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Home > 2011-2012 Woodworking Class Schedule
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Free Woodworking Classes begin October 8, 2011
Pekin Woodworkers Shop
- Stop by the Pekin store, call 800-475-9663 or 309-347-5111 or EMAIL to register.
- All classes are free
- Class size limited to 15 participants
- All classes 10 a.m. - 12 noon
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Wooden Ink Pens and Wooden Boxes: October 8
Wooden Ink Pens and Wooden Boxes are wood turning projects that are easy to learn but you can spend a lifetime mastering. This demonstration will cover all aspects of basic pen turning and how to turn a wooden box.
Topics covered:
- Wood selection
- Drilling and gluing
- Turning and finishing
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Router 101: October 15
The Router is woodworking's super tool. Learning to control and use a router safely will increase your productivity and enjoyment in the workshop.
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Finishing: The Final Frontier: October 29
So you have made your project, how are you going to finish it?
Topics covered:
- Ins and outs of sanding, staining, dying, glazing and painting.
- What type of clear coat and when to use each: oil, water, lacquer and shellac.
- How to get the most out of your finish.
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Table Saw Techniques and Safety: November 5
The table saw is the heart of the woodworking shop. Learn how to use it safely and accurately.
Topics Covered:
- Common jigs demystified
- How to measure accurately
- Care and maintenance
- Proper blade selection
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Turning Wooden Bowls and Platters: November 19
Topics covered:
- Wood selection
- Tools selection
- Mounting the blank
- Design considerations
- Finishing
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Festool Hands On!: December 3
Ever wonder what all the hype is? What's the Festool difference?
This hands on experience with Festool will answer these questions and more for you. Sand, rout and saw using these unique and high quality tools.
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Making Raised Panel Doors: December 10
Learn how to make a raised panel door with a router or table saw.
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European Cabinet Hinges and Drawer Slides: December 17
Topics covered:
- Measuring and installing hinges
- Using drawer slides
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Sharpening: January 14
Topics covered:
- Sharpening turning tools, chisels, plane irons and cabinet scrapers
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Router Joinery: January 21
Topics covered:
- Common joints with a router (dado, dovetail, mortise)
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