2008 CLASS SCHEDULE
IN THE WORKSHOP WITH CHARLES NEIL
General: Registration opens Monday, November 19, 2007. Classes fill quickly and are filled on a first come basis. There is a non-refundable* registration deposit of 25% of the class tuition, the balance will be invoiced 30 days before your class begins. To register, click on the [Add to Cart] button for the class you wish to take to pay your deposit. You will receive an email confirming receipt of your deposit and a class package will be mailed to you in late January 2008. If you have questions about the courses, please call or email.
* Because space is so limited, the deposit is non-refundable, this is the only way we have found to get a firm commitment. Should we need to cancel a class for any reason you will receive a full refund of your deposit.
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Charles Neil instructs and guides you through basic woodworking skills, techniques, equipment and tools. Learn what to look for when purchasing lumber as well as the best methods for processing. You will be introduced and taught how to use basic shop equipment, power tools and hand tools, maintenance tips, sharpening, etc. Coverage of joinery techniques such as dovetails and mortise & tenons; making and using jigs; pattern making and cutting, doors, raised panels and glass panes and more. These classes are held M-F with Saturday optional. Saturday is left open for additional review and/or questions you may have for Charles . Classes start each day at 9am and end at 4:30pm; lunch is provided on-site at the workshop. |
Exploring Basic Woodworking Class Enrollment: 8 Deposit $187.50
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Make a classic southern piece of furniture and spend a week learning in a real, down to earth woodworking shop. Charles chooses this piece as a project because i has so many techniques in one piece and is not as difficult as it may appear. You have tapered legs, dovetailed chest, applied moldings, dovetailed drawers, breadboard slide, locks, hinges and lifts, all wrapped up into one absolutely gorgeous and functional piece of furniture. This class does require a basic knowledge of equipment and tools. These classes are held M-F with Saturday optional. Saturday is left open for additional review and/or questions you may have for Charles . Classes start each day at 9am and end at 4:30pm; lunch is provided on-site at the workshop. |
The Virginia Sugar Chest Class Enrollment: 6 You may provide your own wood, let us know when registering and we will get the information to you regarding requirements. Deposit $187.50
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An intense finishing course. It is a MUST that you know how to finish before you begin a woodworking project. Why? Because all of your efforts of building a fine piece can be destroyed if you don't know how to put on a good finish. Charles teaches you about techniques and products and how to get a desired finish. He covers stains, dyes, paints, glazes, all sorts of bases, topcoats, etc. You will experience hands-on application and when you leave you will know what to do, what to use and how to make it work for you, as a finisher. Learn the proper sanding techniques and what to consider while you are building. Again, an intense five day course but when you leave you will be confident in your ability to achieve a great finish on every woodworking project you do, no matter what it is. These classes are held M-F with Saturday optional. Saturday is left open for additional review and/or questions you may have for Charles . Classes start each day at 9am and end at 4:30pm; lunch is provided on-site at the workshop. |
Finishing A to Z Class Enrollment: 6 Deposit $212.50
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