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Guild Seminars
This year the Guild presents an all-star schedule of seminars to help you get
started or to expand your woodworking knowledge and skills and to sharpen some
old ones. Enroll now as space is limited.
Fees:*
In advance: $40 for members, $55 for non-members.
At the door: $50 for members, $65 for non-members.
* Unless otherwise specified.
Registration:
Early registration is recommended as most classes have a maximum number of
spaces available. You are registered when the Guild has your payment and
contact information. You can complete an application
(Click Here for Flyer / Application) and mail it to the address shown,
or drop it off at the guild meetings.
Seminar Coordinator
Dennis Dolph
503-238-6319
cOv0@rjzZ.net
Note: If a class does not have the minimum number of registered people two
weeks before the posted date, the class may be cancelled. Please register
early.
Seminars run 9:00 am to 4:00 pm unless otherwise specified.
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| 3/13/2010 |
Steam Bending with Gordon Keller
Portland
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Gordon will talk about the theory of steam bending, what types of woods are suitable for bending and what types are not. We will discuss the different applications for bent wood and Gordon will show us examples of his work using bent wood components. We will review what equipment is needed; where find them, and how to make them. We will discuss how to shape the wet steamed wood, using a mold and/or strapping. After lunch, we will bend different species of woods. Everybody will have a chance to try this technique.
Gordon is a professional woodworker who uses bent-wood components in Windsor Chairs and other furniture projects He has a master certificate from the Marc Adams School of Woodworking.
Note: The steaming will be done outside. If we have serious rainfall, we will try for the following Saturday, March 20th.
10am to 3pm. $25 for members including lunch.
Driving Directions: To register for a class, , call Dennis Dolph at (503) 238-6319 or at damd@xprt.net NOTE: Classes must be paid in full 10 days in advance of the class date or your reservation will be released to the waiting list.
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| 4/10/2010 |
Tool Making with Dave Jeske
Franklin High School
Portland
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This workshop will explain the basic concepts of metallurgy and tool making for the Woodworkers. You will learn the difference between different steels and which steels work best for shop-made tools. You will also learn how the heat treating process works and how to make a simple forge using a propane torch. With this knowledge you will be able to make small cutting tools, such as specialized chisels and scrapers for any project, and re-harden tools that have lost their temper. There will be a discussion of files and other tools required to make tools.
Each participant will make a small detail chisel using basic shop tools, heat treat it and make a handle for it. Materials for the blade and handle will be provided. A drawing will be available ahead of time if you wish to turn a handle yourself prior to class. Note: the handles made in class will not be turned on a lathe.
Dave is the owner of Bruce Spruce Tools, manufacturer of high end marking and cutting tools. 9am to 4pm. $50 for members, includes materials and lunch
Driving Directions: To register, call Dennis Dolph at (503) 238-6319 or at damd@xprt.net NOTE: Classes must be paid in full 10 days in advance of the class date or your reservation will be released to the waiting list.
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| 5/8/2010 |
Finishing with Joe Cornett
Franklin High School
Portland
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This class will attempt to dispel the mysteries of wood finishing from penetrating oil to topcoat build up finishes. Find out the choices in finish you have for your next project and what is the best method for applying it.
We will discuss sealers, fillers, water base vs. oil finishes, staining, dying and glazing wood. We will talk about the difference between oil, varnish, shellac and wax – the advantages and disadvantages , when to use each one.
This seminar will have something for every woodworker regardless of your skill level.
9am to pm. $40 for members, includes lunch.
Driving Directions: To register, call Dennis Dolph at (503) 238-6319 or at damd@xprt.net. NOTE: Classes must be paid in full 10 days in advance of the class date or your reservation will be released to the waiting list.
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