INTRODUCTION TO CABINETRY

with MATHILDE POLMARD

Due to popular demand, we've created the Level II cabinetry workshop which we've designed to build on learning from our 'Introduction to Cabinetry' (Level 1) series. AND as this will be our first time running this series, we are offering tickets with almost 40% off the normal cost!

Designed to broaden the range of design and cabinetry techniques, you will learn how to make a wall hanging cabinet with the choice of practicing of a range of skills including:

measuring and cutting sheet materials accurately
joining techniques (butt, mitre or biscuits)
attaching cabinet doors
fixing shelves
French cleats

Building upon your tool skills such as track/plunge and jig saw use plus machinery such as table and drop saws, this workshop offers the opportunity to grow your skill levels using a nail gun, biscuit joiner and router.

As with all of our classes, you will learn in a supportive and friendly women-only environment at our unrivalled extensive central Auckland workshop.

Based on the recommended materials (see below) we offer a cutting list to follow or you are welcome to bring your own ideas.

Note: This workshop works best for women who have previous experience especially with drop saws and table saws. If you're a complete novice, we recommend you start your woodworking journey by doing our Introduction to the Wood Workshop series or Introduction to Woodwork first to gain confidence in working with power-tools and machinery.

All materials except timber/plywood are included in the cost of this workshop. See recommended suppliers below for timber/plywood.

Dates for this series (Mondays 6.15-8.15 pm):

Wk 1 - 19 May

Wk 2 - 26 May

Wk 3 - 2 June (King's birthday weekend)

Wk 4 - 9 June

Materials required:

For the basic cabinet frame we recommend using plywood or similar:

A-grade is premium but B-grade will also work fine
minimum of 15mm thickness - 18mm recommended
non-structural
non-treated please
Min size required is 1200 x 600 mm

Supplies:

'BBI' DIY Ply Non-Structural Plywood Pine Untreated 1200 x 600 x 18mm (SKU: 2422176) from Placemakers
'IBS' Mini Panels 1200 x 600 x 18mm CD Untreated Plywood (I/N: 0294471) from Bunnings
'Specrite' 1200 x 600 x 18mm Timber Multi Use Pine Panel (I/N: 0419619) from Bunnings

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What to expect:

Each class is for 2 hrs. Please bring your materials to the first class.

You will need to take your project home after each class (unless glue needs to dry)

All workshop PPE (eye, ear, respiratory protection) will be available but we recommend to bring your own respiratory protection if you are sensitive to dust.

Max of 6 people per workshop (minimum of 4 to run)

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Mathilde is a spatial designer by day and a keen 'maker' by night... well usually the evenings actually. With experience in cabinet making and often taking on commissioned projects, she loves sharing her skills and knowledge with other women so they too can become confident and enjoy the empowerment of having woodworking skills.