December 11 - 15, 2023
Build a Pair of Chippendale Ocassional Tables
During this weeklong class you will learn the period construction techniques used to build a pair of Chippendale occasional tables. Along with building this table this class will help with many future projects. You will learn hand cutting dovetails along with mortise and tenoned case construction, straight molded legs with a scalloped skirt. This will be an unequaled learning experience with lunch included. A tool and a cut list will be provided so you can bring your own hand tools and lumber.
Hours: Mon - Thur. 8 - 4:30 Fri 8 - 3
Cost $1250
Mortise and tenon construction
Many different construction techniques in one project
Come learn many different techniques to help with this and future projects like mortise and tenon joinery.
Many different construction techniques in one project
Many different construction techniques in one project
This pair of table has straight Chippendale legs with a bead on the outside corners, scalloped skirts, and overlapping drawers. There is an option for cut corners on the front edge of the tops.
Learn how to cut and fit dovetails
You will learn the time and material saving methods from a 5th generation business. We have many tricks to speed up your time and proficiency of cutting dovetails.
Lay out is everything
Lay out is everything
We will send you a cut list so you can provide what wood you would like both primary and secondary.
3 dovetailed drawers
Lay out is everything
3 dovetailed drawers
With this class you will learn our tried-and-true method of cut half blind dovetails and then fitting the pins. We have a few methods which will help your execution of this age old joint.
Tricks to share
Lay out is everything
3 dovetailed drawers
Small details can make a world of differences