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Scandinavian Ale Bowl
$389
Woodturning
Brasstown
Weekend
Ages
18+
Aug
12
Fri
-
Aug
14
Sun
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Program Area: Woodturning
Instructor: Phillip Fuentes
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: Please note these IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR YOUR SAFETY: - Wear closed-toe shoes only. - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home; no jewelry on hands/arms while turning. - Safety glasses &/or face shields are to be worn while turning. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. - Dust masks are available in the studio -- or if you prefer, bring your own dust shield. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. TOOLS: - If you have small carving gouges and/or a sloyd knife (such as Morakniv/Frosts model 120 or 106, Del Stubbs sloyd, or similar knife), you may wish to bring these. The instructor will have an assortment of carving tools to loan. - Each turning station has a PowerMatic 3520B lathe (3520C by class time), large/small chucks, and all necessary lathe equipment. Tool rolls are available and contain 9 tools: roughing gouge, 3/8" & 1/2" spindle/bowl gouges, scraper, parting tool, skew, and bedan. If you prefer, you may bring your own. Label all personal tools with your name or initials.
School Materials: MATERIALS - Glue - Sandpaper Instructor will bring finish.
Instructor Materials: - Green & dry wood - An assortment of carving tools for students to use - Food-safe finish
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio - lathes, student tool sets, and other equipment
Skill Level: All Levels
Materials Fees: $60-$75
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

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Turning Lidded Boxes
$693
Woodturning
Brasstown
Week (Sunday-Saturday)
Ages
18+
Aug
14
Sun
-
Aug
20
Sat
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Program Area: Woodturning
Instructor: Phillip Fuentes
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: Please note/bring these IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR YOUR SAFETY: - Wear closed-toe shoes only. - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home; no jewelry on hands/arms while turning. - Safety glasses &/or face shields are to be worn while turning. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. - Dust masks are available in the studio -- or if you prefer, bring your own dust shield. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. TOOLS: * Each turning station has a PowerMatic 3520C lathe, large/small chucks, and all necessary lathe equipment. Tool rolls are available and contain 9 tools: roughing gouge, 3/8" & 1/2" spindle/bowl gouges, scraper, parting tool, skew, and bedan. If you prefer, you may bring your own. (Label all personal tools with your name or initials.)
Instructor Materials: - Wood blanks - Specialty tools - Finish
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio - Dremel - Foredom - Woodburner - Some extra tools as needed per project
Skill Level: All Levels
Materials Fees: $45
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

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Turning Scottish Style
$693
Woodturning
Brasstown
Week (Sunday-Saturday)
Ages
18+
Aug
21
Sun
-
Aug
27
Sat
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Program Area: Woodturning
Instructor: Jeff Hornung
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: PLEASE NOTE THESE IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR YOUR SAFETY: - Wear closed-toe shoes only. - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home; no jewelry on hands/arms while turning. - Face shields are to be worn while turning. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. You may also wear safety glasses but face shields are required when the lathe is running. - Dust masks are available in the studio -- or if you prefer, bring your own dust shield. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. TOOLS: * Each turning station has a PowerMatic 3520C lathe, large/small chucks, and all necessary lathe equipment. Tool rolls are available and contain 9 tools: roughing gouge, 3/8" & 1/2" spindle/bowl gouges, scraper, parting tool, skew, and bedan. If you prefer, you may bring your own. (Label all personal tools with your name or initials.)
School Materials: MATERIALS - At least 2 bowl blanks per student in maple or similiar (fresh is fine) at least 8" in diameter. - At least 1 spindle blank per student. 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" x 12" (dry)
Instructor Materials: - goblet & sphere blanks - paints, dyes/waxes, etc
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio - lathes - chucks - turning tools - sanding equipment - texturing tools - dremmels and burrs
Skill Level: All Levels
Materials Fees: $40-$50
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

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Magic of Eccentric Artistry
$620
Woodturning
Brasstown
Week (Sunday-Friday)
Ages
18+
Aug
28
Sun
-
Sep
2
Fri
AM
09:00
-
PM
01:00
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Sessions: 6
Session Hours: 24.00
Program Area: Woodturning
Instructor: Rita Duxbury & Jim Duxbury
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: Please note these IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR YOUR SAFETY: - Wear closed-toe shoes only. - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home; no jewelry on hands/arms while turning. - Safety glasses &/or face shields are to be worn while turning. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. - Dust masks are available in the studio -- or if you prefer, bring your own dust shield. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. TOOLS: * Each turning station has a PowerMatic 3520C lathe, large/small chucks, and all necessary lathe equipment. Tool rolls are available and contain 9 tools: roughing gouge, 3/8" & 1/2" spindle/bowl gouges, scraper, parting tool, skew, and bedan. If you prefer, you may bring your own. (Label all personal tools with your name or initials.)
School Materials: Glue, sandpaper, & finish are provided.
Instructor Materials: Instructor will provide all wood and other materials required for the projects. Faceplates, depth gauges, screws, burning wires.
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio Lathes, student tool sets, and standard shop equipment
Skill Level: Intermediate, Advanced
Materials Fees: $105
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

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Shark Tooth Bowls
$389
Woodturning
Brasstown
Weekend
Ages
18+
Sep
2
Fri
-
Sep
4
Sun
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Program Area: Woodturning
Instructor: Jim Duxbury & Rita Duxbury
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: Please note these IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR YOUR SAFETY: - Wear closed-toe shoes only. - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home; no jewelry on hands/arms while turning. - Safety glasses &/or face shields are to be worn while turning. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. - Dust masks are available in the studio -- or if you prefer, bring your own dust shield. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. TOOLS: * Each turning station has a PowerMatic 3520C lathe, large/small chucks, and all necessary lathe equipment. Tool rolls are available and contain 9 tools: roughing gouge, 3/8" & 1/2" spindle/bowl gouges, scraper, parting tool, skew, and bedan. If you prefer, you may bring your own. (Label all personal tools with your name or initials.)
School Materials: Glue, sandpaper, & finish are provided.
Instructor Materials: Instructors will provide all materials
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio - Lathes, student tool sets, and standard shop equipment (see inventory)
Skill Level: Intermediate
Materials Fees: $30
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

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Basic Turning and More
$693
Woodturning
Brasstown
Week (Sunday-Saturday)
Ages
18+
Sep
4
Sun
-
Sep
10
Sat
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Program Area: Woodturning
Instructor: Holland Van Gores
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: Please bring the following: Please note these IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR YOUR SAFETY: - Wear closed-toe shoes only. - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home; no jewelry on hands/arms while turning. - Safety glasses &/or face shields are to be worn while turning. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. - Dust masks are available in the studio -- or if you prefer, bring your own dust shield. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. TOOLS: * Each turning station has a PowerMatic 3520C lathe, large/small chucks, and all necessary lathe equipment. Tool rolls are available and contain 9 tools: roughing gouge, 3/8" & 1/2" spindle/bowl gouges, scraper, parting tool, skew, and bedan. If you prefer, you may bring your own. (Label all personal tools with your name or initials.)
School Materials: - 2-3" foam backing pads for power sanding - Corresponding grit paper - 220 grit paper wet and dry type
Instructor Materials: Various types of wood for basic woodturning. The instructor will also bring the supplies needed to learn the basics of applying Milk paint to your work.
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio - Lathes, student tool sets, and standard shop equipment (see inventory)
Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate
Materials Fees: $40
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

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Let's Turn Some Great Gifts!
$693
Woodturning
Brasstown
Week (Sunday-Saturday)
Ages
18+
Sep
11
Sun
-
Sep
17
Sat
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Program Area: Woodturning
Instructor: Steve Cook
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: Please note these IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR YOUR SAFETY: - Wear closed-toe shoes only. - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home; no jewelry on hands/arms while turning. - Safety glasses &/or face shields are to be worn while turning. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. - Dust masks are available in the studio -- or if you prefer, bring your own dust shield. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. TOOLS: Each turning station has a PowerMatic 3520C lathe, large/small chucks, and all necessary lathe equipment. Tool rolls are available and contain 9 tools: roughing gouge, 3/8" & 1/2" spindle/bowl gouges, scraper, parting tool, skew, and bedan. If you prefer, you may bring your own. (Label all personal tools with your name or initials.)
School Materials: MATERIALS Glue, sandpaper, finish, safety glasses (both regular and larger kind designed to go over regular glasses)
Instructor Materials: Wood for students and hardware kits for projects
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio Lathes, student tool sets, and standard shop equipment
Skill Level: All Levels
Materials Fees: $100
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

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Ties, Bark, and Cracks
$693
Woodturning
Brasstown
Week (Sunday-Saturday)
Ages
18+
Sep
18
Sun
-
Sep
24
Sat
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Program Area: Woodturning
Instructor: Diana Friend
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: Please note these IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR YOUR SAFETY: - Wear closed-toe shoes only. - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home; no jewelry on hands/arms while turning. - Safety glasses &/or face shields are to be worn while turning. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. - Dust masks are available in the studio -- or if you prefer, bring your own dust shield. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. TOOLS: * Each turning station has a PowerMatic 3520C lathe, large/small chucks, and all necessary lathe equipment. Tool rolls are available and contain 9 tools: roughing gouge, 3/8" & 1/2" spindle/bowl gouges, scraper, parting tool, skew, and bedan. If you prefer, you may bring your own. (Label all personal tools with your name or initials.) Additional Items to bring: - Possible dried and cracked bowl blanks to mend with Ties - Milk jug tops for epoxy mixing - Any 1” and 2” Sanding disks and foam holder for drills - Razor or mat knife
School Materials: Logs: (Green wood and some "not too" if you have it) - Maple Branches or something w/ a distinct Sap and Heart wood; 4-5" cut to 5' lengths - Hardwood Bowl blanks with Bark, 10-12" -will advise - Hardwood ties and material Glue, sandpaper, & finish
Instructor Materials: - Epoxy Coloring - Some materials for ties and a number of ties themselves - Good Tooth Picks for mixing - Some Sand Papers - Possibly some YEW blanks
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio - Lathes, student tool sets, and standard shop equipment (see inventory) - Clear No-Wax Shellac - Waterlox? - White Chalk and pencils
Skill Level: Intermediate, Advanced
Materials Fees: $90-$100
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

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Turning Wooden Pottery
$620
Woodturning
Brasstown
Week (Sunday-Friday)
Ages
18+
Sep
25
Sun
-
Sep
30
Fri
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Program Area: Woodturning
Instructor: Matt Monaco
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: Please note these IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR YOUR SAFETY: - Wear closed-toe shoes only. - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home; no jewelry on hands/arms while turning. - Safety glasses &/or face shields are to be worn while turning. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. - Dust masks are available in the studio -- or if you prefer, bring your own dust shield. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. TOOLS: * Each turning station has a PowerMatic 3520C lathe, large/small chucks, and all necessary lathe equipment. Tool rolls are available and contain 9 tools: roughing gouge, 3/8" & 1/2" spindle/bowl gouges, scraper, parting tool, skew, and bedan. If you prefer, you may bring your own. (Label all personal tools with your name or initials.)
School Materials: (Contact Gabe Strand, Wood Studio Coordinator, to determine materials needed from the Folk School and edit list below. gabe@folkschool.org) Re: Green wood -- Logs will be 10" to 12" in diameter by 6 ft. long. We do not carry anything larger. Diameters
Instructor Materials: Kiln Dried & Green Materials
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio - Lathes, student tool sets, and standard shop equipment (see inventory)
Skill Level: All Levels
Materials Fees: $40
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

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Tree to Lathe: Decorative Platters with Mixed Media Finishes
$620
Woodturning
Brasstown
Week (Monday-Saturday)
Ages
18+
Oct
3
Mon
-
Oct
8
Sat
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Program Area: Woodturning
Instructor: Dennis Fuge
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: Please note these IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR YOUR SAFETY: - Wear closed-toe shoes only. - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home; no jewelry on hands/arms while turning. - Safety glasses &/or face shields are to be worn while turning. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. - Dust masks are available in the studio -- or if you prefer, bring your own dust shield. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. TOOLS: * Each turning station has a PowerMatic 3520B lathe (3520C by class time), large/small chucks, and all necessary lathe equipment. Tool rolls are available and contain 9 tools: roughing gouge, 3/8" & 1/2" spindle/bowl gouges, scraper, parting tool, skew, and bedan. If you prefer, you may bring your own. (Label all personal tools with your name or initials.) ESTIMATED FOLK SCHOOL FEE: $50 for wood INSTRUCTOR'S ESTIMATED MATERIALS FEE: $35 for specialty wood, metals, paint, & more
School Materials: - Dry wood, 2 x 12 inch poplar - Green wood,10-12" diameter by 6 ft -- 2 logs, one each of maple & cherry - Glue - Sandpaper - Finish
Instructor Materials: - Cherry wood - Wet crotch wood - Metals like pewter, copper, & brass - Eggshell - Chalkboard paint - Various premade buttons -Stones, - Leather - Paints
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio - Lathes, student tools sets, and other standard shop equipment - Woodburners - Pro-Mount for carving? - Wagner texturing tool? - Dremel?
Skill Level: Intermediate
Materials Fees: $85
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

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Bowls with Lids
$693
Woodturning
Brasstown
Week (Sunday-Saturday)
Ages
18+
Oct
9
Sun
-
Oct
15
Sat
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Program Area: Woodturning
Instructor: John Keeton & Robert Henrickson
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: Please note these IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR YOUR SAFETY: - Wear closed-toe shoes only. - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home; no jewelry on hands/arms while turning. - Safety glasses &/or face shields are to be worn while turning. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. - Dust masks are available in the studio -- or if you prefer, bring your own dust shield. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. TOOLS: Each turning station has a PowerMatic 3520C, large/small chucks, and all necessary lathe equipment. Tool rolls are available and contain 9 tools: roughing gouge, 3/8" & 1/2" spindle/bowl gouges, scraper, parting tool, skew, and bedan. If you prefer, you may bring your own. (Label all personal tools with your name or initials.)
School Materials: Glue, sandpaper, finish, etc.
Instructor Materials: All wood needed and various embellishment materials
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio Lathes, student tool sets, and usual shop equipment
Skill Level: Intermediate, Advanced
Materials Fees: $50-$75
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

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Turn, Texture, Color
$620
Woodturning
Brasstown
Week (Sunday-Friday)
Ages
18+
Oct
16
Sun
-
Oct
21
Fri
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Program Area: Woodturning, Woodcarving, Unique Offerings
Instructor: Melissa Engler & Graeme Priddle
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: Please note these IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR YOUR SAFETY: - Wear closed-toe shoes only. - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home; no jewelry on hands/arms while turning. - Safety glasses &/or face shields are to be worn while turning. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. - Dust masks are available in the studio -- or if you prefer, bring your own dust shield. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. TOOLS: * Each turning station has a PowerMatic 3520C lathe, large/small chucks, and all necessary lathe equipment. Tool rolls are available and contain 9 tools: roughing gouge, 3/8" & 1/2" spindle/bowl gouges, scraper, parting tool, skew, and bedan. If you prefer, you may bring your own. (Label all personal tools with your name or initials.) ESTIMATED ADDITIONAL MATERIALS FEE: $65 - $75 for wood (may vary based on amount used) ESTIMATED INSTRUCTOR MATERIALS FEE: $25
School Materials: Green wood -- 2 x 12" diameter by 6 ft. long - maple or cherry Dry wood -- we can work with the 2x12" poplar and the 3x3x30" maple/cherry that is available. Glue, sandpaper, & finish are provided.
Instructor Materials: FOR CLASS USE: - 2 high power woodburners & tips - 2 Colwood woodburners & tips - 2 Micro-pro rotary carvers and burs Selection of milk paint, acrylic paint, paste waxes and other coloring tools
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio - Lathes, student tool sets, and standard shop equipment (see inventory) - Mastercarver Micro-Pro (ideal) or Foredom tools with 1/8" & 3/32" collets (1 per 2 students) - Colwood Detailer (1 per 2 students)
Skill Level: All Levels
Materials Fees: $90-100
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

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Embellishment - Carving, Pyrography, Painting
$389
Woodturning
Brasstown
Weekend
Ages
18+
Oct
21
Fri
-
Oct
23
Sun
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Program Area: Woodturning, Woodcarving, Unique Offerings
Instructor: Graeme Priddle & Melissa Engler
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: Pre-made objects made of maple/cherry/poplar or other tight grained woods. Test boards will be provided. ***We are not turning in this class*** but this is general good practice for being in a woodturning studio. Please note these IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR YOUR SAFETY: - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home. - Safety glasses. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. - Dust masks are available in the studio -- or if you prefer, bring your own dust shield. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. ESTIMATED ADDITIONAL MATERIALS FEE: $25
School Materials: small test boards 4"x 4" x 1/2" thick, maple (preferred), or cherry/ poplar
Instructor Materials: For Class Use - 2 High power woodburners - 2 Colwood Detailers & tips - 2 Mastercarver Micro-Pro rotary carvers and burs - Selection of milk paints acrylics, paste waxes and other coloring tools
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio
Skill Level: All Levels
Materials Fees: $25
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

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Marquetry-style Table
$693
Woodworking
Brasstown
Week (Sunday-Saturday)
Ages
18+
Oct
23
Sun
-
Oct
29
Sat
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Program Area: Woodworking, Woodturning
Instructor: John Rudert
Studio/Location: Woodworking Studio
Student Materials: Please bring the following: - Dust mask, eye protection, and ear protection - Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes (no sandals). Instructor will provide all materials needed for the class at the cost below (may vary based on wood cost at class time).
School Materials: MATERIALS - Sandpaper - Chisels - Rulers - Square - Glue
Instructor Materials: All materials
Equipment Needs: Woodworking Shop - Work benches - Tablesaw - Jointer - Handheld sanders - Bandsaws - Edge Sander - Spindle Sanders - Drill Press - Router Table - Planer - 1x42 Belt Sander - Lathes
Skill Level: Intermediate
Materials Fees: $125
Woodworking Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

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Need Some Relief: Bringing Life to Your Work
$693
Woodturning
Brasstown
Week (Sunday-Saturday)
Ages
Any
Oct
23
Sun
-
Oct
29
Sat
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Sessions: 7
Session Hours: 52.50
Program Area: Woodturning, Woodcarving, Woodworking
Instructor: Dixie Biggs
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: ***BE SURE TO SEE THE END OF THIS LIST FOR PREP WORK REQUIRED PRIOR TO CLASS. Please bring the following: IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR YOUR SAFETY: - Wear closed-toe shoes only. - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home; no jewelry on hands/arms while turning. - Safety glasses &/or face shields are to be worn while turning. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. - Basic dust masks are available in the studio -- or bring your own industrial-quality mask. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. ALSO BRING: - Micro-motor rotary power carver - Suggestions are any one of the Ram units found at www.mdiwoodcarvers.com or the Mastercarver Micro-Pro Champion, found at www.woodcarverssupply.com . No need to get the foot control. Be sure to have a 3/32” collet for your carver. (Contact Dixie if you have any questions.) - Carving Burs - Please bring the following burs plus your favorites. These can be found at MDI Woodcarvers Supply www.mdiwoodcarvers.com 1-800-866-5728 - stump cutter (you will need 2) - # 20-B5 - $8.50 ea. - mini stump cutters - # 21-SET36 - $5.25 - and - # 21-SET39 - $5.25 - 30-piece Diamond Set - # 85-DS30 - $14.95 - Saburr burr - # 37- 3FSMY (fine) - $14.50 - Super Course Ruby - # 15-SC05 - $10.75 - Piercing Bur - # 85-CPB - $9.95 - Wood burner. Bring hand pieces with a spear or narrow spade tip and one with a loop tip. If you have others, you can bring those, as well. - Bring turned pieces or woodwork that are dried and ready to carve. (See Important Message Below for things to consider) - Old toothbrush or paint brush for brushing away carving dust. - If you need magnifiers for detail work, do not forget to bring those. - Paper and pencil - Dust mask - Ear plugs - Task light is very helpful - Cushion to sit on is highly recommended. It makes long hours
School Materials: Sandpaper: 150, 180, 220, 320, 400, and 600 grit (couple of sheets of each)
Instructor Materials: - Wood discs and blocks for initial exercises. - 2 ball burs, 2 mandrils - Sandbags and matts for student use - Assortment of paints for student use - A variety of rotary carving burrs available for purchase, if you forgot to order
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio - Extra Micro-motor carvers and woodburners - Tables (6'-8') -- no more than 2 students per table - Chairs - Sink - Extension cords, 1 per table - Power strips, 1 per table
Skill Level: All Levels
Materials Fees: $30
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

Please call (1-800-365-5724) to register for all 2022 classes.

Imaginative Knobs and Pulls
$693
Woodturning
Brasstown
Week (Sunday-Saturday)
Ages
18+
Oct
30
Sun
-
Nov
5
Sat
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Program Area: Woodturning
Instructor: Janine Wang
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: Please note these IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR YOUR SAFETY: - Wear closed-toe shoes only. - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home; no jewelry on hands/arms while turning. - Safety glasses &/or face shields are to be worn while turning. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. - Dust masks are available in the studio -- or if you prefer, bring your own dust shield. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. TOOLS: * Each turning station has a PowerMatic 3520C lathe, large/small chucks, and all necessary lathe equipment. Tool rolls are available and contain 9 tools: roughing gouge, 3/8" & 1/2" spindle/bowl gouges, scraper, parting tool, skew, and bedan. If you prefer, you may bring your own. (Label all personal tools with your name or initials.) SAMPLES: Please bring at least one object from home in which you take pleasure in holding. ESTIMATED ADDITIONAL MATERIALS FEE: $50 - $75 for wood (may vary based on amount used) ESTIMATED INSTRUCTOR MATERIALS FEE: $15 TOTAL ESTIMATED MATERIALS FEE: $65-$90
School Materials: MATERIALS We will need the dry poplar, maple, & cherry available at the school. I will bring my own wood as well Glue, sandpaper, & finish are provided.
Instructor Materials: Some reading Drawing paper Modeling materials Hardware
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio Lathes, student tool sets, and standard shop equipment
Skill Level: Intermediate
Materials Fees: $65-90
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

Please call (1-800-365-5724) to register for all 2022 classes.

Shaker Kitchen Tools
$693
Woodturning
Brasstown
Week (Sunday-Saturday)
Ages
18+
Nov
6
Sun
-
Nov
12
Sat
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Program Area: Woodturning
Instructor: Lan Brady & Bob Moffett
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: Please note these IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR YOUR SAFETY: - Wear closed-toe shoes only. - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home; no jewelry on hands/arms while turning. - Safety glasses &/or face shields are to be worn while turning. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. - Dust masks are available in the studio -- or if you prefer, bring your own dust shield. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. TOOLS: * Each turning station has a PowerMatic 3520C lathe, large/small chucks, and all necessary lathe equipment. Tool rolls are available and contain 9 tools: roughing gouge, 3/8" & 1/2" spindle/bowl gouges, scraper, parting tool, skew, and bedan. If you prefer, you may bring your own. (Label all personal tools with your name or initials.)
School Materials: Glue, sandpaper, & finish are provided.
Instructor Materials: - All wood will be provided by the instructor
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio - Lathes, student tool sets, and standard shop equipment (see inventory)
Skill Level: All Levels
Materials Fees: $50-75
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

Please call (1-800-365-5724) to register for all 2022 classes.

Build Your Skills
$620
Woodturning
Brasstown
Week (Sunday-Friday)
Ages
18+
Nov
13
Sun
-
Nov
18
Fri
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Program Area: Woodturning
Instructor: Sally Ault
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: Please note these IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR YOUR SAFETY: - Wear closed-toe shoes only. - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home; no jewelry on hands/arms while turning. - Safety glasses &/or face shields are to be worn while turning. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. - Dust masks are available in the studio -- or if you prefer, bring your own dust shield. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. TOOLS: * Each turning station has a PowerMatic 3520C lathe, large/small chucks, and all necessary lathe equipment. Tool rolls are available and contain 9 tools: roughing gouge, 3/8" & 1/2" spindle/bowl gouges, scraper, parting tool, skew, and bedan. If you prefer, you may bring your own. (Label all personal tools with your name or initials.) ESTIMATED ADDITIONAL MATERIALS FEE: $45-$50 for wood (may vary based on amount used) ESTIMATED INSTRUCTOR MATERIALS FEE: $5-$10 TOTAL ESTIMATED MATERIALS FEE: $50-$60
School Materials: (Contact Gabe Strand, Wood Studio Coordinator, to determine materials needed from the Folk School and edit list below. gabe@folkschool.org) Re: Green wood -- Logs will be 10" to 12" in diameter by 6 ft. long. We do not carry anything larger. Diameters of
Instructor Materials: - pen blanks and kits
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio Lathes, student tool sets, and standard shop equipment
Skill Level: Beginning, Intermediate
Materials Fees: $50-60
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

Please call (1-800-365-5724) to register for all 2022 classes.

Spice Up Your Bowl
$389
Woodturning
Brasstown
Weekend
Ages
18+
Nov
18
Fri
-
Nov
20
Sun
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Program Area: Woodturning
Instructor: Glenn Schmidt
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: Please note these IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR YOUR SAFETY: - Wear closed-toe shoes only. - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home; no jewelry on hands/arms while turning. - Safety glasses &/or face shields are to be worn while turning. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. - Dust masks are available in the studio -- or if you prefer, bring your own dust shield. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. TOOLS: * Each turning station has a PowerMatic 3520C lathe, large/small chucks, and all necessary lathe equipment. Tool rolls are available and contain 9 tools: roughing gouge, 3/8" & 1/2" spindle/bowl gouges, scraper, parting tool, skew, and bedan. If you prefer, you may bring your own. (Label all personal tools with your name or initials.)
School Materials: - thin CA glue - 2" sanding discs (80, 120, 180, 240, 320 & 400 grit).
Instructor Materials: Wood, dye, lacquer and oil
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio Lathes, student tool sets, and standard shop equipment
Skill Level: Intermediate
Materials Fees: $25-45
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

Please call (1-800-365-5724) to register for all 2022 classes.

Sticks and Stool: Woodturning Basics and More
$466
Woodturning
Brasstown
Long Weekend
Ages
18+
Nov
30
Wed
-
Dec
3
Sat
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Program Area: Woodturning
Instructor: Kimberly Winkle
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: Please note these IMPORTANT ITEMS FOR YOUR SAFETY: - Wear closed-toe shoes only. - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home; no jewelry on hands/arms while turning. - Safety glasses &/or face shields are to be worn while turning. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. - Dust masks are available in the studio -- or if you prefer, bring your own dust shield. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. TOOLS: Each turning station has a PowerMatic 3520B lathe (3520C by class time), large/small chucks, and all necessary lathe equipment. Tool rolls are available and contain 9 tools: roughing gouge, 3/8" & 1/2" spindle/bowl gouges, scraper, parting tool, skew, and bedan. If you prefer, you may bring your own. (Label all personal tools with your name or initials.) ALSO BRING: - Apron, if you don't want to get messy -turning smock or high neck shirt - Sketchbook or paper for doodling and notetaking - Pencils - Photos of sources of inspiration, such as magazine cut-outs, etc. - Enthusiasm RECOMMENDED READING: - "The Lathe Book," by Ernie Conover (Taunton Press) - "Taunton Complete Illustrated Guide to Turning," by Richard Raffan (The Folk School Craft Shop may carry these. Call 1-800-365-5724, ext. 125 to inquire.)
School Materials: MATERIALS - Poplar (8/4 dried), - just in case we run out or someone messes up - Yellow wood glue - 8 oz plastic cups for mixing paint - Newspaper for drop-cloths - 1 package of 5 minute epoxy - sandpaper
Instructor Materials: - Paint - Brushes - Wood (8/4 poplar pre-glued for individual projects) - Inspiration, and cheer-leading when needed
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio - Forstner bits (7/8" and 1 1/4") - Drill press
Skill Level: All Levels
Materials Fees: $80
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

Please call (1-800-365-5724) to register for all 2022 classes.

Turning and Burning Holiday Gifts
$693
Woodturning
Brasstown
Week (Sunday-Saturday)
Ages
18+
Dec
4
Sun
-
Dec
10
Sat
AM
09:00
-
PM
04:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Daily
Program Area: Woodturning
Instructor: Janice Levi
Studio/Location: Woodturning Studio
Student Materials: Please bring the following:- Wear closed-toe shoes only. - No loose, flowing clothing. - Long hair must be tied back. - We recommend that you leave jewelry at home; no jewelry on hands/arms while turning. - Safety glasses &/or face shields are to be worn while turning. These are available at each turning station, or you may bring your own. - Dust masks are available in the studio -- or if you prefer, bring your own dust shield. - Ear plugs are also available in the studio -- or bring your own hearing protection of choice. TOOLS: * Each turning station has a PowerMatic 3520C lathe, large/small chucks, and all necessary lathe equipment. Tool rolls are available and contain 9 tools: roughing gouge, 3/8" & 1/2" spindle/bowl gouges, scraper, parting tool, skew, and bedan. If you prefer, you may bring your own. (Label all personal tools with your name or initials.) ESTIMATED FOLK SCHOOL MATERIALS FEE: $65-$75 (for all wood items - maple and cherry) ESTIMATED INSTRUCTOR MATERIALS FEE: $40 TOTAL ESTIMATED MATERIALS FEE: $105-$115
School Materials: MATERIALS (Work with Gabe Strand to determine materials needed and edit below as necessary) Re: Green wood -- Logs will be 10" to 12" in diameter by 6 ft. long. We do not carry anything larger. Diameters of 6" to 8" can be had, but should be requested
Instructor Materials: 1. A book containing extensive notes on turning the items students will make plus numerous patterns that can be used for the woodburning projects. 2. Samples of each of the projects students will be asked to make. 3. Graphite paper for transferring patt
Equipment Needs: Woodturning Studio Lathes, student tool sets, and standard shop equipment (see inventory)
Skill Level: All-Levels
Materials Fees: $105-$115
Woodturning Studio
1 FOLK SCHOOL RD
BRASSTOWN, NC 28902
Description

Please call (1-800-365-5724) to register for all 2022 classes.

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