Joinery Evening Taster

About this course

Participants make a half-lap joint from scratch, working through accurate measuring and marking, straight sawing, and waste removal. They then use a sharp chisel to refine the joint and review the quality of their work, including what could be improved. The session uses practical instruction and active tool work rather than a theory-heavy introduction, with a maximum of eight participants allowing for instructor attention.

What you'll learn

• Measure and mark wood accurately
• Saw along a marked line
• Remove waste with a hand saw
• Refine a joint using a sharp chisel
• Assess the quality of a half-lap joint

Is this course right for you?

The session is designed for complete beginners, including people who have never used a chisel. Participation involves active tool use in a small group, with up to eight learners and instructor attention.

• No previous woodworking experience is needed
• Suitable for learners who have not used a chisel before
• Maximum group size of eight participants

Before you go

• All tools and materials are provided.