In this multi-session class each participant will make a coffee table, side table or bench that fits their space and needs. Each student will design their table, mill lumber, cut joinery including mortise and tenons and bridal joints, and sand and finish their tables. Students will use the tablesaw, band saw, miter saw, drill press, jointer and planer in this class, as well as chisels. 
Students can choose to build their table out of cherry, red oak, or walnut. 

The materials fee is $70 for cherry or red oak and $115 for walnut. When selecting an admission cost, be sure to choose the one that includes the wood you want to use. 

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Stephanie Lunieski

~Power tools 101 is a prerequisite for this course~

Learn how to transform rough lumber into finished sizes while making a mitered box with splines. This class will cover how to use the jointer, planer, table saw, and miter saw to create parallel sides and perpendicular corners before building the box. Through box-making, we will learn how to make mitered corners and spline inserts with the table saw and dados with the router. There will also be a demonstration on how to make a homemade veneer press. This class is open to students of all levels of ability, and we will make accommodations for anyone with a disability.

The materials fee for this class is $25 and is included in the admission cost

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by  Aria Kampfer

Learn how to carve a spoon from a fresh cut tree using traditional Nordic carving techniques. We cover tree anatomy, knife holds for the hook & sloyd knife, drying, and finishing. This class is great for the beginner or the person wanting to learn Sloyd style carving. The class fee includes tool rental, materials, a finishing kit, and safety gloves. Please wear pants and close toed-shoes, as we are going to make some wood chips!

The materials fee for this class is $25 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Katie Speckman

You'll learn the basics of making a bowl from fresh (green) wood during this single session, four hour, in person class. We will learn how to operate the wood lathe safely, explore form, and turn wood. Class will cover all steps to make a simple bowl and you will leave with your own bowl and a finishing kit to take home.

The materials fee for this class is $30 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Abbey Dickhudt

Do you want to both practice your skills with power tools and build a picture frame for a custom piece in your home? This class is for you! We will build a picture frame with splines using the table saw, miter saw, and sander. You'll get some time with all of the power tools to increase your comfort level during the class. Students will have extra time with the table saw to build a reinforcing spline in each corner. The splines provide strength and style for your hand built frame to last a lifetime. Students should come to class with dimensions of the piece they want to frame, and we'll build a basic frame out of oak, cherry, or maple.

The materials fee for this class is $15 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Julie Arnold

Calling all bakers, chefs and hobbyists! Novices and pros alike! 

Learn the basics of spindle turning in this fun, beginner-friendly course. Class will introduce the anatomy of the lathe and students will learn the techniques to turn a maple or walnut French rolling pin. Course will also cover sanding and food-safe finishes.

The materials fee for this course is $20 and is included in the admissions cost.

*  We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Tiff Tran

Make a cutting board while learning how to use power tools. We will cover using the electric planer, ripping on the table saw, cross cutting on the miter saw, curved cuts on the bandsaw, and finishing. This is a great chance to get to know, or brush up on the most powerful tools in the shop. Take home your very own cherry or maple cutting board at the end.

The materials fee for this class is $20 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

Email hello@fireweedwoodshop.org to request ASL interpretation for this course.

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 Taught by Meena Mangalvedhekar. 

Open shop is a time for you to bring in any projects or crafts you are working on and have access to the tools and the space. While we will have an instructor on staff to help open shop run smoothly and make sure tools are being used safely, this is a self-directed work time NOT class time. Open shop is capped at 7 participants and needs 5 participants to run.

Registrants of open shop MUST have taken power tools 101 or be comfortable and experienced using power tools.  

Every attendee of open shop must register. Please no guests without registration!

NO GREENWOOD ON THE BANDSAWS.

NO LATHE USE AT OPEN SHOP. Instead please register for one of our Open Turning Sessions.

Please email hello@fireweedwoodshop.org if you have any questions about open shop or what tools are available to use.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *
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Facilitated by Aria Kampfer

Discover the creative possibilities of woodturning as you craft a beautifully fitted lidded bowl and elevate it with hand-carved details and expressive wood burned embellishment. This hands-on class blends technical skill-building with artistic exploration, guiding students from raw wood blank to a fully finished piece.

What You’ll Learn:

Bowl turning:

• • Safely mount, shape, hollow, and refine a bowl form with clean cuts and balanced proportions.

Lid fitting:

• • Create a precise, satisfying fit between bowl and lid using controlled cuts and measurement techniques.

Surface carving:

• • Add texture and dimension with High‑speed rotary tools such as microcarvers or Dremels to enhance the form and create visual interest.

Woodburning (Pyrography):

• • Use wire‑nib burners that offer precise heat control and interchangeable tips to add patterns, shading, or decorative motifs that complement your carved elements.

Finishing techniques:

• • Apply surface treatments that protect the wood and highlight your craftsmanship.

Who This Class Is For:

This workshop is ideal for turners who are comfortable with basic spindle or bowl turning and want to expand their skills. If you’re ready to combine form, texture, and detail into a cohesive artistic piece, you’ll feel right at home.

What You’ll Leave With:

By the end of the class, each student will complete a unique lidded bowl that showcases both technical skill and personal artistic expression. You’ll walk away with new confidence

The materials fee is $15 and included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Linda Ferber and Ellen Starr

Learn how to carve a spoon from a fresh cut tree using traditional Nordic carving techniques. We cover tree anatomy, knife holds for the hook & sloyd knife, drying, and finishing. This class is great for the beginner or the person wanting to learn Sloyd style carving. The class fee includes tool rental, materials, a finishing kit, and safety gloves. Please wear pants and close toed-shoes, as we are going to make some wood chips!

The materials fee for this class is $25 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Katie Speckman

Design and customize your own delightful little tray! In this class, you will choose from a selection of funky veneer panels that vary in size and build a frame out of solid wood. We will use the table saw and miter saw to cut the frame, and bandsaw to customize the shape and profile of the frame. The corners will be mitered with a spline for enforcement. Creativity is encouraged!

This is a great follow-up course for those who have taken the picture frames class.

The materials fee is $10 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Aria Kampfer

Fireweed's Spring Garden Fundraiser Pick Up is happening Thursday through Saturday May 7 - 9th (more specific hours and details coming soon!). Visit the online store to see all the options! In the works: we're planning to offer plant starts and a seed swap and a mini-pop up market Thursday 3-7 pm Friday 1-5 pm, Saturday 9-noon.  

Activated Compost and Vermicast generously provided by Mother Dirt Collective. 

Once the orders start coming in, we will put out the call for volunteers to help us build these beds and benches! It's gonna be a lot of fun!

Questions? Email hello@fireweedwoodshop.org

In this 2-day course students will use the bandsaw to create a box that can be used in countless ways! Working from a solid piece of wood salvaged from lumberyard offcuts, you will learn to design, layout, cut, sand, and reassemble the pieces to form a functional box and lid. Once you learn the basic process, the possibilities are endless! You will learn and use the following tools during class: bandsaw, spindle sander, orbital sanders, clamps.

A 30 minute meal slot will be set aside on day one, you are invited to bring something to eat and drink each day.

The materials fee for this class is $25 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Gwen Comings

In this class, we will learn how to step up your framing skills! You will learn the basics to understand the structure of staircases, including elements of a staircase, necessary math, and building code. We will then apply that knowledge to building your own stepstool. Students will leave with a lumber stepstool and the ability to operate tools commonly used in framing projects- circular saws, jigsaws, drills, squares, and impact drivers. This class is great for anybody looking for hands-on framing experience, and for homeowners who may see a repair project in their future!

The materials fee is $22 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Kate Hill.

Whether you're hanging artwork, mounting shelves, curtain rods, or installing grab bars for accessibility, knowing how to safely and confidently work with your walls is a must-have skill for any homeowner. In this hands-on workshop, students will learn the fundamentals of wall-mounting—from understanding wall types and locating studs to choosing the right anchors and tools for the job. The goal: to leave with the confidence and know-how to mount objects securely, beautifully, and accessibly in their own homes. Students will have the opportunity to practice mounting shelving, artwork, curtain rods, or an assistive grab bar using a variety of fasteners and techniques suited to drywall, lath and plaster, and masonry. We will also demonstrate and practice patching the small holes we make and preparing for paint touch-up.

The materials fee for this class is $25 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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 Taught by Jules Bunch.

Make a cutting board while learning how to use power tools. We will cover using the electric planer, ripping on the table saw, cross cutting on the miter saw, curved cuts on the bandsaw, and finishing. This is a great chance to get to know, or brush up on the most powerful tools in the shop. Take home your very own cherry or maple cutting board at the end.

The materials fee for this class is $20 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

Email hello@fireweedwoodshop.org to request ASL interpretation for this course.

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 Taught by Meena Mangalvedhekar. 

Students will learn the fundamentals of woodturning a spindle by practicing four forms: bead, cove, vee, and tapers. Materials will be provided for practice and learning as well as for making one finished bud vase or tool handle. No previous woodturning or power tool experience is required.

The materials fee is $30 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Laurie McGinley

Traditional Appalachian Sweepers use craft broomcorn (stalk is attached to the hurl) to create a full sweep broom with a beautiful plaited (woven) pattern around the handle. Day 1 - Learn to wind the soaked broomcorn onto the handle in multiple layers and plait (weave) the stalk around the handle. Bring a snack because we will have a 20 minute break. Students will take their brooms home to dry before the next class. Day 2 we will focus on stitching the broom. The classroom will be available after the class ends if you would like to finish stitching. Participants should have moderate hand, leg and foot strength to control the footbreak while winding the broom by hand. 

The materials fee is $50 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Tina Green Krause

It can be hard to find just the right picture frame--especially for one-of-a-kind art--and custom frames are expensive. Solve that problem by learning how to build your own! We'll use the table saw, miter saw, and brad nailer to construct basic frames out of oak, maple, or cherry. Students should come to class with dimensions of the piece they want to frame, and we'll take it from there!

The materials fee for this class is $15 and is included in the class admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Aria Kampfer

Make a cutting board while learning how to use power tools. We will cover using the electric planer, ripping on the table saw, cross cutting on the miter saw, curved cuts on the bandsaw, and finishing. This is a great chance to get to know, or brush up on the most powerful tools in the shop. Take home your very own cherry or maple cutting board at the end.

The materials fee for this class is $20 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

Email hello@fireweedwoodshop.org to request ASL interpretation for this course.

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 Taught by Aria Kampfer. 

This craft hang is a gathering in the hand tools classroom at Fireweed Woodshop. The purpose is for students and members to get together around making and crafting, share skills and chit chat, get to know each other, enjoy the woodshop's space, community, and belonging. It's also perfect for students who started a spoon in class and would like to use Fireweed's carving knives to finish it.

Other handcrafting projects could include woodblock carving, figure carving, Kolrosing, chip carving, hand sanding, knitting, crochet, etc....

6:30-8:30pm  Registration is free or give what you can without pressure!

Bring your own project to the shop for some company, community, and sharing tips and tricks. This is NOT A CLASS, just a hangout. 

What to bring:

- a mask (Fireweed masks up indoors; extra masks are always available too)

-your project (all handcrafts welcome!) Spoon blanks and dala horse blanks available for purchase.

- your carving tools (we can loan fireweed's carving tools if you do not have your own)

Calling all bakers, chefs and hobbyists! Novices and pros alike! 

Learn the basics of spindle turning in this fun, beginner-friendly course. Class will introduce the anatomy of the lathe and students will learn the techniques to turn a maple or walnut French rolling pin. Course will also cover sanding and food-safe finishes.

The materials fee for this course is $20 and is included in the admissions cost.

*  We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Tiff Tran

Open shop is a time for you to bring in any projects or crafts you are working on and have access to the tools and the space. While we will have an instructor on staff to help open shop run smoothly and make sure tools are being used safely, this is a self-directed work time NOT class time. Open shop is capped at 7 participants and needs 5 participants to run.

Registrants of open shop MUST have taken power tools 101 or be comfortable and experienced using power tools.  

Every attendee of open shop must register. Please no guests without registration!

NO GREENWOOD ON THE BANDSAWS.

NO LATHE USE AT OPEN SHOP. Instead please register for one of our Open Turning Sessions.

Please email hello@fireweedwoodshop.org if you have any questions about open shop or what tools are available to use.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *
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Facilitated by Aria Kampfer

***This class is for students that have previous broom making experience***

Learn to make two functional and beautiful Rooster Tail brooms with wrapped handles. Leave feeling confident and inspired to keep exploring the world of broom making.

Please wear closed toed shoes.

The materials fee for this class is $15 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Tina Green Krause.

Join us for a special BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) centered class to practice the basics of Power Tools

Make a cutting board while learning how to use power tools. We will cover using the electric planer, ripping on the table saw, cross cutting on the miter saw, curved cuts on the bandsaw, and finishing. This is a great chance to get to know, or brush up on the most powerful tools in the shop. Take home your very own cherry or maple cutting board at the end.

The materials fee for this class is $20 and is included in the admission cost.

This class is intended for BIPOC students.

Email hello@fireweedwoodshop.org to request ASL interpretation for this course.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Meena Mangalvedhekar (@meenanew)  Bio 1.  Bio 2.

Open Finish is a guided open studio session focused on woodworking finishing. While Fireweed offers Open Shop and Open Turning, this is our first session dedicated entirely to finishing. 

We’ll start with a 30‑minute instructor‑led demo covering standard sanding techniques, including surface prep, grit progression, and tips for getting a smooth, finish‑ready surface. After that, the remaining two hours are open studio time. Students will work on their own projects while asking questions, getting feedback, and receiving individualized guidance from the instructor.

This session is great for anyone with a completed project who wants support, shared studio time, and focused finishing expertise.

Project approval & shop safety:

To help keep our shop safe for everyone, students bringing in a project made outside of Fireweed must email the instructor in advance for approval. Some materials can’t be worked on in the woodshop - for example, sanding painted objects or using paint stripper is not allowed.

Finishing materials:

This shop time is specifically for students to prepare their finished projects for applying finish. Actual application of finish cannot be done at Fireweed Woodshop. Students cannot bring in their own finishes for safety reasons. The instructor will have samples of wood that has different types of finishes for students to view, and can provide advice on which finishes to purchase. 

Prerequisite:

Basic woodworking experience recommended. Projects should be fully built and ready for sanding and finishing touches. 

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Jules Bunch

Learn about the ins and outs of installing trim. Cut with a miter and coping saw the base, face, and trim and practice installing it with an airnailer. Learn what's behind the wall so your trim is secured properly. This course is designed for beginners. All skill levels welcome.

Please wear closed toed shoes and avoid dangly clothing. During this 4 hour class, students will be standing for the majority of the time. If you have questions about accommodations during class please reach out to hello@fireweedwoodshop.org

The materials fee for this class is $15 and is included in the admission cost.

* We do require masking indoors, whatever your vaccination status *

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Taught by Melinde Madsen and Jules Bunch