Fine Woodworking: Keepsake Box Workshop [Part 2]

This event is Part 1 of a 2-Part series! Don't forget to sign up for Part 1 as well.

In this two-day hands-on course, you’ll develop essential fine woodworking skills while crafting a hardwood keepsake box to take home. Guided by an experienced instructor, you’ll learn precision techniques, safe tool operation, and professional finishing methods—building confidence and craftsmanship along the way.

This class is open to the public and has a fee to cover the cost of materials and shop time. The fee is $50 for current members of the SSD, or $150 for the general public, and it covers both days of the course. A PayPal link will be shared at the beginning of the course.

Prerequisites (must have at least one):

• Completion of Beginner Woodshop/Tool Training and Safety Class
• Prior experience using a table saw
• Watch the table saw basics video: A step-by-step guide to making your first table saw cuts. TABLESAW BASICS.

Tools You’ll Use:

• Table saw
• Jointer
• Planer
• Router
• Band saw
• Drum sander

Skills & Techniques Covered:

• Milling rough-cut lumber to prepare high-quality stock
• Jig making for precision and repeatability
• Miter spline joinery for strong, decorative box corners
• Avoiding chip-out when using various tools
• Gluing and clamping methods
• Finishing techniques for a smooth, professional look