Skip to Content
Sold Out

Woodworking Basics: Bandsaws

If you want to be more effective and safer when using the three main bandsaws in the Wood Studio, this class is for you.

Add to calendar:
Outlook Google Agenda
Woodworking Basics: Bandsaws

Woodworking Basics: Bandsaws

If you want to be more effective and safer when using the three main bandsaws in the Wood Studio, this class is for you.

Pricing
  • Certificate Program Registrant Only
    For current Woodworking Certificate Program Registrants only.
    $ 0.00
  • Member Registration
    $ 128.00
  • Guest Registration
    $ 159.00
Tuition Assistance and Policies
See more
Cancellation & Other Policies
See more
Sold Out

About

A bandsaw may seem like a simple machine, but to get the best results, one must understand the types of blades, the guides that support the blade, the size and power of the saw, and how the teeth cut wood. Some cuts — such as resawing, cutting curves, and beveling — require special techniques. All bandsaws need to be tuned regularly, and with the heavy use in our studio, often more than once a week.

Learn the mechanics of the saw and blades, and how to evaluate the saw’s readiness for your stock. Learn how to change the blade when you need a different one, including how to set the guides that support the cut. Also, learn how to determine when stock requires special handling for safety, and how to use shims or other support for stabilization.

You'll also learn about cuts of various kinds, including resawing, easy circles, and relief cuts. 

You're encouraged to ask questions relevant to your own project interests, and share any problems using bandsaws.

Materials

A $10 materials fee, included in the cost of the class, covers everything you'll need.

Prerequisites

Woodshop Tool Safety Checkout 2

Class Policies

  • Ages 14 and up are welcome.
  • You must wear safety glasses (we recommend you bring your own), closed-toe shoes, and avoid loose-fitting clothing and jewelry. Tie back long hair. 
Instructor
Jamie Straw

Jamie has been turning wood for many years, working on both spindle and bowl projects, and has taught woodturning at BARN since July 2017. She also serves as coordinator of BARN’s woodturning program. She is a past vice president for education and training for the local chapter of the American Association of Woodturners. Her focus is on helping students build skills progressively as they design and create their woodturning projects.

Related Events

Check out other events you might be interested in!

See All
Community Spoon Carving
Community Spoon Carving

Carve along with the BARN spoon carving community.

December 04, 2026

Community Spoon Carving
Community Spoon Carving

Carve along with the BARN spoon carving community.

November 06, 2026

Make a Modern End Table
Make a Modern End Table

Learn a variety of furniture-making skills as you complete this small table.

October 16, 2026

-*