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Introduction to Seqmented Woodturning by Paul Cobb

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Saturday Sept 11th 9am-2:30pm (session times 9-12 & 1-2:30)

CUW is privileged to host Paul Cobb at our DreamShop Classroom facility as he expertly lectures on the art of segmented bowl turning. In Session 1, Paul will cover basics of design, material selection, cutting fixtures, assembly techniques and turning processes. Session 2 covers the remaining topics of fixture set up and turning techniques. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to increase your wood turning skills through Paul’s tested techniques and expert guidance.

Course fee is $30.00, payment will be due when you register for the class. Stop in the store or call us at 355-1244 to register.

Thursday, September 16th
Wayne Sutter, president of Woodline USA, will make a short visit to CU Woodshop Supply and teach two FREE classes.

• 4:00-5:00PM – How to cut perfect fitting dados every time with only a router and a DadoMax jig.  FREE
• 6:30-9:30PM – Making a wooden-gear clock.  If you have been to any of the Woodworking Shows, you have probably seen these all-wooden clocks on display.  They are works of art, but they can be made with simple woodworking tools.  During this FREE class, Wayne will cover all aspects of building a wooden-gear clock. He will demonstrate cutting the gears and will completely disassemble and assemble a working wooden gear clock, including the adjustments.  Space is limited so call or email to reserve a spot.

Introduction to Toy Making by Tom Cornell – FREE Sept 25th

If you have children or grandchildren (or have friends that do), join us for a FREE class on Introduction to Toy Making by long-time  local toy maker Tom Cornell,

9:30 to 11:30 on Saturday, Sept. 25.   

See some of Tom’s amazing projects and learn how you can make wooden toys that will, at the very least please a child, and more likely become family heirlooms.  Although the class is FREE, attendance is limited so call (217) 355-1244 or email woodworking@CUwoodshop.com to sign up.

Introduction to Woodturning by Jerry Rhoads
Fall Session Offered through Parkland College – Skilled craftsmen have been using the lathe for woodturning for centuries. Join Jerry Rhoads at the CU Woodshop DreamShop to learn how you can turn a piece of wood into a beautiful work of art.

Recommended text: Woodturning, a Foundation-Course, by Keith Rowley.
Thu Sep 2-Oct 7 6:30-8:30pm
WCE 316-002 Deadline Aug 26
Fee: $120 Location: CU Woodshop Supply

*(Parkland College Registration Required in advance of course registration.)

PEN TURNING  classes will be continue to be  offered in September in the DreamShop at CU Woodshop Supply. Maximum of 4 students per class, each student will have their own lathe. Cost is $35.00/student, prepayment reserves your space, walk-ins accepted if space is available. Stop in the store or call us at 355-1244 to register.

September classes will be Thursdays afternoons from 1:30pm -04:00pm.

Introduction to Seqmented Woodturning by Paul Cobb

Saturday Sept 11th 9am-2:30pm (session times 9-12 & 1-2:30)

CUW is privileged to host Paul Cobb at our DreamShop Classroom facility as he expertly lectures on the art of segmented bowl turning. In Session 1, Paul will cover basics of design, material selection, cutting fixtures, assembly techniques and turning processes. Session 2 covers the remaining topics of fixture set up and turning techniques. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to increase your wood turning skills through Paul’s tested techniques and expert guidance.

Course fee is $30.00, payment will be due when you register for the class. Class size is limited to 24 so please register early. Stop in the store or call us at 355-1244 to register.

Introduction to Toy Making by Tom Cornell – FREE Sept 25th

If you have children or grandchildren (or have friends that do), join us for a FREE class on Introduction to Toy Making by long-time  local toy maker Tom Cornell,

9:30 to 11:30 on Saturday, Sept. 25. 

See some of Tom’s amazing projects and learn how you can make wooden toys that will, at the very least please a child, and more likely become family heirlooms.  Although the class is FREE, attendance is limited so call (217) 355-1244 or email woodworking@CUwoodshop.com to sign up.

Do you have a special talent in woodworking that you’d love to share with others?? We can help!  Applications are now being accepted for all specialities: router, jigs, sharpening, scroll saws, beginning wood working, cabinet making and everying in between.   Stop by and fill out an application.

As of 4/22/10 the EPA requires any contractors who might disturb lead paint in facilities built before 1978 to be trained and accredited in proper lead safety techniques. We carry Fein Hepa Turbo Dust extractors which are lead safe compliant.