The best way to enjoy a summer evening, watching a sunset from an Adirondack chair, is more satisfying knowing you built the chair yourself. Learn to use tools safely with us while building this beautiful piece of outdoor furniture.

Carpentry fundamentals taught in this course include tools of the trade, measuring and marking, using hand- and circular- saws, assembly with screws and nails, and understanding wood as a material. Students build a pair of sawhorses.

In this 5-day class, students learn the fundamentals of stick framing, the process by which most modern houses are constructed. In this course we frame a tiny house, but the techniques learned can be applied to any structure.

Carpentry fundamentals taught in this course include tools of the trade, measuring and marking, using hand- and circular- saws, assembly with screws and nails, and understanding wood as a material. Students build a pair of sawhorses.

Sheathing creates a continuous barrier around your house, keeping weather and wind out, AND it reinforces the structure by creating lateral stability. Learn the theory of drying-in a house, and get hands on practice on the 2024 tiny house project.

The first line of defense against water infiltration into your house is your roof.  As a homeowner, you have many choices of roofing materials, and in this class we discuss how to evaluate your options while practicing hands-on skills.

Covering the same content as our 2-Day Basic Carpentry Skills courses, this course serves as a joyful affinity space specifically for genderqueer and non-binary students.

Winter is Coming! Will you stay warm? In this class, we will learn the theory and practice of insulation and energy efficiency while insulating the 2024 tiny house.  We will discuss the pros and cons of insulation types, as well as air and vapor barriers, and air quality control.

Carpentry fundamentals taught in this course include tools of the trade, measuring and marking, using hand- and circular- saws, assembly with screws and nails, and understanding wood as a material. Students build a pair of sawhorses.

The best way to enjoy a summer evening, watching a sunset from an Adirondack chair, is more satisfying knowing you built the chair yourself. Learn to use tools safely with us while building this beautiful piece of outdoor furniture.

Carpentry fundamentals taught in this course include tools of the trade, measuring and marking, using hand- and circular- saws, assembly with screws and nails, and understanding wood as a material. Students build a pair of sawhorses.

After a house is sheathed, finish carpenters cover rough materials with finish surfaces, and then cover the transitions with trim. Learn professional tricks for how to make your exterior window and corner board trim long lasting and good looking.

Interior trim is where the dividing line between carpenters and woodworkers becomes grey. If you’re a rough carpenter looking for more refinement, or a fussy woodworker eager to work on bigger projects, this class is for you.

Siding is a house's first line of defense against water. This 3-day course covers how to prevent water infiltration and promote drying in your siding system.  We’ll look at what factors influence siding choices, including performance, cost, and aesthetics.

The best way to enjoy a summer evening, watching a sunset from an Adirondack chair, is more satisfying knowing you built the chair yourself. Learn to use tools safely with us while building this beautiful piece of outdoor furniture.

Carpentry fundamentals taught in this course include tools of the trade, measuring and marking, using hand- and circular- saws, assembly with screws and nails, and understanding wood as a material. Students build a pair of sawhorses.

You’ve heard the adage: “Electrical wiring is no hobby – hire an electrician.” This phrase is true, but fear of electricity can lead to ignorance about how it works, putting you in more danger. In this class, we teach electricity fundamentals, including when to hire a pro.

Carpentry fundamentals taught in this course include tools of the trade, measuring and marking, using hand- and circular- saws, assembly with screws and nails, and understanding wood as a material. Students build a pair of sawhorses.

Do you want to renovate your kitchen? Building cabinets requires some specialized equipment, but if you are willing to put in time and effort, you can build a kitchen to your exact specifications. In this class we build cabinet and drawer boxes for the tiny house kitchen.

Once cabinet carcasses are built, the aesthetic of your kitchen is determined by your doors and drawer fronts. In this class we learn to build frame and panel doors and solid drawer front which can be used in cabinetry and furniture alike.

Build a beautiful bookcase while refining your woodworking skills in this 3-day course. Hone your measuring skills, build proficiency on tools including the planer, miter saw, router, and table saw. Learn joinery fundamentals.

Are you detail oriented (or interested in becoming so)? Kumiko is a delicate Japanese craft traditionally used to create shoji screens. In this course you will refine your hand saw and chisel skills while creating a beautiful asa-no-ha panel.

Refine your woodworking skills while building a pair of boxes. Use the table saw and miter saw to safely process rough materials and cut miter joints, practice using a variety of jigs, and experiment with several finishes including oil, shellac, milk paint and wax.