Core Skills Joinery 1 (Thursday) 8 Evenings

A workshop-based introduction to traditional joinery fundamentals using hand tools, aimed at beginners and experienced DIYers without formal training.
About this course
This workshop introduces the principles of traditional joinery through the use of hand tools. It covers how furniture and frames such as tables, chairs and stools are constructed, giving learners a foundation in the methods used to assemble these forms.
What you'll learn
- Use hand tools in the context of traditional joinery
- Explain basic construction principles for tables, chairs and stools
- Recognise how different types of frames are constructed
Is this course right for you?
The course is aimed at beginners as well as experienced DIYers who have not had formal training. Its beginner level suggests an introduction to core techniques, with learning taking place in a workshop environment.
- Suitable for learners with DIY experience but no formal training
Before you go
- All tools and materials are provided.
- Sturdy footwear and clothing suitable for getting dusty are requested.
- Learners who need glasses for reading should bring them.
Class teacher
Emma Chesterman
Class teacher
Where this course runs
London School of Furniture Making
33 woodworking courses on Learn.LondonUpcoming classes
16 classes
Selected date
Thu 21 Jan 2027
18:00 – 20:30 • 8 evenings
£495
London School of Furniture Making, Camden
Other available dates
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
21 Jan 2027 Thursday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Short course8 evenings | EmmaChesterman | London School of Furniture MakingArch 21 Hartland Road Arches, Hartland Road, London NW1 8HR | £495.00 | Book now |
28 Jan 2027 Thursday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Short course8 evenings | EmmaChesterman | London School of Furniture MakingArch 21 Hartland Road Arches, Hartland Road, London NW1 8HR | £495.00 | |
4 Feb 2027 Thursday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Short course8 evenings | EmmaChesterman | London School of Furniture MakingArch 21 Hartland Road Arches, Hartland Road, London NW1 8HR | £495.00 | |
11 Feb 2027 Thursday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Short course8 evenings | EmmaChesterman | London School of Furniture MakingArch 21 Hartland Road Arches, Hartland Road, London NW1 8HR | £495.00 | |
18 Feb 2027 Thursday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Short course8 evenings | EmmaChesterman | London School of Furniture MakingArch 21 Hartland Road Arches, Hartland Road, London NW1 8HR | £495.00 | |
25 Feb 2027 Thursday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Short course8 evenings | EmmaChesterman | London School of Furniture MakingArch 21 Hartland Road Arches, Hartland Road, London NW1 8HR | £495.00 | |
4 Mar 2027 Thursday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Short course8 evenings | EmmaChesterman | London School of Furniture MakingArch 21 Hartland Road Arches, Hartland Road, London NW1 8HR | £495.00 | |
11 Mar 2027 Thursday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Short course8 evenings | EmmaChesterman | London School of Furniture MakingArch 21 Hartland Road Arches, Hartland Road, London NW1 8HR | £495.00 | |
17 Jun 2027 Thursday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Short course8 evenings | EmmaChesterman | London School of Furniture MakingArch 21 Hartland Road Arches, Hartland Road, London NW1 8HR | £495.00 | |
24 Jun 2027 Thursday | 18:00 - 20:30 | Short course8 evenings | EmmaChesterman | London School of Furniture MakingArch 21 Hartland Road Arches, Hartland Road, London NW1 8HR | £495.00 |
Thu 21 Jan, 18:00 - 20:30
Book now8 evenings8 eveningsThu 18:00£495EmmaChestermanLondon School of Furniture MakingThu 28 Jan, 18:00 - 20:30
8 evenings8 eveningsThu 18:00£495EmmaChestermanLondon School of Furniture MakingThu 4 Feb, 18:00 - 20:30
8 evenings8 eveningsThu 18:00£495EmmaChestermanLondon School of Furniture MakingThu 11 Feb, 18:00 - 20:30
8 evenings8 eveningsThu 18:00£495EmmaChestermanLondon School of Furniture MakingThu 18 Feb, 18:00 - 20:30
8 evenings8 eveningsThu 18:00£495EmmaChestermanLondon School of Furniture MakingThu 25 Feb, 18:00 - 20:30
8 evenings8 eveningsThu 18:00£495EmmaChestermanLondon School of Furniture MakingThu 4 Mar, 18:00 - 20:30
8 evenings8 eveningsThu 18:00£495EmmaChestermanLondon School of Furniture MakingThu 11 Mar, 18:00 - 20:30
8 evenings8 eveningsThu 18:00£495EmmaChestermanLondon School of Furniture MakingThu 17 Jun, 18:00 - 20:30
8 evenings8 eveningsThu 18:00£495EmmaChestermanLondon School of Furniture MakingThu 24 Jun, 18:00 - 20:30
8 evenings8 eveningsThu 18:00£495EmmaChestermanLondon School of Furniture Making
