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Get hands-on experience using a wood lathe and carbide turning tools to create a slimline ballpoint pen. Along the way, you’ll learn the basics of pen design, tool use, and finishing techniques and walk away with a polished, custom pen that’s ready to write.

Pens come in all shapes and styles — twist, click, fountain, dip, and more — and this class is your gateway to that creative world.

What you’ll learn:

Measuring and cutting your pen blank.
Using a centering jig to drill the blank.
Mounting your blank and setting up the lathe.
Shaping your pen with carbide turning tools.
Sanding and applying a durable wax finish (your choice of satin or glossy).
Assembling your finished pen — and maybe even giving it a test write.

Details:

Skill level: Beginner. No woodturning experience necessary.

Details

A $15 materials fee, included in the cost of the class, covers everything you need to make and finish one slimline pen.

Class Policies

• You must wear safety glasses and closed-toe shoes, tie back long hair, and avoid dangling clothing and jewelry. We recommend bringing your own safety glasses.
• Ages 14 and up are welcome.