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Turning Bowls on the Lathe

  • Beginner
  • 18 and older
  • $495
  • 125 8th St, Brooklyn, NY
  • 9 hours over 3 sessions

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  • $495
  • Makeville Studio @ 125 8th St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
  • 9 hours over 3 sessions
  • Price includes $60 materials/equipment fee.
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Class Description

Description

What you'll learn in this furniture class:

In this three-session workshop, you'll turn a block of wood into a small wooden bowl while learning the principles of bowl turning, tool selection, and turning techniques. You will also learn lathe operation and safety, how to sharpen lathe tools, and finishing basics. All tools, materials and safety equipment are provided.

Completion of this class allows you to rent open studio time to work on your own lathe projects.

Please Note:

  • Wear shop-appropriate clothing--comfortable shoes and no loose or hanging items.
  • Bring a pencil and paper to take notes (optional)

Refund Policy

We reserve the right to cancel or discontinue any class, in which case you may choose to receive a refund, register for an alternate course or receive tuition credit.

To withdraw from a class, please notify us in writing at [email protected].
  • If you withdraw more than ten days before a class begins, we will refund 100% of tuition paid minus a 5% processing fee. Alternatively you can receive 100% refund in Makeville store credit which can be applied to a future class.
  • If you withdraw less than ten days before your class begins, we cannot offer any option for refund.
We are unable to refund tuition for classes students miss due to their own circumstances.

Reviews of Classes at Makeville Studio (110)

(4.7-star rating across 110 reviews)
  • Turning Bowls on the Lathe

    Anonymous review on 2/22/2020
    This class was awesome! We learned the basics of turning and had a chance to try a variety of tools and techniques related to the trade. It was very hands on and Alan was a great instructor. Would highly recommend this class as an introduction to turning.
  • Turning Bowls on the Lathe

    Reviewed by Gideon S. on 12/17/2019
    Best class ever! And worth taking again and again!
  • Turning Bowls on the Lathe

    Reviewed by Gideon S. on 5/21/2019
    The BEST class.
  • Turning Bowls on the Lathe

    Reviewed by Gideon S. on 2/19/2019
    This is the second time I’ve taken this class! Each time was terrific! Alan Dorsey is a superb teacher and master craftsman.
  • Turning Bowls on the Lathe

    Reviewed by Gideon S. on 11/20/2018
    Alan is a superb teacher and craftsman.
  • Turning Bowls on the Lathe

    Anonymous review on 11/29/2017
    Great instruction. When the class is over you have a beautiful finished bowl.
  • Turning Bowls on the Lathe

    Reviewed by Carol G. on 5/25/2016
    The instructor was knowledgeable and helpful while at the same time allowing us to learn and create our own bowls. I am very pleased with the way the class was taught and I love the items I made.
  • Turning Bowls on the Lathe

    Reviewed by Kiran P. on 1/15/2019
  • Turning Bowls on the Lathe

    Reviewed by Emily F. on 2/15/2018
  • Turning Bowls on the Lathe

    Reviewed by Jessica W. on 9/28/2016
  • Turning Bowls on the Lathe

    Reviewed by John A. on 5/25/2016
  • Turning Bowls on the Lathe

    Reviewed by Jonah O. on 4/27/2016
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Review Summary by CourseHorse

Students who attended classes at Turning Bowls on the Lathe had overwhelmingly positive feedback. They praised the class for providing a hands-on experience where they learned the basics of turning and had the opportunity to try various tools and techniques. Alan, the instructor, was highly regarded for his teaching skills and craftsmanship. Students felt that his guidance was helpful yet allowed them the freedom to learn and create their bowls. Many students were so satisfied with the class that they wanted to take it again. The instruction was described as great and the result was a beautiful finished bowl. Overall, students were pleased with the way the class was taught and the items they were able to make. Quotes from the reviews that describe what students learned: - "We learned the basics of turning and had a chance to try a variety of tools and techniques related to the trade." - "The instructor was knowledgeable and helpful while at the same time allowing us to learn and create our own bowls." - "I am very pleased with the way the class was taught and I love the items I made."

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