Beginner to Expert
At Benchmark Fine Woodworking, we're excited to begin offering classes designed to inspire creativity, build skills, and bring the art of woodworking back to life. From hands-on classes for beginners to focused sessions for experienced makers, our workshops will cover a wide range of topics including furniture making, joinery techniques, finishing methods, tool sharpening, and more.
Whether you're just getting started or looking to refine your craft, these classes will be led by skilled artisans and guest instructors in a welcoming, well-equipped environment. We can't wait to learn and build with you.
What you’ll make
Each couple creates two solid-wood charcuterie boards from a pre-milled slab. You’ll shape them and customize the details to make it your own.
What you’ll choose
- Board shape
- Handle style (or no handle)
- Nested boards
Current Classes
10-5, Mon-Fri
Beer Tote Class: 1-day
- Learn safe tool operation (planer, jointer, sander, table saw, band saw.
- Apply proper measuring, cutting, and nailing techniques.
- Produce a fully finished, smooth, drink tote
$225 per person
1-2 People
Long-Grain Cutting Board:
2-Day
- Learn safe tool operation (planer, jointer, sander, table saw).
- Apply proper measuring, cutting, and glue-up techniques.
- Produce a fully finished, smooth, long-grain cutting board.
$450 per person
1-2 People
End-Grain Cutting Board:
3-Day
- Learn safe tool operation (planer, jointer, sander, table saw).
- Apply proper measuring, cutting, and glue-up techniques.
- Produce a fully finished, smooth, long-grain cutting board.
$600
1-2 People
Jewelry Box Class: 3-Day Lesson Plan
- Cut accurate 45° miters
- Learn proper use of router table for slotting
- Complete a full four-sided glue-up
- Complete basic sanding and finishing for small projects
- Install simple jewelry box hinges with proper alignment and spacing
$600
1-2 People
Ready to get started?
Fill out the form below with which class you'd like to take, how many people, and if you're bringing or buying materials here. Please add dates and times for each session (if more than 1 day.) We'll be in touch to confirm dates, confirm your material preferences, and send a payment link. Excited to see you get making!
Have your own project idea?