Adirondack Chair Course 02/03/2019
2019-03-02 09:00 - 2019-03-03 17:00 (Europe/London) | Bevel Woodworking School, Fethard-on-Sea, Co. Wexford, Ireland
Two Day Adirondack Chair Course
This a 2 day course (9am to 5pm each day)and during the two days you make the beautiful Adirondack chair. Using Scandinavian pine you will be building a chair that will last for many years. With step-by-step instructions from a master craftsman you will be learning how to use a variety of tools including a handsaw, hand plane, jigsaw, spokeshave, bevel, battery screw gun, wood chisel, measuring tape and square.
Working in a fully equipped workshop, meeting a few new people as you work through the class together. You may surprise even yourself at how much you will enjoy the process and taking home your chair will give you great sense of achievement.
As its a two day course, you have the perfect chance to see some of Hook Peninsula and its spectacular beaches, historic sites and visitor attractions.

Adirondack Chair Course 09/03/2019
2019-03-09 09:00 - 2019-03-10 17:00

Workbench Course 23/03/2019
2019-03-23 09:00 - 2019-03-24 17:00
Two Day Workbench Course
So would you like to have your own workbench, to enable you to work in your own environment, at your own pace and undisturbed? If yes is your answer then here are the details.
This is a two-day course in which you will construct your own workbench from 90mm x 90mm timber with 225mm x 60mm planks in the top. Some variables in size will be allowed. Some experience is necessary for this course. Material cost is all included with the exception of the vice. The cost of a vice is not included, but you can purchase your own and fit it to the bench on the course.
If you need some advice on what vice to purchase please ask, and we will guide you. You will complete a piece that will enable you to undertake your own woodwork projects in your own workspace.

Adirondack Chair Course 06/04/2019
2019-04-06 09:00 - 2019-04-07 17:00
Two Day Adirondack Chair Course
This is a 2 day course (9am to 5pm each day). During the two days, you make the beautiful Adirondack chair. Using Scandinavian pine you will be building a chair that will last for many years. With step-by-step instructions from a master craftsman, you will be learning how to use a variety of tools including a handsaw, hand plane, jigsaw, spokeshave, bevel, battery screw gun, wood chisel, measuring tape and square.
Working in a fully equipped workshop, meeting a few new people as you work through the class together. You may surprise even yourself at how much you will enjoy the process and taking home your chair will give you a great sense of achievement.
As its a two day course, you have the perfect chance to see some of Hook Peninsula and its spectacular beaches, historic sites and visitor attractions.

Adirondack Chair Course 04/05/2019
2019-05-04 09:00 - 2019-05-05 17:00
Two Day Adirondack Chair Course
This is a 2 day course (9am to 5pm each day). During the two days, you make the beautiful Adirondack chair. Using Scandinavian pine you will be building a chair that will last for many years. With step-by-step instructions from a master craftsman, you will be learning how to use a variety of tools, including a handsaw, hand plane, jigsaw, spokeshave, bevel, battery screw gun, wood chisel, measuring tape and square.
Working in a fully equipped workshop, meeting a few new people as you work through the class together. You may surprise even yourself at how much you will enjoy the process and taking home your chair will give you a great sense of achievement.
As its a two day course, you have the perfect chance to see some of Hook Peninsula and its spectacular beaches, historic sites and visitor attractions.

Carving a Woodspirit 11/05/2019
2019-05-11 09:00 - 17:00
This is a wonderful introduction to the Workshop environment.
Carving the Woodspirit is one day course. You will discover that it is a very hands-on experience, but not just your hands, your full attention will be engaged. You will be using carving chisels and a timber mallet, and your energy and imagination will be drawn in as you progress. Your own creativity will have space to develop, with careful guidance and plenty of encouragement from your tutor Tommy. The project is different for everybody who takes part because each finished piece is unique.
This is a great day out, you will enjoy learning a new skill or improve your carving if you have already tried it before, you will enjoy focusing your mind on the task and you will be surprised at what you can create.

Celtic Carving 25/05/2019
2019-05-25 09:00 - 17:00
One Day Wood Carving
Come and share a wonderful day with a group of novice carvers. This one day course is perfect for complete beginners. Wood carving is a skill which requires practice and lots of people choose to repeat the day as there are many different carving options.
The workshop is cosy, the atmosphere is relaxed, and the kettle is always boiled.
Using sharp wood chisels and a timber mallet from your own tool cabinet, you will be working at your own spacious workbench and will learn various techniques while creating a two-dimensional piece in lime wood.
The process is enjoyable and the results are always surprising!
Consider this as part of a weekend or day out to the historic Hook Peninsula.

Bird House Course 26/05/2019
2019-05-26 09:00 - 17:00
Build a Beautiful Birdhouse in Stunning Redwood
This is a perfect one day course for this time of year, just as Spring arrives and the birds start to build their nests.
This elegant birdhouse design in Irish Redwood, will add character in any garden environment and has all the qualities to last well outside in our Irish weather.
It is designed with all the correct measurements to suit the birds and in building it you will use new tools that you may not have tried previously. No experience is necessary for this course, and the day spent in the workshop is relaxing and enjoyable and very rewarding.
In joining us and building your Birdhouse, you will also pick up new woodworking skills. We look forward to welcoming you to this course.

Adirondack Chair Course 08/06/2019
2019-06-08 09:00 - 2019-06-09 17:00

Hardwood Lamp Table 15/06/2019
2019-06-15 09:00 - 2019-06-16 17:00
Two Day Course to Build a Hardwood Lamp Table
Cabinetmaking is to the fore with this two day course. Working in Cherry or Walnut timber, you will learn a process which can be applied to a table of any size.
The table will be 600mm wide X 600mm deep X 600mm high
You will learn how to edge match the boards for your table top, how to join the rails into the legs, and how to assemble the table. The table will be ready for a finish at home with your choice of wax, oil, etc. Tommy will advise on various options to suit your own taste and requirements.
At the end of the two days, you will leave the workshop having completed a beautiful hardwood Lamp Table which can be used in any room of your house.
For this course, no experience is necessary, as you will be guided through the process step by step, but it is an advantage if you have already completed a course with us.

Adirondack Chair Course 06/07/2019
2019-07-06 09:00 - 2019-07-07 17:00

****New**** Marquetry Course 13/07/2019
2019-07-13 09:00 - 17:00
This is a new one day course which we have run a few times with some local groups, and we are happy to offer it now as part of our schedule. Marquetry is the ancient art of combining different timber veneers together to create a design or a picture. We have a number of templates we can work with to create your first marquetry picture and the exciting part is, once you can master the technique, the possibilities are endless.
It doesn’t matter if you consider yourself artistic or not, this is a relaxing and rewarding type of woodwork and we invite you to come to try it for yourself
We will be using a range of veneers, including walnut, cherry, beech, birch and oak and you can choose from a range of design for your first Marquetry project

Rustic Log Stool 26/07/2019
2019-07-26 09:00 - 17:00
This one day course is suited for the summer, because we will be working outdoors for the day. We have trialled this great course with a local group and are now ready to include it in our schedule
In this course, you will be using the tools of the Bodger. Bodgers were highly skilled itinerant wood-turners, who worked in the beech woods of the Chiltern Hills. The term and trade also spread to Ireland and Scotland. You will make your own Log Stool from a trunk of Ash, using the shave horse to hold the timber, and the froe, beetle and drawknife to shape the timber.
We will work in our own garden space at the woodwork school, so if the weather is not suitable we can work indoors instead. A really productive and enjoyable day, with a unique finished stool at the end.
As the course is scheduled for a Friday, make it part of a weekend on Hook Peninsula

Celtic Carving 27/07/2019
2019-07-27 09:00 - 17:00

Carving a Woodspirit 01/08/2019
2019-08-01 09:00 - 17:00
This is a wonderful introduction to the Workshop environment.
Carving the Woodspirit is one day course. You will discover that it is a very hands-on experience, but not just your hands, your full attention will be engaged. You will be using carving chisels and a timber mallet, and your energy and imagination will be drawn in as you progress. Your own creativity will have space to develop, with careful guidance and plenty of encouragement from your tutor Tommy. The project is different for everybody who takes part because each finished piece is unique.
This is a great day out, you will enjoy learning a new skill or improve your carving if you have already tried it before, you will enjoy focusing your mind on the task and you will be surprised at what you can create.
This course runs on a Thursday, rather than a weekend day, just for a change.

Adirondack Chair Course 03/08/2019
2019-08-03 09:00 - 2019-08-04 17:00

****New**** Marquetry Course 10/08/2019
2019-08-10 09:00 - 17:00
This is a new one day course which we have run a few times with some local groups, and we are happy to offer it now as part of our schedule. Marquetry is the ancient art of combining different timber veneers together to create a design or a picture. We have a number of templates we can work with to create your first marquetry picture and the exciting part is, once you can master the technique, the possibilities are endless.
It doesn’t matter if you consider yourself artistic or not, this is a relaxing and rewarding type of woodwork and we invite you to come to try it for yourself
We will be using a range of veneers, including walnut, cherry, beech, birch and oak and you can choose from a range of design for your first Marquetry project.

Workbench Course 17/08/2019
2019-08-17 09:00 - 2019-08-18 17:00

Bird House Course 21/09/2019
2019-09-21 09:00 - 17:00

Adirondack Chair Course 28/09/2019
2019-09-28 09:00 - 2019-09-29 17:00

Mackintosh Chair 12/10/2019
2019-10-12 09:00 - 2019-10-13 17:00
The world-renowned Argyle Chair was designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh in 1897 for tearooms in Glasgow
This two-day course aims to make cabinet making accessible to everybody. If you have already done a course with Bevel Woodworking School it will be an advantage, but it is not a necessity, it’s only necessary that it appeals to you.
The classic Mortice and Tenon joint is the mainstay of this chair and you will be using a morticer to assist you in the assembly. You will also be using the hand plane, block plane, tenon saw, jigsaw, spokeshave, chisels, bobbin sander and more.
You will make your chair from solid Beech specially prepared for this project and you will take home your very own Mackintosh Chair, crafted by you, which will become a family Heirloom
The upholstery and finish will not be included in the two days, but a seat blank is included which you can have upholstered to suit your own decor.

Adirondack Chair Course 19/10/2019
2019-10-19 08:00 - 2019-10-20 17:00
Two Day Adirondack Chair Course
This is a 2 day course (9am to 5pm each day). During the two days, you make the beautiful Adirondack chair. Using Scandinavian pine you will be building a chair that will last for many years. With step-by-step instructions from a master craftsman, you will be learning how to use a variety of tools including a handsaw, hand plane, jigsaw, spokeshave, bevel, battery screw gun, wood chisel, measuring tape and square.
Working in a fully equipped workshop, meeting a few new people as you work through the class together. You may surprise even yourself at how much you will enjoy the process and taking home your chair will give you a great sense of achievement.
As it’s a two-day course, you have the perfect chance to see some of Hook Peninsula and its spectacular beaches, historic sites and visitor attractions.

Bird House Course 02/11/2019
2019-11-02 09:00 - 17:00
Build a Beautiful Birdhouse in Stunning Redwood
This is a perfect one day course for any time of year, not just as Spring arrives and the birds start to build their nests.
This elegant birdhouse design in Irish Redwood, will add character in any garden environment and has all the qualities to last well outside in our Irish weather.
It is designed with all the correct measurements to suit the birds and in building it you will use new tools that you may not have tried previously. No experience is necessary for this course, and the day spent in the workshop is relaxing and enjoyable and very rewarding.
When you join us to build your Birdhouse, you will also pick up new woodworking skills. We look forward to welcoming you to this course.

Adirondack Chair Course 16/11/2019
2019-11-16 09:00 - 2019-11-17 17:00

Tool Sharpening and Tuning 23/11/2019
2019-11-23 09:00 - 17:00
One Day Tool Tune-Up
This course is designed to show you how to sharpen and fine-tune your own woodwork tools.
It is relevant for brand new and used tools.
Most tools when purchased new are not fit for use and need the grinding angle to be corrected and other adjustments to be made.
We will focus on flat and carving woodworking chisels, also a range of hand planes and the spokeshave. You are welcome to bring along your own tools on the day to sharpen and tune.
The course will facilitate you using a number of different sharpening methods, which will include the electric waterstone, the oilstone, the diamond stone and the leather strop. You will also learn how to maintain each of the sharpening tools, so that you can maintain your own tools at home.

Adirondack Chair Course 09/01/2020 *Note Thurs/Fri Course *
2020-01-09 09:00 - 2020-01-10 17:00
Two Day Adirondack Chair Course (Thursday /Friday)
This is a 2 day course (9am to 5pm each day). During the two days, you make the beautiful Adirondack chair. Using Scandinavian pine you will be building a chair that will last for many years. With step-by-step instructions from a master craftsman, you will be learning how to use a variety of tools including a handsaw, hand plane, jigsaw, spokeshave, bevel, battery screw gun, wood chisel, measuring tape and square.
Working in a fully equipped workshop, meeting a few new people as you work through the class together. You may surprise yourself at how much you will enjoy the process and taking home your chair will give you a great sense of achievement.
As it’s a two-day course, you have the perfect chance to see some of Hook Peninsula and its spectacular beaches, historic sites and visitor attractions.
This course was originally scheduled for Sat/Sun 11th/12th Jan, but we have rescheduled to facilate another booking.

Wood Carving 18/01/2020
2020-01-18 09:00 - 17:00

Bird House Course 19/01/2020
2020-01-19 09:00 - 17:00
Build a Beautiful Birdhouse in Stunning Redwood
This is a perfect one day course for any time of year, but especially just as Spring arrives and the birds start to build their nests.
This elegant birdhouse design in Irish Redwood, will add character in any garden environment and has all the qualities to last well outside in our Irish weather.
It is designed with all the correct measurements to suit the birds and in building it you will use new tools that you may not have tried previously. No experience is necessary for this course, and the day spent in the workshop is relaxing and enjoyable and very rewarding.
When you join us to build your Birdhouse, you will also pick up new woodworking skills. We look forward to welcoming you to this course.

Carving a Woodspirit 08/02/2020
2020-02-08 09:00 - 17:00

Tool Sharpening and Tuning 09/02/2020
2020-02-09 09:00 - 17:00
