Wood Planes. Technique Focused Workshops.
This 1 - 3 hour session aims to help you get the very best from your wood planes. You will receive an introduction to the different kinds of planes and their uses. The main learning points are as follows;
Let’s talk about planes; take a look at different planes and select the right tool for the right job.
How to sharpen your plane blade to the correct angle.
How to set your plane to achieve the best wood shaving.
The value of making a good Shooting Board for your workshop
A complimentary plan with instructions on how to make your own wood plane to suit your requirements. This plan is an uncomplicated starter plane and will hopefully inspire your interest.
4 persons per session.
Bending Wood - Technique Workshop
Bending Wood is a very important element of woodworking, at all scales. From Architectural details, stair casing, and boat building. To musical instruments and furniture. Bending wood creates a pleasing aesthetic, provides a physical comfort and in certain circumstances provides additional strength.
This workshop discusses the various options for bending wood and will also provide a hands on bending project to demonstrate the plasticity of wood under pressure
Veneering Technique Workshop
A 3 hour introduction to using veneers suitable for complete beginners.
Veneers bring a decorative class to your projects and permit you to select the most stunning wood grains to lift your projects to the next level. You can transform a plywood substrate into something really special.