Woodworking & Furniturecraft
Kids Only - Slöjd in the Wood Shop
Course Overview
This course is meant as an introduction for young people to the various tools and simple skills involved in working with wood. We will start with an introduction to common tools, stressing safety for both the child and the tools. We'll practice some common skills like sawing, drilling, and carving. Then we will move on to an introductory project that allows for a large amount of creative design choices, and the students will paint and decorate as they see fit. Following the Slöjd education model, the instructor will not touch the student’s work unless specifically requested, allowing them to complete the project wholly by themselves. We hope that this course will serve as either an empowering start or an invigorating catalyst to a lifelong relationship with hand tools and craftwork. The instructor, father of three budding craftspeople, notes, "I stress safety and fun in the woodshop, and deemphasize perfection, hoping that young people will want to come back again and again."
The course is typically co-taught with a young teaching assistant who has significant woodworking experience, the combination of perspectives allows for a very comfortable learning environment
This class is for kids only, ages 10+.
Dates
This course has been cancelled to mitigate the risk of spreading COVID-19. We offer our deepest apologies. We truly believe in the power of craft to build community, and we know that community is needed more than ever in times like these. However, the need to stay healthy and protect our friends and neighbors is the most critical priority.
If you were registered for this class, you should have received an email regarding your refund options. If not, please call us at 218-387-9762 or email us at info@northhouse.org.
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We truly hope to see you in another class at North House soon!
Course Details
Required
You will need the following tools for this class:
- Sturdy, close-toed shoes
- Water bottle
- Lunch & snacks each day
Optional Tools
Feel free to bring your favorite tools and whatever materials you might feel appropriate for this course.
More Information
Once registered, students will receive a confirmation email with further class information. Please call us if you haven't received it within 24 hours.