Rockler Woodworking and Hardware - Denver Previous Store Classes

Denver Class and Workshop Schedule
2553 S Colorado Blvd - Ste 108, Denver, CO 80222
Rich Johnson, Store Manager
Contact this store by e-mail or phone: (303) 782-0588

Regular Class Schedule See upcoming classes.
Date	Class	Store

December 29, 2012 9:00:AM - 4:00 PM	Carving - with Darold Boettcher Overview: This is a great class to learn the basics of woodcarving. Topics included will be wood selection, types of tools, safety, basic sharpening, and more! You will gain knowledge, skill, and confidence as the instructor guides you through the project. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100	Denver

January 5, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Rockler Dovetail Jig - with Phil Timberman Overview: Bring your Rockler Dovetail Jig and your router to this class and leave with them set up to cut nicely fitting dovetail joints. When you take your jig and router home you are ready to make dovetailed boxes. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100	Denver

January 6, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Wood Turning -Pens - with Curt Vogt Overview: Learn how to use a wood lathe to turn wood pens from a kit including how to use wood turning tools to shape the pen and get clean and accurate cuts. When you leave the class, you will have all the knowledge and confidence you need to start turning pens at home and have a beautiful pen for yourself or as a gift! Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $65	Denver

January 12, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Woodturning 101 - with Bruce Perry Overview: This class is aimed at the brand new / beginning wood turner. Students will learn the components and terminology of the lathe, working safely at the lathe, and the fundamentals of wood turning and lathe tool sharpening. Sources and selection of wood, mounting the wood on the lathe, tool selection and use, and hands-on practice will be covered. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100	Denver

January 13, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Woodturning 101 - with Bruce Perry Overview: This class is aimed at the brand new / beginning wood turner. Students will learn the components and terminology of the lathe, working safely at the lathe, and the fundamentals of wood turning and lathe tool sharpening. Sources and selection of wood, mounting the wood on the lathe, tool selection and use, and hands-on practice will be covered. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100	Denver

January 19, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Scroll Saw Basics - with Phil Timberman Overview: Learn how to use the scroll saw to make your next project or the perfect gifts! An exceptional opportunity to learn from scroll saw artist, Phil Timberman. Phil is a great instructor and can show you all the best tips and tricks to get you on your way. You will learn how to set up your saw, prepare your stock, and make accurate cuts. Learn delicate piercing, stack laminations, and more. Selecting materials and choosing saw blades for the best possible cut will be covered. When you leave the class, you will have all the knowledge and confidence you need to use your scroll saw effectively in your shop. An incredible day of learning and getting hands-on experience with our instructor right there to guide you. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100	Denver

January 20, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Router Workshop - with Rich Johnson Overview: All-Day Router Intensive - A fantastic opportunity to learn about the router and its use in woodworking. This class will cover everything about the machine and how to choose the best router for any size project. The class will also cover bit selection, techniques and basic cuts, template use, inlays, joinery, jigs and plenty of tricks! Learn from router enthusiast Rich Johnson about this incredibly versatile power tool. Once you see all the things a router can do and how to use it, you won’t hesitate to use routers in all of your projects. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100	Denver

January 26, 2013 9 AM - 1 PM Two Day Class 1/26/2013 & 1/27/2013	Woodworking 101 -Table - with Tracy Gray Overview: In this two day class, learn the basics for all your future woodworking projects. On the first day, you will learn to safely use the jointer, planer, table saw, miter saw, and router. You will learn at least one method of joinery and will leave the next day with a beautiful small side table. Completion of this course will prepare you to move on to using the shop for more advanced projects. Tracy Gray is a professional cabinetmaker and has been teaching woodworking in the Denver area for 12 years. A $55 materials fee covers wood, screws, equipment, glue, etc. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $115	Denver

February 3, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Finishing -Hands On - with Rich Johnson Overview: An incredible opportunity to learn about the theory of finishing from one of the best! Our instructor will teach you about the different types of finish available to the woodworker and when to use them. You will learn about natural and man-made finishes, indoor and outdoor finishes, and the stains and dyes used to color your projects. You will get to use the knowledge learned in the class to take an average finish and turn it into a stunning surface! You will be amazed at the results you will be able to achieve on your next finishing project. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100	Denver

February 9, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Bowl Turning - with Bruce Perry Overview: Woodturning a Bowl Class is designed to provide all the information and basic skills needed to turn a wooden bowl. Students will learn about sources and selection of wood, wood grain, and how they relate to bowl design and project success. Bowl blank preparation, safely securing it for turning on the lathe, personal safety, and tools will also be covered. Each student will learn to shape and hollow out their bowl at the lathe. Whether your goal is to turn functional bowls for the dinner table or decorative art pieces, the skills learned here will get you on the path to success. Skill Level: Intermediate Class Fee: $100	Denver

February 10, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Handcut Dovetails - with Rich Johnson Overview: Learn from a master! In this introductory course, you will learn the fundamentals of creating beautiful hand-cut dovetails. Rich will discuss the best saws and techniques to create perfectly fitting dovetails. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100	Denver

February 16, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Introduction to Carving - with Darrold Boettcher Overview: This is a great class to learn the basics of woodcarving. Topics included will be wood selection, types of tools, safety, basic sharpening, and more! You will gain knowledge, skill, and confidence as the instructor guides you through the project. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100	Denver

February 17, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Wood Turning -Pens - with Curt Vogt Overview: Learn how to use a wood lathe to turn wood pens from a kit including how to use wood turning tools to shape the pen and get clean and accurate cuts. When you leave the class, you will have all the knowledge and confidence you need to start turning pens at home and have a beautiful pen for yourself or as a gift! Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100	Denver

February 23, 2013 9 AM - 1 PM Two Day Class 2/23/2013 & 2/24/2013	Woodworking 101 -Bookshelf - with Tracy Gray Overview: In this two day class, learn the basics for all your future woodworking projects. On the first day, you will learn to safely use the jointer, planer, table saw, miter saw, and router. You will learn at least one method of joinery and will leave the next day with a beautiful small bookcase. Completion of this course will prepare you to move on to using the shop for more advanced projects. Tracy Gray is a professional cabinetmaker and has been teaching woodworking in the Denver area for 12 years. A $75 materials fee covers wood, screws, equipment, glue, etc. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $115	Denver

March 3, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Woodturning 101 - with Bruce Perry Overview: This class is aimed at the brand new / beginning wood turner. Students will learn the components and terminology of the lathe, working safely at the lathe, and the fundamentals of wood turning and lathe tool sharpening. Sources and selection of wood, mounting the wood on the lathe, tool selection and use, and hands-on practice will be covered. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100	Denver

March 23, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Rockler Dovetail Jig - with Phil Timberman Overview: Bring your Rockler Dovetail Jig and your router to this class and leave with them set up to cut nicely fitting dovetail joints. When you take your jig and router home you are ready to make dovetailed boxes. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100	Denver

March 24, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Finishing -Hands On - with Rich Johnson Overview: An incredible opportunity to learn about the theory of finishing from one of the best! Our instructor will teach you about the different types of finish available to the woodworker and when to use them. You will learn about natural and man-made finishes, indoor and outdoor finishes, and the stains and dyes used to color your projects. You will get to use the knowledge learned in the class to take an average finish and turn it into a stunning surface! You will be amazed at the results you will be able to achieve on your next finishing project. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100	Denver

March 30, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Woodturning 101 - with Bruce Perry Overview: This class is aimed at the brand new / beginning wood turner. Students will learn the components and terminology of the lathe, working safely at the lathe, and the fundamentals of wood turning and lathe tool sharpening. Sources and selection of wood, mounting the wood on the lathe, tool selection and use, and hands-on practice will be covered. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100	Denver

April 7, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Scroll Saw Basics - with Phil Timberman Overview: Learn how to use the scroll saw to make your next project or the perfect gifts! An exceptional opportunity to learn from scroll saw artist, Phil Timberman. Phil is a great instructor and can show you all the best tips and tricks to get you on your way. You will learn how to set up your saw, prepare your stock, and make accurate cuts. Learn delicate piercing, stack laminations, and more. Selecting materials and choosing saw blades for the best possible cut will be covered. When you leave the class, you will have all the knowledge and confidence you need to use your scroll saw effectively in your shop. An incredible day of learning and getting hands-on experience with our instructor right there to guide you. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100	Denver

April 13, 2013 9 AM - 1 PM (1st class - 4/13/13; 2nd class - 4/14/13)	Woodworking 101 -Bookshelf - with Tracy Gray Overview: In this two day class, learn the basics for all your future woodworking projects. On the first day, you will learn to safely use the jointer, planer, table saw, miter saw, and router. You will learn at least one method of joinery and will leave the next day with a beautiful small bookcase. Completion of this course will prepare you to move on to using the shop for more advanced projects. Tracy Gray is a professional cabinetmaker and has been teaching woodworking in the Denver area for 12 years. A $75 materials fee covers wood, screws, equipment, glue, etc. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $115	Denver

April 20, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Wood Turning -Pens - with Curt Vogt Overview: Learn how to use a wood lathe to turn wood pens from a kit including how to use wood turning tools to shape the pen and get clean and accurate cuts. When you leave the class, you will have all the knowledge and confidence you need to start turning pens at home and have a beautiful pen for yourself or as a gift! Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $65	Denver

April 21, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Router Workshop - with Rich Johnson Overview: All-Day Router Intensive - A fantastic opportunity to learn about the router and its use in woodworking. This class will cover everything about the machine and how to choose the best router for any size project. The class will also cover bit selection, techniques and basic cuts, template use, inlays, joinery, jigs and plenty of tricks! Learn from router enthusiast Rich Johnson about this incredibly versatile power tool. Once you see all the things a router can do and how to use it, you won’t hesitate to use routers in all of your projects. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100	Denver

April 27, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Introduction to Carving - with Darrold Boettcher Overview: Learn how to use a wood lathe to turn wood pens from a kit including how to use wood turning tools to shape the pen and get clean and accurate cuts. When you leave the class, you will have all the knowledge and confidence you need to start turning pens at home and have a beautiful pen for yourself or as a gift! Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100	Denver

April 28, 2013 9 AM - 4PM	Handcut Dovetails - with Rich Johnson Overview: Learn from a master! In this introductory course, you will learn the fundamentals of creating beautiful hand-cut dovetails. Rich will discuss the best saws and techniques to create perfectly fitting dovetails. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100	Denver

June 15, 2013 9 AM - 1 PM Two Day Class 6/15 and 6/16	Woodworking 101 -Bookshelf - with Tracy Gray Overview: In this two day class, learn the basics for all your future woodworking projects. On the first day, you will learn to safely use the jointer, planer, table saw, miter saw, and router. You will learn at least one method of joinery and will leave the next day with a beautiful small bookcase. Completion of this course will prepare you to move on to using the shop for more advanced projects. Tracy Gray is a professional cabinetmaker and has been teaching woodworking in the Denver area for 12 years. A $75 materials fee covers wood, screws, equipment, glue, etc. Class Fee: 115.00	Denver

July 13, 2013 9:00 AM	Turning 101 - with Bruce Perry Overview: This class, aimed at beginners, teaches survival, safety and the basic skills needed to form wood on a modern lathe. Before or after buying your own lathe, this knowledge is a great investment in your turning future. Traditional efficient cutting methods are emphasized! The skills to create beads, coves, curves and straight lines in spindle work are demonstrated and practiced. A demonstration and practice in the different methods used in faceplate turning to create a small bowl. Sharpening methods are also demonstrated as well as discussions on wood structure, wood selection and tool choices. This is a skills class, not a “project” class; the take-away is knowledge, not finished woodturnings. Your instructor will be Bruce Perry. Bruce is an accomplished turner who has taught hundreds of students and has numerous demonstrations and classes to his credit. All wood is included. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100.00	Denver

July 20, 2013 9AM - 1PM - 2 Part Class July 20th & July 21st	Woodworking 101 - Table - with Tracy Gray Overview: In this two day class, learn the basics for all your future woodworking projects. On the first day, you will learn to safely use the jointer, planer, table saw, miter saw, and router. You will learn at least one method of joinery and will leave the next day with a beautiful small table. Completion of this course will prepare you to move on to using the shop for more advanced projects. Tracy Gray is a professional cabinetmaker and has been teaching woodworking in the Denver area for 12 years. A $55 materials fee covers wood, screws, equipment, glue, etc. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100.00	Denver

July 27, 2013 9AM - 2PM	Patio Furniture Using The Kreg Jig - with Phil Timberman Overview: Time to spruce up your patio with a new grill cart or serving table. Bring your own ideas or borrow ours to create a simple, functional piece of furniture. The simplicity is in the use of the Kreg system joinery. You will also learn the safe and proper use of the shop equipment necessary to complete this project. Bring your own wood and if you have a Kreg Jig bring that also. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100.00	Denver

August 10, 2013 9AM - 4PM - 2 Part Class August 10th & August 13th	Bowls From A Tree - with Bruce Perry Overview: Bruce Perry will teach you how to turn green wood into bowls. This turning class will make two projects: A roughed out “bowl blank”, intended for future drying, and later re-turning. And a wet turned “finished” bowl, ready for use, and ready to watch the wood move into interesting shapes as it dries. Students will learn how to rough shape between centers, methods to cut cleanly around the shape, how to mount the bowl in a chuck, how to hollow, and how to jamb the bowl to finish the bottom. You will work with various forms of “bowl” gouges and scraping techniques. These projects are completed with minimum sanding, for safe breathing, so methods of leaving the cleanest possible surface are emphasized. All wood and tools supplied by the instructor. You may want to bring your own tools for a tune up, and use them if they apply. Call Bruce for further information! 303-972-4716. Some experience is most helpful, beginners are welcome. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100.00	Denver

August 11, 2013 9AM - 4PM - 2 Part Class August 11th & August 13th	Router Workshop - with Rich Johnson Overview: All-Day Router Intensive - A fantastic opportunity to learn about the router and its use in woodworking. This class will cover everything about the machine and how to choose the best router for any size project. The class will also cover bit selection, techniques and basic cuts, template use, inlays, joinery, jigs and plenty of tricks! Learn from router enthusiast Rich Johnson about this incredibly versatile power tool. Once you see all the things a router can do and how to use it, you won’t hesitate to use routers in all of your projects. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100.00	Denver

August 17, 2013 9AM - 1PM - 2 Part Class August 17th & August 18th	Woodworking 101 -Bookshelf - with Tracy Gray Overview: In this two day class, learn the basics for all your future woodworking projects. On the first day, you will learn to safely use the jointer, planer, table saw, miter saw, and router. You will learn at least one method of joinery and will leave the next day with a beautiful small bookcase. Completion of this course will prepare you to move on to using the shop for more advanced projects. Tracy Gray is a professional cabinetmaker and has been teaching woodworking in the Denver area for 12 years. A $75 materials fee covers wood, screws, equipment, glue, etc. Skill Level: Beginner Class Fee: $100.00	Denver

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