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Design to Reality

Makeville Studio @ 125 8th St, Brooklyn, NY

Do you have an idea for your next project but you're not sure where to start? In this 4-hour workshop you will learn how to plan a successful project from start to finish. Using a table as an example project, we'll cover design, budget, timeline, building strategies, jigs and what to expect at the lumber yard. First, you'll brainstorm and sketch some basic table ideas. Then we’ll look at the sketches as a group and select one design, or combine...

(110) All levels 18 and older
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$100
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Furniture Class: Three Simple Finishes

Makeville Studio @ 125 8th St, Brooklyn, NY

This class is a straightforward explanation of basic finishes and how to use them for beautiful results. Forget spray booths, dust-free shops, and hard-to-apply finishes. Instead you will learn three simple hand-applied finishes that have easy application and repair qualities while supplying a protective barrier on your furniture. You don't need fancy equipment to get good results creating beautiful finishes requires only solid information, good...

(110) All levels 18 and older
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$235
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Dining Table Design Workshop

Makeville Studio @ 125 8th St, Brooklyn, NY

Tables have been made since someone put a plank on two rocks. Learn how to design your own dining table in this lecture. Dining tables come in many shapes, several sizes, and for different intentions. Come and learn how to design your own for your own taste. There are aesthetic requirements for a table which are extremely variable, functional requirements that are slightly variable,  and construction requirements, which are almost set in stone....

(110) All levels 18 and older
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$100
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Furniture Design Workshop

Makeville Studio @ 125 8th St, Brooklyn, NY

In this fun 3-hour hands-on sculpture and design workshop, you will be given a series of timed creative design challenges, in which you will create original small-scale furniture models. You can select and build from batches of thousands of small hardwood parts of different sizes, shapes, and proportions (provided, prepared prior to the workshop), allowing endless opportunity for unique designs. The classroom will be transformed into an environment...

(110) All levels 18 and older
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Getting Started in Furniture Making

Makeville Studio @ 125 8th St, Brooklyn, NY

This 6-session intermediate-level workshop takes you step by step through the typical furniture-making process: design, layout, cutting, joinery, assembly, glue-up and finishing. Working with machine and hand tools, you will build a solid hardwood bench with mortise and tenon joinery. Topics covered: How to make a cut list and estimate materials and cost from a design Milling rough lumber using the jointer, planer and table saw Tips and techniques...

(110) Intermediate 18 and older
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$225

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Holiday Wood Shop - Serving Board

Makeville Studio @ 125 8th St, Brooklyn, NY

Make a holiday gift while you learn how to set up and safely operate the miter saw, drill press, band saw, and sanders. This class includes lots of hands-on time with the tools while you make a beautiful hardwood serving board you’ll take home with you. Fun date night! Completion of this class certifies you to rent open studio time to use the miter saw, drill press, band saw, and sanders to work independently on your own projects. Notes: ...

(110) Beginner 18 and older
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$175
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Understanding Wood Bending

Makeville Studio @ 125 8th St, Brooklyn, NY

This seminar will introduce you to the principles and methods for creating bent wood elements in furniture and sculpture. Topics covered include wood selection and physics, techniques for steam bending and making bent laminations, constructing forms, steam box design and much more. You will also get a chance for some hands-on during a basic steam bending demonstration. Q&A Q: Is this class safe for pregnant women?  A: Yes, it's very...

(110) All levels 18 and older
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Drink N' Draw at Sky Gallery

Union x Bond @ 460 Union St, Brooklyn, NY

Our class is a widely popular event with a strong following of figure drawing enthusiasts and everyday New Yorkers looking for an alternative creative outlet in a relaxed, yet professional environment. We provide the model, beer and great tunes; you provide your own drawing materials and good cheer - what's not to like! This event is every 3rd Sunday of the month during the summer. Come find out what many already know: the Drink N' Draw is a great...

All levels 21 and older
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Introduction to Woodworking Lathe Boot Camp

Makeville Studio

Immerse yourself in three of our most popular beginner level woodworking classes for five full days! 10am-1pm - Intro to Woodworking 1-2pm - Lunch break 2-5pm - Lathe 101 + Bowl Turning Intro to Woodworking:  Designed for beginners with little to no woodworking experience, this five-session class covers wood physics, shop safety and etiquette, an introduction to joinery concepts, and hands-on experience with both hand tools and machinery....

(110) Beginner 18 and older
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Hand Planes, Spoke Shaves, and Scrapers

Makeville Studio

The hand plane, spoke shave and scraper are three of the most valuable hand tools on your bench. Learn to tune and use these cutting tools and your woodworking will be transformed! This is a rare opportunity to spend a day with acclaimed woodworker, teach and author Gary Rogowski learning how to set up, sharpen and master these essential hand tools. The simple geometry of a sharp plane iron can make rough wood smooth and dull wood shine, trim off...

(110) All levels 18 and older
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Hardwood Lumber 101

Makeville Studio

Every woodworking project--from fine furniture to simple boxes--starts with selecting the right wood.In this seminar, we will take the mystery out of selecting, estimating and purchasing hardwood lumber. You'll learn about hardwoods vs. softwoods, how to spot "problem" lumber, wood sizing and pricing, and how to prepare for a trip to the lumber yard, including money-saving tips and local sources of quality lumber. Q&A Q: Is this class safe...

(110) All levels 18 and older
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