December 5, 2026
A workshop on finishes. Oil. Wax. Shellac. When to use which, how to apply each, how to fix what goes wrong. We'll work on small sample boards together, then walk through what would change on a real piece.
I'll cover the difference between a finish that protects and a finish that just shines. Most of what's at the hardware store is in the second category.
You'll leave with three finished sample boards, the recipes I use, and a working sense of when to reach for each one. Lunch included.
September 19, 2026 · Cedar Hollow Shop, Lyndonville, VT
A day in the shop learning to cut dovetails by hand. We'll start at the bench around 10 with sharp chisels and the wood already milled. By the end of the day you'll have a small box you cut yourself, plus the skills to keep doing it at home.
October 11–13, 2026 · Stowe Mountain Resort, 5781 Mountain Rd, Stowe, VT
Three days at Stowe Mountain. I'll have a small selection of finished pieces and a sample board of joinery details for anyone who wants to talk about a commission. Booth 14, near the main entrance.
I take requests when I can. Send me a note about what you'd like to learn.