Introduction to the Wood Workshop (Thursday AM Winter Series) by WomenzShed
Event description
INTRODUCTION TO THE WOOD WORKSHOP
By Nikki
Our very popular series of workshops covers a range of equipment found in our wood workshop. It's suitable for
novices or anyone wishing to upskill, particularly in power-tools and machinery. If you are new to
woodworking, attending this workshop is a requirement of our Membership.
Each session will offer the chance to use different tools and machinery in a supportive, friendly setting whilst making items for our local community, environmental groups or for our community partners like Urban Ark - Manawa Taiao.
Dates for this series (10 am to 12 pm Thursdays 2023):
Wk 1 - 20 July
Wk 2 - 27 July
Wk 3 - 3 August
Wk 4 - 10 August
Wk 5 - 17 August
Week 1. Sexy saws
includes timber basics, marking and measuring, hand-saws, and circular saws
Week 2. Feel the power
includes power-tools such as planers, drop saws and bench saws
Week 3. Drill it
includes drills, bits and drill presses plus jigsaws and bandsaws
Week 4. Grind it baby
includes rotary tools (Dremel) and working with metal including cutting and grinding
Week 5. Joints and screwing
includes basic joints, assembling work, screw/nail fixings, drivers and jigs
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What to expect:
Each class is for 2 hrs
All workshop PPE (eye, ear, respiratory protection) will be available but we recommend to bring your own mask.
Max of 6 people per workshop (minimum of 4 to run)
A reminder will be sent a few days before your first session.