Class Schedules

Hands-on classes are limited to 6-8 students per class. We have a 2,500  sq. ft. classroom. All our tools are new. Our workbenches are European-style and fully equipped.

Please contact us at 828-252-8088 or e-mail sales@ashevillehardware.com for information.

Please call or e-mail if you would like information on one-on-one instruction.

To Register for Classes: Click Here, or see the information listed at the bottom of this page.

 


 

 


Date:July 20,21 and 22

Time: Noon-4pm

Instructor:John Roller
Class size:8

Cost:$185

Skill Level: Novice

John Roller teaches "Introduction to Woodturning"

    John Roller will help the novice wood turner to learn the basic knowledge

needed to make a few simple turning projects.  Students will learn how to cut and select lumber for turning, tool selection, tool use and care, and basic shop safety.  Items that students make w

ill vary with each class. Students are encouraged to bring their own tools to use in class.  Tools will be provided. 


 

SEPTEMBER CLASSES


 


 

Date:September 14-16

Time: Noon-4pm

Instructor:John Roller
Class size:8

Cost:$185

Skill Level: Novice

John Roller teaches "Introduction to Woodturning"

    John Roller will help the novice wood turner to learn the basic knowledge

needed to make a few simple turning projects.  Students will learn how to cut and select lumber for turning, tool selection, tool use and care, and basic shop safety.  Items that students make w

ill vary with each class. Students are encouraged to bring their own tools to use in class.  Tools will be provided. 


 

Date:September 21-24

Time: Noon-4pm

Instructor:John Roller
Class size:8

Cost:$240

Skill Level: Novice

John Roller teaches "Intermediate Woodturning"

  John Roller will help you learn to use several new tools and techniques and apply the basic skills learned in Introduction to Woodturning to complete several fun and challenging turning projects.  Some basic turning experience is required. 

You will learn:    Hollowing techniques
            Detailed spindle techniques
            More finishing techniques
            More about sharpening
            Working with green (fresh cut) wood

Projects will include:    Chalice or Goblet
                Hollow form ornament
                “Impossible” hollow form vase
                Natural Edged Bowl

We provide everything you need.  However, if you have your own tools or a special piece of wood to work on, bring it with you.  


Date:September 18

 

Time:Noon-4pm

Instructor:John Yurko

Cost:$60

Skill Level: Novice

Google Sketchup

Sketchup is a free downloadable program that is offered by Google. John will teach the students quick keys, materials, layering, scenes, and section cuts . This class will help students use computers as a way to design and plan future projects with accurate details and dimensions.
A portable laptop loaded with the Google Sketchup program already downloaded is required to take full advantage of the class. Please note that we have a link on the Asheville hardware Site for the download.

http://sketchup.google.com/download/

Date:September 28-30th

Time:5pm-9pm

Instructor:Joe Ruminski and Tucker Garrison

Cost:$145

Skill Level: Novice

After the Turning

Bring in three turned, sanded pieces ready for finishing. Learn texturing, carving and woodburning.
Max. enrollment: 12.

 


 

OCTOBER CLASSES



Date:October 2

Time:10am-5pm

Instructor:Gregory Paolini

Cost:$125

Skill Level:All

Comprehensive Finishing


Finishing skills make the difference between a nice project and a phenomenal one.  In this full day finishing overview workshop, students will learn about various finishes, their pros and cons, and easy ways to apply those finishes.  We’ll also cover pre-finishing techniques and share pro-shop tips to ensure fantastic results.  A lot of information packed into a full day - Bring a pad and pencil to take lots of notes!    

If you've been struggling with finishing, and are unhappy with your finishing skills, this class is a must for you!

I will Guarantee results!


Date:October 8 and 9

Time:10am-5pm

Instructor:Chris Spoerer

Cost:$295

Skill Level: Novice

Introduction to Cabinetry

Cabinetmaking with Festool

 

Interested in cabinetmaking without the large stationary tools normally required? Festool has a line of portable

tools that allow you to build cabinets in a non-traditional way. From processing sheet goods to joinery to drilling adjustable shelf pin holes, instructor Chris Spoerer will demonstrate the entire process of building

a wall hanging cabinet. Students will leave with a 12”x36” cabinet , frame and panel door and two adjustable shelves.

 



Date:October 20 and 21

Time:10am-5pm

Instructor:Susan Link

Cost:$185

Skill Level: Novice

Boxmaking with Susan Link

 

Of all the woodworking joints, the through dovetail is revered for not only its strength, but also its beauty. Many machines and jigs now make cutting dovetails a snap, and require little skill. But in this intensive 2 day class, you will learn the skills needed to successfully cut your own dovetail joints by hand. And in the end, you will have created your own handcrafted keepsake box. This class focuses exclusively on the mastery of hand tools, so no machines will be involved. So, get ready to have some fun and feel the sense of accomplishment that comes from making something with your own two hands.


NOVEMBER CLASSES



Date:November 3

Time:10am-5pm

Instructor:Gregory Paolini

Cost:$60

Skill Level: All

Sharpening with Gregory Paolini

 

Are you frustrated with tools that just don't cut it anymore?  Sharp tools make woodworking easier and enjoyable.  In this workshop Gregory will cover a variety of methods to make your tools razor sharp, including sandpaper on glass, water stones, and slow speed grinding machines.  Feel free to bring one dull chisel or plane iron.



Date:November 6

Time:10am-5pm

Instructor:Gregory Paolini

Cost:$125

Skill Level: All

Pre-Requisites: Sharpening Skills

Hand Planes with Gregory Paolini


Nothing says old world craftsmanship like the whoosh of a well tuned hand plane, in the hands of a skilled craftsman, taking a gossamer shaving off a board.  In this full day class, students will learn about various planes as well as how and when to use them.  We will thoroughly cover plane nomenclature on various styles of western bench and bevel up planes.  Students will tune and set up a western style bench plane, review sharpening, and learn proper technique for edge and face jointing with a hand plane.  During the day we will perform various real world planing exercises, including planing down to a reference surface (flush planing), and flattening a glued up panel.  Troubleshooting and Q&A will be addressed throughout the day. 

Every student who has taken this course, without exception, has left being able to produce full width shavings they can read through!




Date:November 16-18

Time: Noon-4pm

Instructor:John Roller
Class size:8

Cost:$185

Skill Level: Novice

John Roller teaches "Introduction to Woodturning"

    John Roller will help the novice wood turner to learn the basic knowledge

needed to make a few simple turning projects.  Students will learn how to cut and select lumber for turning, tool selection, tool use and care, and basic shop safety.  Items that students make w

ill vary with each class. Students are encouraged to bring their own tools to use in class.  Tools will be provided. 



DECEMBER CLASSES




Date:December 4

Time:10am-5pm

Instructor:Gregory Paolini

Cost:$125

Skill Level:All

Comprehensive Finishing


Finishing skills make the difference between a nice project and a phenomenal one.  In this full day finishing overview workshop, students will learn about various finishes, their pros and cons, and easy ways to apply those finishes.  We’ll also cover pre-finishing techniques and share pro-shop tips to ensure fantastic results.  A lot of information packed into a full day - Bring a pad and pencil to take lots of notes!    

If you've been struggling with finishing, and are unhappy with your finishing skills, this class is a must for you!

I will Guarantee results!



JANUARY  CLASSES


Date:January 15,22,29 and February 5

Time:10am-5pm

Instructor:Gregory Paolini

Cost:$1600

Skill Level:All

Build Your Own Workbench with Gregory Paolini



Registration for classes


We require a 50% deposit to hold your spot in class. The remainder of the class registration fee must be paid 2 weeks before the class begins. If you send in a registration form for a class that has already filled, you will get an email asking whether you want to be put on a waiting list.

Classes can be cancelled if fewer than six students register. If a class is cancelled you will receive a full refund within two weeks of the cancellation. We will email you if a class is cancelled unless you request a phone call. We do not cancel classes fewer than 7 days before the start of the class.

Our policies are:

  1. If you wish to drop out of a class, you must email sales@ashevillehardware.com or send a letter to us (address below)
  2. Cancellation email or letter received 7 days or fewer before the class, you lose your deposit. If you have already paid the remainder of the fee, it will be refunded to you within 15 days.
  3. Cancellation email or letter received 30 days or more before the class, you will receive your deposit within 15 days, less a fee of $20.00.

To Register:

(1) Call us at 828-252-8088 or Select the link below to view printable link below,

(2) Fill out the regestration sheet,

(3) Mail, fax, or email the complete form to Asheville Hardware.

(4) We accept payment in the form of Cash, Check, Visa/MC, and Gift Certificate.  Please Mail you checks or call us with your credit card information.

 

Registration Form (PDF)

Registration Form (MS Word)


Asheville Hardware
10 Buxton Ave.,
Asheville, NC 28801
(T) 828-252-8088, (F) 704-973-0077
sales@ashevillehardware.com