Woodworking & Furniturecraft
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Currently Scheduled Woodworking & Furniturecraft Courses
Most North House courses are designed for students 18+, but many welcome youth under age 18, and several allow for a young person to attend and receive our Intergenerational Discount of 25% off their tuition if they sign up with a full-paying adult.
You can find the courses with the Intergenerational Discount here. The information about specific ages allowed is in the course's description.
Adirondack Chair Building
Instructors:
Randy Schnobrich
Without question, the Adirondack chair is a timeless classic; its high back, large armrests, and…
Fri, Mar 13th, 2026 – Sun, Mar 15th, 2026
Day 1-2: 9am-5pm; Day 3: 9am-noon
Day 1-2: 9am-5pm; Day 3: 9am-noon
Instructor:
Randy Schnobrich
Wed, Jul 1st, 2026 – Fri, Jul 3rd, 2026
Day 1-2: 9am-5pm, Day 3: 9am-noon
Day 1-2: 9am-5pm, Day 3: 9am-noon
Instructor:
Randy Schnobrich
Build a Greenwood Bench or Settee
It is a rare occasion to spare an entire week for carving and building chairs, but any greenwood…
Wed, Apr 1st, 2026 – Sun, Apr 5th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Build Thoreau's Cabin: Basic Building Skills Workshop
Instructors:
Randy Schnobrich
Pick up your hammer! This course is designed for students with little or no building experience who…
Wed, May 6th, 2026 – Sun, May 10th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Randy Schnobrich
Wed, Sep 16th, 2026 – Sun, Sep 20th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Randy Schnobrich
Build Thoreau’s Cabin: Basic Building, Extended Session
Instructors:
Randy Schnobrich
Pick up your hammer! This course is designed for students with little or no building experience who…
Build Your Own Yurt
Instructors:
Ian Andrus
Create yourself a comfortable living space: a spare bedroom, office, studio, sauna, or whatever else…
Thu, Dec 10th, 2026 – Sun, Dec 13th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Ian Andrus
Wed, Dec 16th, 2026 – Sat, Dec 19th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Ian Andrus
Carving Wooden Plates and Trays With Hand Tools
Instructors:
Paul Linden
Carving low relief wooden plates and trays with hand tools is quite simple, but there are a…
Mon, Jun 22nd, 2026 – Wed, Jun 24th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Paul Linden
Chairmaking: An Introduction
Instructors:
Lauren Newby
Dive into the wonderful world of chairmaking by shaping pieces of wood from log to finished stool.…
Fri, Oct 2nd, 2026 – Sun, Oct 4th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Lauren Newby
Contemporary Cooperage: A Modern Take on Tradition
Instructors:
Paul Linden
Cooperage is the craft associated with creating staved containers, most familiar to folks as…
Sat, Mar 7th, 2026 – Tue, Mar 10th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Paul Linden
Convertible Bicycle Backpack: An Intro to Leather and Wood
Create a one-of-a-kind convertible bag that can be used as a backpack or clip onto your bicycle…
Fri, May 22nd, 2026 – Sun, May 24th, 2026
Day 1: 1-5pm; Days 2-3: 9am-5pm
Day 1: 1-5pm; Days 2-3: 9am-5pm
Coopering: Make a Wooden Bucket
Instructors:
Eric Edgin
Coopering, the craft of joining wooden staves to create a vessel, was an integral skill in many…
Fri, Mar 20th, 2026 – Sun, Mar 22nd, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Eric Edgin
Danish Cord Stools
Instructors:
Dawson Moore
This class blends traditional joinery with modern efficiency to create a refined Danish cord stool.…
Fine Furniture: Natural-Edged Windsor Bench
Say “hello” to curvy edges and goodbye to 90 degree corners in this edgy furniture…
Mon, Sep 7th, 2026 – Tue, Sep 8th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Fine Furniture: Windsor Comb Back Armchair or Rocking Chair
Craft a family heirloom in this unique course designed for all woodworking skill levels. Choose…
Thu, Sep 3rd, 2026 – Sun, Sep 6th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Folding Camp Stool: Intro to Staked Furniture
Instructors:
Gabe Strand
Staked joinery is the foundation of everything from Windsor chairs to farm tools. This technique is…
Thu, Jun 11th, 2026 – Sun, Jun 14th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Gabe Strand
Lathe Turning: The Wooden Bowl
The wooden bowl is a reflection of both utility and beauty—an inspiring craft form to…
Thu, May 21st, 2026 – Sat, May 23rd, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Marybeth Garmoe
Fri, Oct 30th, 2026 – Sun, Nov 1st, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Cooper Ternes