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Workshops are project based work, intended for small groups of 3 or less.
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Private Woodworking Lessons
Personalized Woodworking Lessons for Adults & Kids!
Learn one-on-one or with a friend, partner, or child (ages 6+). Best for beginner to intermediate skill levels and smaller projects. Recommended is a 2-6 lesson series, which is enough time to learn and build 1 project.
First Session: 30 minute intro & planning session
Lesson Length: 1 hour
On going Cost: "Pay what you can" (pay below) + Materials
Group Size: 1 person + optional guest
Reach out via the contact form or email to schedule—my schedule’s a little wild, but we’ll make it work!
Learn one-on-one or with a friend, partner, or child (ages 6+). Best for beginner to intermediate skill levels and smaller projects. Recommended is a 2-6 lesson series, which is enough time to learn and build 1 project.
First Session: 30 minute intro & planning session
Lesson Length: 1 hour
On going Cost: "Pay what you can" (pay below) + Materials
Group Size: 1 person + optional guest
Reach out via the contact form or email to schedule—my schedule’s a little wild, but we’ll make it work!
Private Lesson Vs Custom Workshops
Private lessons, are aimed at people looking for a 1-hour weekly session. This works well for those seeking guidance, skill-building, or smaller projects (generally under six hours). These projects are usually taken home at the end of each session.
Custom Workshops, on the other hand, are better suited for longer or multi-day projects, or projects that are more complex or larger in scale. During workshops, the projects can remain in my shop as I shut down my shop and dedicate it entirely to the workshop, because of that I require a rate of $50/hr.
Custom Workshops, on the other hand, are better suited for longer or multi-day projects, or projects that are more complex or larger in scale. During workshops, the projects can remain in my shop as I shut down my shop and dedicate it entirely to the workshop, because of that I require a rate of $50/hr.
Pay What You Can
I’m just a maker who wants to make making accessible—if money’s tight, don’t pay. If you can, please do, it literally helps me keep offering these lessons. You are treated the same no matter what, I don't match payment to person.
Really, I mean it, just enjoy the craft and pass it on.
Really, I mean it, just enjoy the craft and pass it on.
Typical Pricing:
$20/hr (Group - per person)
$50/hr (Private Teaching or Project)
$75/hr (Service/Making Rate)
$20/hr (Group - per person)
$50/hr (Private Teaching or Project)
$75/hr (Service/Making Rate)
Path Ideas
Whether you're just beginning or looking to deepen your skills, each private lesson is centered around a project you care about. As you build, you’ll naturally gain in-depth experience with tools and techniques—learning them when they matter most.
The first session includes an overview of the shop, tool safety, and a conversation about where you’re at as a maker—and which direction excites you most.
The first session includes an overview of the shop, tool safety, and a conversation about where you’re at as a maker—and which direction excites you most.
- Ages 8-15Kids & YouthIn lessons with kids (ages 8-15), I will work through a curriculum that I have developed that starts with simple projects and grows in complexity. It only uses hand tools and aims to teach the tooling and skills through hand on approach. See a video of this in action.
- Adults or KidsFoundationsStart here if you're new to woodworking or want to build confidence with the basics. You’ll get hands-on experience with essential tools, materials, and techniques while creating simple, useful projects. This path builds a strong base for everything to come.
- AdultsTechnique & ProcessThis path is for those ready to focus on specific skills—like joinery, shaping, finishing, or hand tools. We'll work on projects that help you refine technique, build accuracy, and understand the “why” behind the process. Great for those who want to level up intentionally.
- AdultsDesign & Build / Custom WorkshopHave an idea in mind? Whether it’s furniture, a gift, or something totally your own, this path is all about bringing your vision to life. You'll learn how to plan, sketch, problem-solve, and build with purpose—getting support at each step of the journey.
Mission
I believe making things by hand—like music or art—connects the mind and body, encourages curiosity, builds autonomy, and fosters emotional, intellectual, and social growth. It allows us to give back and contribute. To make that special person or ourselves something with our own two hands.
I strive to meet the maker(you!) where they are at, come along side them in their journey. Handwork can be very accessible, it could be a workbench at the end of your bed in your studio apartment or a massive shop full of the latest and greatest tooling. There is no right or wrong approach, and if I can be a catalyst for you to start making I would love to help.
I am calling this mission to teach and bring craft to others The Handwork Initiative
I strive to meet the maker(you!) where they are at, come along side them in their journey. Handwork can be very accessible, it could be a workbench at the end of your bed in your studio apartment or a massive shop full of the latest and greatest tooling. There is no right or wrong approach, and if I can be a catalyst for you to start making I would love to help.
I am calling this mission to teach and bring craft to others The Handwork Initiative