Chuck Bender - Woodworking

Private Lesson
2023-11-07 09:00 - 16:30, 2023-11-08 09:00 - 16:30, 2023-11-09 09:00 - 16:30, 2023-11-10 09:00 - 16:30, 2023-11-13 09:00 - 16:30, 2023-11-14 09:00 - 16:30, 2023-11-15 09:00 - 16:30, 2023-11-16 09:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) and 1 more date | Acanthus Workshop, 62 Indian Trail Rd., Jim Thorpe, PA, 18229, United States

Build a Cantilevered Chair
2023-11-18 09:00 - 17:00, 2023-11-19 09:00 - 17:00 | Connecticut Valley School of Woodworking, 249 Spencer St, Manchester, CT, 06040, United States
Build a Cantilevered Chair

Saturday October 28 2023

Two weekends, 09:30 AM – 05:00 PM

Manchester

Session information
$745.00

Description

George Nakashima was one of the most influential studio woodworkers of the twentieth century. In this class, we take inspiration from several cantilevered chair designs to make a chair of our own that makes a visual statement.
Chairs can be some of the trickiest projects to build because of the angular joinery. While the construction of this chair is fairly straightforward, there is plenty to test the skills of woodworkers of any skill level. Whether you’re still perfecting woodworking skills or you’re a seasoned veteran, this project is a great gateway into chairmaking. Unlike Queen Anne and Chippendale chairs, where compound-angle joinery abounds, cantilevered chairs are single-angle and easily created using modern power equipment. But that doesn’t mean there isn’t any handwork for those hand-tool enthusiasts. The seats and spindles are shaped and finished by hand.
The first two days (October 28 & 29) of this class are spent working on the design of the chair, understanding chair mechanics, and creating the structural joints. The second two-day session (November 18 & 19) focuses on saddling the seat and attaching the spindles and crest rails.
The spindles for the back will be turned by a local woodturner but you will have the opportunity to learn how this is done. The class is broken up into two weekends so you will have plenty of time between sessions for any handwork and practicing that you will want to do. This class is 4 full days.
You can make your chair in walnut or cherry.
Please select appropriate material fee when checking out
Sign up today—space is limited!
Tuition: $745.00 plus materials (Walnut $368.00, Cherry $273.00)

Veneer & Inlay – Hands-on Class
2023-12-04 09:00 - 16:30, 2023-12-05 09:00 - 16:30, 2023-12-06 09:00 - 16:30, 2023-12-07 09:00 - 16:30, 2023-12-08 09:00 - 16:30 | Acanthus Workshop, 62 Indian Trail Rd., Jim Thorpe, PA, 18229, United States
This five-day class covers the basics of veneer & inlay. Highly figured veneer and contrasting inlay can add dimension, depth and decoration for your pieces. Most woodworkers don’t know where to begin with veneer and inlay but this class will help get you started. The techniques are simple to grasp and the results can be dramatic. If you are looking to step up your woodworking skills to the next level, this is the class for you.

Veneer & Inlay
In addition to lots of practice exercises, a small veneered and inlaid box will be made in class so you can put all those newly honed skills to work.
Some of the skills learned in the Veneer & Inlay class are:

Hammer veneering
Bookmatching and slip-matching veneers for dramatic effects
How to make edge banding
Sand shading
Line-and-berry inlay

The Woodworking Shows - Baltimore
2024-01-05 12:00 - 18:00, 2024-01-06 10:00 - 18:00, 2024-01-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Rd., Timonium, MD, 21093, United States
Education
Visit The Woodworking Shows – Baltimore for the best in tools, supplies and free education. Each day of The Woodworking Shows is packed with demonstrations, seminars and classes that make you a better woodworker – all for the price of admission. There are also paid classes you can take that delve deep into specific subjects. Kick up your woodworking skills at The Woodworking Shows.
Tools
You’ll also find the latest in hand and power tools at The Woodworking Shows. Get expert advice on what to buy and how to use it once you get it home. In fact, try it out at the show before you buy. There are also lots of innovative new tools that debut at The Woodworking Shows. Be the first to see the latest new tools.
Supplies
The Woodworking Shows is a good place to stock up on all those necessary shop supplies while you’re at The Woodworking Shows. You’ll find everything from clamps to sandpaper and glue at the show – thousands of items, big and small, for all your woodworking needs.
Guilds & Clubs
Meet other woodworkers from your area that are members of local clubs and guilds – you might even decide to get involved. Many clubs demonstrate a variety of techniques and skills at The Woodworking Shows. Be sure to stop by each of the club/guild booths.

The Woodworking Shows - Springfield
2024-01-12 12:00 - 18:00, 2024-01-13 10:00 - 18:00, 2024-01-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Eastern States Exposition, 1305 Memorial Ave., West Springfield, MA, 01089, United States
Education
Visit The Woodworking Shows – Springfield for the best in tools, supplies and free education. Each day of The Woodworking Shows is packed with demonstrations, seminars and classes that make you a better woodworker – all for the price of admission. There are also paid classes you can take that delve deep into specific subjects. Kick up your woodworking skills at The Woodworking Shows.
Tools
You’ll also find the latest in hand and power tools at The Woodworking Shows. Get expert advice on what to buy and how to use it once you get it home. In fact, try it out at the show before you buy. There are also lots of innovative new tools that debut at The Woodworking Shows. Be the first to see the latest new tools.
Supplies
The Woodworking Shows is a good place to stock up on all those necessary shop supplies while you’re at The Woodworking Shows. You’ll find everything from clamps to sandpaper and glue at the show – thousands of items, big and small, for all your woodworking needs.
Guilds & Clubs
Meet other woodworkers from your area that are members of local clubs and guilds – you might even decide to get involved. Many clubs demonstrate a variety of techniques and skills at The Woodworking Shows. Be sure to stop by each of the club/guild booths.

The Woodworking Shows - Columbus
2024-01-19 12:00 - 18:00, 2024-01-20 10:00 - 18:00, 2024-01-21 10:00 - 15:00 | Ohio Expo Center, 717 E. 17th Ave., Columbus, OH, 43211, United States
Education
Visit The Woodworking Shows – Columbus for the best in tools, supplies and free education. Each day of The Woodworking Shows is packed with demonstrations, seminars and classes that make you a better woodworker – all for the price of admission. There are also paid classes you can take that delve deep into specific subjects. Kick up your woodworking skills at The Woodworking Shows.
Tools
You’ll also find the latest in hand and power tools at The Woodworking Shows. Get expert advice on what to buy and how to use it once you get it home. In fact, try it out at the show before you buy. There are also lots of innovative new tools that debut at The Woodworking Shows. Be the first to see the latest new tools.
Supplies
The Woodworking Shows is a good place to stock up on all those necessary shop supplies while you’re at The Woodworking Shows. You’ll find everything from clamps to sandpaper and glue at the show – thousands of items, big and small, for all your woodworking needs.
Guilds & Clubs
Meet other woodworkers from your area that are members of local clubs and guilds – you might even decide to get involved. Many clubs demonstrate a variety of techniques and skills at The Woodworking Shows. Be sure to stop by each of the club/guild booths.

The Woodworking Shows - Indianapolis
2024-01-26 12:00 - 18:00, 2024-01-27 10:00 - 18:00, 2024-01-28 10:00 - 15:00 | Indiana State Fairgrounds, 1202 East 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46205, United States
The Woodworking Shows – Indianapolis
Education
Visit The Woodworking Shows – Indianapolis for the best in tools, supplies and free education. Each day of The Woodworking Shows is packed with demonstrations, seminars and classes that make you a better woodworker – all for the price of admission. There are also paid classes you can take that delve deep into specific subjects. Kick up your woodworking skills at The Woodworking Shows.
Tools
You’ll also find the latest in hand and power tools at The Woodworking Shows. Get expert advice on what to buy and how to use it once you get it home. In fact, try it out at the show before you buy. There are also lots of innovative new tools that debut at The Woodworking Shows. Be the first to see the latest new tools.
Supplies
The Woodworking Shows is a good place to stock up on all those necessary shop supplies while you’re at The Woodworking Shows. You’ll find everything from clamps to sandpaper and glue at the show – thousands of items, big and small, for all your woodworking needs.
Guilds & Clubs
Meet other woodworkers from your area that are members of local clubs and guilds – you might even decide to get involved. Many clubs demonstrate a variety of techniques and skills at The Woodworking Shows. Be sure to stop by each of the club/guild booths.

The Woodworking Shows - Atlanta
2024-02-02 12:00 - 18:00, 2024-02-03 10:00 - 18:00 | Cobb Galleria, Two Galleria Parkway, Atlanta, GA, 30339, United States
The Woodworking Shows – Atlanta
Education
Visit The Woodworking Shows – Atlanta for the best in tools, supplies and free education. Each day of The Woodworking Shows is packed with demonstrations, seminars and classes that make you a better woodworker – all for the price of admission. There are also paid classes you can take that delve deep into specific subjects. Kick up your woodworking skills at The Woodworking Shows.
Tools
You’ll also find the latest in hand and power tools at The Woodworking Shows. Get expert advice on what to buy and how to use it once you get it home. In fact, try it out at the show before you buy. There are also lots of innovative new tools that debut at The Woodworking Shows. Be the first to see the latest new tools.
Supplies
The Woodworking Shows is a good place to stock up on all those necessary shop supplies while you’re at The Woodworking Shows. You’ll find everything from clamps to sandpaper and glue at the show – thousands of items, big and small, for all your woodworking needs.
Guilds & Clubs
Meet other woodworkers from your area that are members of local clubs and guilds – you might even decide to get involved. Many clubs demonstrate a variety of techniques and skills at The Woodworking Shows. Be sure to stop by each of the club/guild booths.
