Woodworking
Woodworking Basics: Hand Tools
Learn how to use hand tools skillfully and build a tote — part of BARN's Woodworking Basics Certificate series.
Member$341.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Guest$428.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Woodworking Certificate ParticipantFree (any noted materials fee included) |
Policies and Tuition Assistance
Meeting Times
- Mon, 6/2/2025 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Wed, 6/4/2025 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Mon, 6/9/2025 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Wed, 6/11/2025 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Mon, 6/2/2025 - Wed, 6/11/2025
About
Learn how to use woodworking hand tools with a project specifically designed to give you experience with the most common ones. You'll learn to use:
- Measuring and marking tools.
- Crosscut and rip cut hand saws.
- Hand planes.
- Chisels.
- Hand drill (bit and brace).
- Coping saw.
This class is a component of BARN's Woodworking Basics Certificate program, which includes 14 classes and a mentored final project. Learn more »
You do not need to be a certificate student to take this class.
Project
A two-compartment tote, handy for storing or carrying silverware, garden tools, or other items.
Materials
A $20 materials fee, included in the cost of the class, covers everything you'll need.
Prerequisites
Class Policies
- Ages 14 and up are welcome.
- Wear safety glasses and closed-toe shoes. We recommend bringing your own safety glasses.
BARN Policies
- View BARN's Cancellation and Refund Policy.
- Tuition Assistance is available. Fill out the application before registering.
- BARN is committed to accessibility. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Please email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org to find out more or request an accommodation.
- Sensory Statement: Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy and cluttered, smell strongly, and have bright or flickering lights. BARN is not an allergen-free facility. If you have concerns, please email info@bainbridgebarn.org.
Instructors or Guides
Paul Kury
Paul Kury studied woodworking at Lonnie Bird’s School of Fine Woodworking in Dandridge, Tenn., and has been an active woodworker for more than 40 years. His preference is 18th-century furniture. Paul also volunteers as a woodworking safety monitor at BARN.
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