Woodcraft of Tucson

Build a Fine Shaker Table

Part 1: Thursday, March 19, 2026, 10 AM - 4 PM

Part 2: Friday, March 20, 2026, 10 AM - 4 PM

Part 3: Thursday, March 26, 2026, 10 AM - 4 PM

Part 4: Friday, March 27, 2026, 10 AM - 4 PM

Working out of his shop in the woods of Vermont, Instructor Jay O'Rear was known for his fine shaker furniture and was featured in Country Living Magazine. Over a period of 4 days, students will learn how to safely use the core machinery and tools of the wood shop to make either an End Table or a Sofa Table, or any size in between. Students will be encouraged to be playful and creative within the basic parameters of shaker design, picking out and combining species of wood that strikes their fancy. Table Pictured here was made by a student in this class.

Bowl Turning Basics

Saturday, March 21, 2026, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

This basic bowl class focuses on the craft of making a wooden bowl for everyday practical use. Instruction will include the basics of wood selection, mounting the wood to the lathe, design elements, and the use of bowl gouges and scrapers to turn and shape the bowl. Sanding and finishing techniques will also be discussed.

Make a Floating Table

Part 1: Sunday, March 22, 2026, 11:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Part 2: Monday, March 23, 2026, 1 AM - 4:30 PM

Part 3: Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 10 AM - 4:30 PM

Part 4: Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 10 AM - 4:30 PM

Upon completion of this class you will have a ready-to-use table with a top that appears to float above the frame. You will also have learned the fundamentals of table construction. How to taper legs; how to mill the aprons and cut them such that the table appears to float magically; and the joinery needed to assemble it. The techniques you learn in this class will prepare you to continue your journey into more advanced woodworking projects.