Furniture Classes in NYC, New York

You will gain a broad understanding of how Japanese woodworking distinguishes itself from Western approaches during this two hour talk and demonstration. The session will include an overview of traditional hand tools used in a range of work scale, from making small objects to full size timber frame building.  This will be followed by a brief...

Looking to jump right into the world of fine woodworking? Is your goal is to continue creating projects long after attending one of our workshops? Then Introduction to Furniture Making is for you! Throughout this 16 hour intensive workshop (split over 4 or 6 sessions), students will build a solid foundation for their new venture into woodworking....

This workshop introduces students to modern woodworking through an immersive experience of crafting fine wooden furniture. It is designed for beginners who want to get a hands-on introduction to woodworking and take home a beautiful product. After a brief survey of principles and process, students will dive into their projects to make a small wood...

In this three day class, you will learn how to make a shoji (paper backed sliding screen) that is a classic functional and decorative detail in Japanese design. To accommodate apartment living and as a learning project, each participant will make a moderate size shoji, around 24”x24”. All of the same methods used in full size shojis, 36”x72”,...

In this first one day class of the design series we will start broadly with concepts, goals and aesthetics. After forming a vision we will move towards more specifics: lumber selection, wood grain, orientation, sequencing, sizing and joinery choices. Balance, economics, fluidity and awareness will be addressed. Will include a sketching session with...

Using a saw on a pull stroke can be awkward at first. With a little practice and guidance it becomes second nature. In this half day class we will get acquainted and make friends with the Japaneses saws. A brief overview of saws will be followed by demonstration of cross and rip cutting. Optimum body positioning and angles of cut will be discussed....

You sharpened and set up a Kanna (Japanese plane)! You made a pile of beautiful shavings! You resharpened a few times, made more shavings and now your plane needs some adjustment. Or, you want to expand your skills. This half day class focuses on the use and tweaking of the Kanna. You will learn how to create a flat surface, how to square an edge,...

This class will provide experience with great tools and new skills regardless how much a student chooses to adopt the Japanese tools. This class is an introduction to Japanese woodworking tools. A high quality block plane with a laminated blade and a chisel with a laminated blade are great additions to any woodworkers set of tools. While many “convert”...

Interior design projects may involve totally new construction or the renovation, modernization, or refurbishment of an existing facility, space, or room. This course is intended for people who are considering a career in interior design. It provides a broad introduction to the profession and an overview of the education and requisite skills. The emphasis...

Have you ever wondered what it is like to light a torch, set a flame, run a bead? In this session you will learn to braze a "Tea Light Candle Table" to take with you. We will discuss the many advantages of gas welding when setting up a shop, creating furniture, art, fabrication. etc. What makes this Course unique is that it is taught by an artist...

This course offers students a way to make a beautiful, functional product while learning valuable skills along the way. It is great for beginners who are interested in designing and fabricating products, or who just want to DIY their own nice lamp. Students can select among a variety of templates, or rapidly create their own design within given constraints....

Interested in woodworking as a hobby but can't commit to our Introduction to Furniture Making workshop? Then we definitely recommend our Milling Lumber: Cutting Board workshop! With the exception of wood joinery, many of the same concepts and skills are learned in the Cutting Board workshop as in Introduction to Furniture Making, including...

A Three-Day Intensive that takes students through each step of this beautiful ancient method for picture frames, furniture, and architectural detail. Are materials provided and included in cost of the class? Yes. All materials, gold leaf, and use of tools included.

The use of hand tools is often the favorite part of a woodworkers project; hand tools are quiet and demand a level of concentration that makes one forget about everything else. Immerse yourself in this one-day hand tools intensive taught by master craftsman Glen Guarino of Guarino Furniture Designs. Students will start out with a block of wood from...

This versatile piece of furniture will work with any home decor style. We don't believe in pre-cuts, which means you can customize the size of the bench/table up to a max size of 3 ft long, 20 in high, and 14 in deep to fit perfectly in that empty space in your home. Make it an entry way bench, a small side table, or the perfect height coffee table,...