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Introduction to Woodwork Workshop (Hand Tools)

Introduction to Woodwork Workshop (Hand Tools)

Woodwork Course / Full Day / Adults

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Discover the joy of traditional hand tool woodwork.

Perfect for beginners, this workshop will introduce you to a range of hand tool techniques and give you the essential carpentry skills needed to start making things out of wood.

You'll learn how to saw straight and true with different types of saw and how to sharpen tools so sharp you can shave hairs with them! We'll get you setting-up and using hand planes and chisels plus show you essential skills such as how to measure and mark wood accurately and how to get a lovely finish with sandpaper.

If you're just beginning your woodworking journey, start here and get the fundamentals right first.  

Please note: if you are interested in a date that is fully booked please get in touch at hello@ashandcompany.co.uk. We sometimes get cancellations and can put you on the waiting list for a bench space.


WHO IS THE COURSE FOR?:
The Introduction to Woodwork Workshop is for beginners who want to discover the essential skills involved in hand tool woodwork. No experience is necessary but a keen willingness to learn hand tool woodworking is essential!

If you are already competent with a tenon, panel and pull saw, know your jack from your smoothing plane and can sharpen like a pro; check out our Level Two course. We are always happy to discuss which course would be right for you, just get in touch (click here for contact details)

This course focusses on teaching and practicing core skills rather than making a project. If you are interested in making an item to take home, please check out our Make a Chopping Board or Wooden Planter experience days.

The minimum age for this woodworking course is 16.

 

ABOUT THE COURSE:
The Ash & Co Introduction to Woodwork Workshop is designed to give you the skills you need to start making things from wood.

Using hand tools, you will learn about saws, which ones you need and how to saw properly. We'll show you various techniques to mark-up wood accurately and cover what tools you'll need. 

Once you’re sawing like a pro, we’ll move onto sharpening and show you how to get the perfect edge on your woodworking tools every-time with a simple set-up anyone can afford. This is a critical skill in carpentry and woodwork and will start you on the right path!

We’ll teach you all about hand-planes, including setting-up, trouble shooting and everyday use, to give you the confidence you need to use a hand plane properly. We’ll use the plane to flatten wood, square our edges and get the perfect finish but be warned – it’s addictive!

You will also learn all about different wood types and why you should use them for your woodworking projects, and you’ll be taught basic skills with chisels - essential for any woodworker! 

During the day you will use your new skills to make a simple wooden try square that will be yours to keep and use for life. 

This course is thoughtfully crafted by Jonty, our woodworking expert, who is passionate about sharing his knowledge. You will go home with the skills and confidence needed to start making things out of wood as well as a comprehensive information pack which will remind you of everything learned on the day so you can continue to practice at home.

 

TOOLS YOU WILL USE:
• Various types of saws including British and Japanese styles 
• Marking tools including combination square, try square and marking knife
• Hand Planes 
• Various work holding options including bench hook, vice and saw bench
• Diamond stone sharpening system
• Chisels
• Sandpaper 

 

THE VENUE:
Located just off the A287 on the Hampshire / Surrey border, Ash & Co. Workshops is a super friendly, fun and relaxed environment that welcomes all ages and all genders to share in our passion for making. We want you to leave the workshop happy, content and full of knowledge that you didn’t have before. 

We’re there with you to offer advice every step of the way and always have time to answer all your questions.  All tools, materials and safety equipment are provided on the course and complimentary tea, coffee and water are available throughout the day. 

 

HOW TO BOOK:
To secure your place on one of our beginners Introduction to Woodworking courses simply fill out the form at the top of this page and purchase through the usual checkout process.

We will need the name of the attendee and a contact phone number or email address. You will receive an email confirming all the details, and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have before you arrive.

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