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Discover the art of woodworking and unleash your creativity with a variety of hands-on woodworking classes in NYC. Learn the skills and techniques to create beautiful, functional pieces while gaining the satisfaction of working with your hands.

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Make a Wooden Block Plane

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Enhance your woodworking skills and create a custom hand plane under the guidance of shipwright Wayne Ford at the HRMM Wooden Boat School. Learn to shape the wooden body to your preference and leave with a working hand plane to use in your future projects. Join us in Kingston's historic Rondout district for a hands-on experience in preserving maritime craft traditions.

(20) All levels 13 and older

Introduction to Lofting

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Discover the ancient art of boat construction in this immersive class. Learn the principles of lofting as you participate in the full-scale layout of a traditional boat. Gain hands-on experience that will enable you to create your own vessel with confidence.

(20) Beginner 13 and older

Introduction to Furniture Making

The DIY Joint @ 600 Palisade Ave, Union City, NJ

Embark on a journey into fine woodworking with Introduction to Furniture Making. Gain essential skills over 16 intensive hours, crafting a solid foundation for your woodworking endeavors. From wood properties to precision joinery, learn the techniques needed to create beautiful, lasting pieces of furniture.

(66) Beginner 18 and older
$695

3 sessions

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Project Managing Your Kitchen Renovation

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Learn how to successfully manage your kitchen renovation from industry expert Allen Brink. Whether you're DIY-ing or working with a contractor, this one-evening talk covers everything from project timeline to budgeting and quotes. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights for your kitchen remodel.

(20) Beginner 13 and older

Introduction to the Lathe

Hudson River Maritime Museum @ 50 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY

Discover the secrets of the lathe, the "mother of machine tools," in this evening class taught by an expert woodworker. Learn all about its range of uses and get practical tips for using it safely and effectively. Unleash your creativity and create objects with beautiful radial symmetry.

(20) All levels 13 and older
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Wood Carving

New York School of the Arts @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY

Explore the rich history and contemporary applications of wood carving in this hands-on course at the renowned New York School of the Arts. Discover the techniques, tools, and materials needed to create stunning wooden sculptures, and leave with a completed project showcasing your newfound skills. Embark on a creative journey with wood as your canvas and unlock the artistry within you.

(76) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$450

8 sessions

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Spoon Carving

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

The most obvious trait of wood as a material is its linear structure. It’s when we begin manipulating this structure that the real fun begins! In this workshop, students will create curves, volumes, and 3-dimensional forms out of wood to make a one of a kind spoon. The first portion of this class will revolve around design and development of a spoon. We will discuss how to plan, mark, and prep material for shaping, and explore various shaping...

(525) All levels 18 and older
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$175
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Woodworking Level 2

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

If you are curious about woodworking, then learning how to build a picture frame serves as an excellent lesson in basic woodworking principles. The class is based on the concept of guidance, and students will be coached through the step-by-step process of building a custom picture frame. During this class, you’ll learn the qualities of wood, the necessary measurements, the proper assembly, and how to finish the project. By the end of the course,...

(525) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$130
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Date Night: Pinewood Derby - Car Racing for Everyone

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

Unleash your inner race car driver as you transform a simple block of wood into a one-of-a-kind speed machine. Join us for an exhilarating evening of pinewood derby car racing and friendly competition at Craftsman Ave. Don't miss out on the chance to experience the thrill of the race and create memories that will last a lifetime.

(525) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$295
for 2 students
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Shaping Wood

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

The most obvious trait of wood as a material is its linear structure. When we begin to manipulate this structure that’s when the real fun begins!  In this class Manipulating Materials // Shaping Wood, students will have the opportunity to create curves, volumes, and 3-dimensional forms out of wood while creating a one of a kind spoon or creative object. What you will learn The first portion of this class will revolve around design and development...

(525) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$120
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Buddy Up: Pinewood Derby - Car Racing for Everyone

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

Experience the thrill of pinewood derby racing and the chance to design the car of your dreams at Craftsman Ave. Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll transform a block of wood into a racecar and compete against other guests on our vintage track. Get ready for a fun-filled afternoon of speed, creativity, and friendly competition.

(525) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$245
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Pinewood Derby - Car Racing for Everyone

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

Experience the thrill of the Pinewood Derby race and design your own custom race car at Craftsman Ave. Unleash your creativity and compete against other participants on our vintage Pinewood Derby track. No previous experience is required.

(525) Beginner 18 and older
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$160
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Screen Printing

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

Screen Printing is a simple and effective method of producing an unlimited number of virtually identical prints onto practically any surface. In this workshop, you will learn the steps involved in screen printing, from design conception to finished product. You’ll receive a materials list and instructions for screen printing, enabling you to continue making prints on your own. How Screen Printing Works Screen prints can easily be made on paper,...

(525) Beginner 18 and older
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$135
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Art and Biography

The Jewish Museum @ 1109 5th Ave, New York, NY

Consider how works of art can contribute to the understanding of an individual’s life story, and how a biographical treatment can assume many different creative forms. Experience works of art in the highly anticipated exhibition, Leonard Cohen: A Crack in Everything along with works of art in the Jewish Museum’s collection, and participate in a hands-on workshop that integrates art making and writing.

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Woodworking: Build a Custom Table

Manifesto @ 461 3rd Ave, Brooklyn, NY

*COVID-19 UPDATE: Hello from Manifesto! All of our in-person workshops + studio sessions are on pause for the time-being; you can 100% still book a workshop and work with us to reschedule your date. For Wedding Invites, Knife-Making + Business Cards - these blocks are for initial design sessions, which we can host virtually. You may request a consultation with us to discuss production of your items. Take care & be safe!  If you're interested...

(5) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$220
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Making Museums Accessible to All

The Jewish Museum @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Learn about ways that the Jewish Museum welcomes students with learning differences through partnerships with special education schools and programs designed for students with a range of disabilities. Included is a visit to the Museum’s galleries and hands-on art activities in the art studio, where Jewish Museum educators will model techniques for engaging special education students. Price includes light refreshments

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Spoon Carving Green Wood: The Axe, Knife, and Hook

Creative Metal Fabrication @ 505 Johnson Ave, Brooklyn, NY

After this introductory spoon carving class, the world of working wood safely – without toxic materials or loud messy machines – will be open to you. In this class, we’ll learn the techniques for carving spoons from green wood, using a hatchet, a straight knife and a hook tool. This work is some of the most exciting green woodworking happening today. Limited to two students per class, each student will have their own chopping block (wood...

(4) All levels 18 and older
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Foundations of Fine Woodworking

Craftsman Ave @ 117B 11th St, Brooklyn, NY

Fine woodworking is the ancient craft of shaping wood by hand. With a few simple tools, you can make anything out of wood.   This course gives students the core skills, knowledge, and tools necessary to continue practicing and learning woodworking on their own (or in more advanced classes). No prior experience is necessary, and all tools and material are included.  By taking this class, you get:  3 workshops — Students will build...

(525) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$495

3 sessions

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Guide to Upholstered Furniture

New York School of Interior Design @ 170 E 70th St, New York, NY

Discover the art and science behind upholstered furniture with this comprehensive course from the New York School of Interior Design. From dissecting famous designs to learning about construction and materials, this program is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of this essential element of interior decorating.

(176) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$185

3 sessions

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Wood Carving

Educational Alliance Art School @ 197 East Broadway, New York, NY

This class provides an introduction to basic wood carving to student who wants to include the craft in their art projects. With a creative mix of lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on experience, students will learn the various tools and woods available and their purpose. To understand how to visualize the finished work and thinking in 3-dimensions, students create a mock-up in styrofoam then transfer those ideas into...

(29) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$275

6 sessions

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