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Intro to Carpentry: Cutting Boards (Day 1 of 2) - $135 for both days

  • ReBuilding Center 3625 N Mississippi Ave Portland, OR, 97227 United States (map)

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CLASS DESCRIPTION

This is a TWO-DAY class and will run from 5:30pm-8:30pm on BOTH days.

Day 1 – Tuesday, August 9
Day 2 – Tuesday, August 16

Cutting boards are useful and can be beautiful works of art, and making one is a great way to learn some basic carpentry skills. In this class you will use reclaimed hardwood to make a simple cutting board of your own design (maximum size 14"x14"). In the process you will learn how to use many tools, including a table saw, chop saw, planer, and orbital sander. You'll also learn how to do a "glue up" and be introduced to several clamping methods.

This is a project-based class and you'll be able to take your cutting board home after Day 2. You can give it as a gift or use it to enjoy charcuterie for years to come!

Topics covered:

  • Using table saws and chop saws

  • Using a thickness planer and sanding to achieve a smooth finish

  • A variety of clamping methods, including using bar clamps or wedges

  • Sanding techniques

  • Finishing with food-grade oil

Skill level: Beginners are welcome, though ideally you have some basic experience on a table saw or have taken a previous class with us. For ages 18+.

Class Schedule: Each class will run for 3 hours with no break planned


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