Craftsman Ave

Quick grips are the name of the game for so many DIY shop projects. We use them all the time at Craftsman Ave, but they really get their moneys worth during Introduction to Woodworking with these little side tables. They're perfect for snugging each lap joint together and allowing the epoxy resin to sit. The silent hero! [photo: @ryanhandt]

Back on our Monday (glass) Grind. [photo: @ryanhand]

For the days when you really just need to saw (or hammer! or burn!) something..... we're here for you. Learning how to access new tools and skills can be just the outlet you need in 2021

It’s a table! It’s a lamp! It’s a phone charger! It's Frankentable! Bring the small table that you made during Introduction to Woodworking back to it's birthplace for some upgrades! You'll begin with a pre-made table, create a copper lamp to solder on top, and incorporate a high-tech phone charger. This hybrid-workshop is only offered once a month, so grab your spot while you can. [photo: @ryanhandt]

During Introduction to Knife Making, we teach students all about the reductive (or stock-removal) technique of knife making. You start with a raw piece of annealed tool steal, which is shaped and polished into your custom design & fit. You use tools including hacksaws, files, sanding blocks, belt sanders, and rotary tools to make your blade & handle. It's as fun (& badass) as it sounds. [photo: @ryanhandt]

You all couldn't get enough of the Stained Glass workshops we've been testing, so we added the Introduction workshop to our regular schedule! Join Kelsie with @soft_shapes as she instructs the classic Tiffany stained glass process - selecting and shaping each glass element and soldering it all together. Each workshop will focus on a different finished product - a suncatcher, a nightlight, or something completely new that Kelsie has dreamt up. No prior experience necessary, link in bio! [photo: @ryanhandt]

We're curving into a bright 2021 with a fresh schedule, complete with new and advanced-level workshops. We'll be sharing the highlights over the next few days, and you can view the complete calendar on our website now. [photo: @ryanhandt]