About

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.

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.