Learn woodworking
I offer a one-on-one woodworking class that is guaranteed to be an unforgettable experience.
Buy a day for yourself and start a new hobby. Or give it as a truly unique gift.
- The session can be scheduled anytime including Saturdays and Sundays.
- I can accommodate couples or specific project that you have in mind.
- You can add a message to be engraved on the solid wood gift “card” to wrap.
You start the process by texting me at 612-707-9435 and we can discuss how I can deliver your customized wood plaque in time.
Japanese toolbox workshop
My Japanese tool box workshop teaches thoughtful creating for makers of all levels. This isn’t just about following instructions; it’s about understanding why things are made the way they are.
Through clear, step-by-step instructions, you’ll make a humble toolbox while gaining practical woodworking skills.
We’ll cover different construction methods and materials, explaining the trade-offs to help you make informed decisions in your future work.
Learn by making a functional piece, developing an appreciation for craftsmanship, and building the confidence and understanding for your next project.
The cost includes materials, shop use and about 8 hours of instruction.
You can pay for the session, and text me to arrange for the delivery of the customized gift plaque.
Or text 612-707-9435 to make arrangements.
What makes my woodworking class unique
Project: The toolbox is selected, so it can be accomplished in a day long session.
Experience Level: the class is designed for makers of all experience levels with the focus to improve the creation of your next project. A maker taking the class should be able to read instructions and plans, measure, and simply ready to use a Sawstop table saw, chop saw, planner, and joiner.
You will learn: This session will teach you how finish projects by making a Japanese toolbox. You’ll learn the basics of using common power tools and hand tools as we build the box. This will help you understand how these tools work safely and how they help put the toolbox together. What’s most important is that you’ll learn why things are built the way they are to make them strong and useful.
Tools covered: In this class, you will read a plan and the how to get your wood the right size by measuring carefully. Then, you’ll learn to make straight and safe cuts using the table saw to cut wood to the right width and the chop saw to cut pieces to the correct length. You’ll also learn how to use the joiner to make one side of the wood flat and square, and the planer to make the other side smooth and the wood the right thickness. These steps help make sure all the parts of your toolbox fit together.
Location: The session will take place in the wood shop at Twin Cities Maker in Minneapolis.
Duration: This is a solid day session. I am flexible but the session is formatted as follows:
- 1 hour Twin Cities Maker woodshop orientation
- 1 hour review of plans plus selecting, measuring and marking boards
- 2 hours to rough cut and mill pieces to thickness
- Break
- 1 hour to final cut pieces and dry fit
- 1 hour to sand and finish “inside” materials
- 1 hour for assembly and glue up of toolbox
- 1 hour for final sanding and finishing
Items to bring or wear: Please ready for classroom instruction to start with a pencil and notebook. Then wear appropriate closed toe shoes and work like clothing for the shop. The shop has safety equipment, but you are encourged to bring your own. Lumber will be provided as well as the needed fasteners.
About the Instructor
After Tim Bednar’s time at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design ended in 1992, Tim’s done a lot, so he brings a unique perspective to the maker community. From serving as a minister in the Powderhorn neighborhood, parenting five children, and working as a web developer, he thinks deeply about the process of building objects created for how people really live. The founding of Tim B Studio led him to join TC Maker in late 2023 where he an assistant workshop manager and woodworking instructor.
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