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Lauren Newby

Grand Marais, MN USA
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Lauren Newby is a woodworker, artist, and teacher based in the Upper Great Lakes. With a background that meanders through sculpture, timber framing, window making, and chairmaking, she is drawn to the joy of building complex forms with simple tools. Designing through the lens of green woodworking, Lauren creates expressive furniture that honors tradition while exploring the boundaries of form and material. Inspired by the sense of abundance, skills, stories and connection to the land in the North House community, she is enjoying her time as a participant in the Artisan Development Program. 

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Current Courses Offered by Lauren Newby

Chairmaking: An Introduction

Dive into the wonderful world of chairmaking by shaping pieces of wood from log to finished stool.…

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Fri, Oct 2nd, 2026  –  Sun, Oct 4th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Lauren Newby

Table Design Fundamentals: A Hands-On Approach

Table design is often where furniture makers begin. Two ingredients—legs and aprons—are…

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Fri, Jun 5th, 2026  –  Sun, Jun 7th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
Instructor: Lauren Newby

Young Woodworkers Camp Ages 5-6

Kids ages 5-6 are invited to bring their imagination to an action packed wood working week. We will…
Mon, Aug 3rd, 2026  –  Fri, Aug 7th, 2026
9am-noon each day
Instructors: Lauren Newby, Cooper Ternes

Young Woodworkers Camp Ages 7-9

Kids ages 7-9 are invited to bring their imagination to an action packed wood working week. We will…

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Mon, Aug 3rd, 2026  –  Fri, Aug 7th, 2026
1pm-4pm each day
Instructors: Lauren Newby, Cooper Ternes

Past Courses Offered by Lauren Newby

Carve a Bench: Introduction to Greenwood Chair Building

Carve a Bench! Introduction to Greenwood Chair Building with Hand Tools

Single Slat Post and Rung Chair

Timbered Workbench: Early American Style

Wood Glows: Make Your Own Flashlight for Families

Woodworking Camp

Young Makers Camp

Young Woodworkers Camp

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