Woodworking
Hand-Cut Dovetail Basics
Learn how to design, lay out, and mark dovetail joints and cut them accurately and efficiently with hand saws and chisels.
Member$70.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Guest$84.00 (any noted materials fee included) |
Tuition Assistance and Other Policies
Meeting Times
- Wed, 3/5/2025 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wed, 3/5/2025
About
Dovetail joints, a technique that joins two pieces of wood using pins and tails (shaped like a wedge, resembling a dove’s tail) , are known for their strength and are commonly used in furniture, cabinets, log buildings and traditional timber framing.
Learn tricks to get them to fit perfectly!
While there won't be enough time to complete a project, you'll go home with one or two completed corners, which you can use to refresh your memory later about which parts to cut and which to leave. It's surprisingly easy to get that mixed up if you haven't cut dovetails for a while, so having a reference piece can save you a lot of grief!
Materials
Prerequisites
- Orientation to the Woodshop
- Prior hand tool experience is recommended but not required.
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
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