Course summary
Looking for a beginner-friendly woodworking class?
With guidance from your amazing tutor Rob, you will learn how to make a picture frame including cutting, gluing, and nailing the Tasmanian Oak timber together, oiling the timber, fitting the glass and backing board, fixing the backing board into place with small nails, and also fitting wire on the back for wall hanging and dowel for a free-standing option.
You will need to attend the class on Thursday 23 November and Thursday 30 November to complete your picture frame.
Suitable for beginners.
All materials are provided.
What you will learn
- measuring, cutting, and oiling timber
- safe use of hand tools
- fitting the glass and backing board
- fixing the backing board into place with small nails
- fitting wire on the back for wall hanging and dowel for a free-standing option
What you will get
- new skills with hand tools
- take home a picture frame you have completed
- a meditative time
What you need to bring
- wear old clothes and closed-in shoes
- hair tie (if you have long hair)
- water bottle
About the tutor
Rob Nansen (Jesses Stump Blacksmithing and Bush Furniture) is a Melbourne-based artisan who works with iron and wood using traditional hand tools and techniques. Along with creating original pieces, Rob facilitates beginner workshops so others can also experience these slow and meditative crafts.
Course cost
COST: $135.00
Class availability: 7 PLACES REMAINING
Course dates
Thursday 23 November
6.30pm – 8.00pm (2 sessions)
Book this course
To enrol in this course, fill out the form below. Remember to add the details of any other students who are part of your booking.
Please note: This class requires a minimum number of students to go ahead. For this reason, we encourage students to book at least 5 days prior to the course/workshop. In the unlikely event that we don't get enough enrolments, we may need to postpone to a later date or cancel the course/workshop. You will be advised via email or text prior to the class commencing.
$135.00
7 PLACES AVAILABLE
Course gallery
The photos below are an indication of what to expect from the class.
