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Build a Small Wall Cabinet with a Drawer

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Create a beautiful, functional display piece

In this 3-day course we will build a small hanging wall cabinet with a shelf and a drawer using only hand tools and traditional joinery. The following photo is an example with cherry and walnut.

Class time is 10:30AM-6:30PM each day. We provide complimentary bottled water and have a limited selection of snacks and soda for a modest fee (our cost).


All coursework is completed with hand tools. You are welcome to bring your own tools - any tools you do not have or do not bring will be available for use. 

This course includes cherry and maple. if you wish to use other species, please contact us to make arrangements.

Syllabus:

  • Working without a plan
  • Joinery layout
  • Dovetails
  • Mortise & tenon stretcher
  • Mortise & tenon shelf
  • Drawer
  • Assembly


Note that completion of this project in-class is not promised as each class works at a different pace. Ample direction will be provided in the event of the need to complete any portion of this project at home.