This event, to be held at Shaker village, will be an impromptu gathering of carvers! We will not have a set agenda. Please bring your tools and a project that you are working on or wish to work on and glean input or give help to others! If you are using power tools, please bring ... Read more
Mark Leonard has graciously agreed to teach a hands on introduction to chip carving! Chip carving is a unique style of carving using geometric patterns or freeform designs to embellish flat surfaces . Mark will supply layouts and wood for this class. Attendees are only required to provide their own chip carving knives.
*** THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. WE ARE LOOKING INTO RESCHEDULING IT IN THE FUTURE *** This demonstration will provide an overview of a recent commission of a Medici-inspired carved frame (Florence, circa 1650’s). Dan will discuss the inspiration and approach for the design, as well as demonstrate the processes and techniques to create this ... Read more
Mike DiMaggio will demonstrate techniques of sharpening gouges and knives for carvers. Woodworkers usually work with flat tools, but carving tools come in all shapes and curves that can be challenging to sharpen. Mike will show techniques to help improve our sharpening skills and ease our frustrations of dealing with dull tools! Bring any sharpening ... Read more
