. Nothing can be improved the course is a well oiled machine and his teaching is brilliant. I will be doing more of his again next year!!! Thank you Christina
From 2019:
- Thank you for an amazing 6 weeks with Conrad. What a fabulous group we had in our class. We will be back. Thanks Louise
From 2018:
- 'Loved learning new techniques and being able to do a unique project. Konrard was fantastic, very knowledgeable, great rapport, friendly and helpful. A perfectionist. Thank you Konrard! Much appreciated."
- 'He engages ll the class and helps everyone to the best of his time.'
- 'Konrard went above and beyond to help complete some of the more complex requirements of my job'
Earlier:
- 'There are many good points about this course. The instructor is helpful and clear about the process of making the bar stool. The equipment is amazing and I learnt a lot about a range of tools - drop saws, planer, spacer, clamps, squares etc. The project is also not expensive and although we had to buy wood, glue and screws etc it didn't break the bank! I will come back for more now that I know I can handle wood' Fiona - March 2015
- 'Excellent class for beginners, teaching how to measure as a start. It was interesting and satisfying to make a stool and complete it. My family are very happy about the outcome' Kaori - March 2015
