2 Full Scholarships (covers Tuition and Housing)

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Have you ever wanted to try woodworking but need help knowing where to start? If so, Woodworking 101 might be just for you! In this workshop, Mechanic and Flowers will guide participants through the woodshop, focusing on power and hand tools. Participants will become acquainted with the woodshop while learning empowering skills that can last a lifetime. While creating a one-of-a-kind object, participants will learn techniques including design, marking, measuring, milling, assembly, and finishing. This class is for folks who have yet to gain experience, as well as those who have some experience but want a space to ask questions and push their skills.

Who should apply: All applicants should have little to no woodworking experience and must identify as historically excluded or under-represented in the field of woodworking.

2 Full Scholarships (covers Tuition and Materials)

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Before crafting this English-style chair, designed by Australia’s first Windsor chairmaker, students will explore the rich backstory behind this unique experience and develop their own chairmaking and woodturning skills.

Who should apply: All applicants should identify as historically excluded or under-represented in the field of woodworking.

4 Full Scholarships (covers Tuition and Materials)

Applications Open: Feb 16 - March 9, 2025

This seven day class will take you, step-by-step, through the process of hand crafting a 2-Slat Post & Rung Side Chair, inspired by the chair designs of Brian Boggs. Because class size is limited to four students, you get personalized instruction and can work at your own pace. Every process is broken down into small, manageable steps so that you can concentrate on mastering one task at a time before moving onto the next.

Who should apply: All applicants must identify as historically excluded or under-represented in the field of woodworking, and should be beginners in woodworking or chairmaking.

2 Full Scholarships (covers Tuition, Housing, and Food)

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Combine your interest in tool making with an introduction to Windsor chair making. Learn the process of making a traditional wooden spokeshave, a versatile tool that is integral to building chairs and other hand-carved wooden objects. Then, use your spokeshave to build a three-legged stool with a carved seat. This fast-paced class is ideal for students who want to build strong hand tool woodworking skills.

Who should apply: Applicants of all skill levels are welcome and must identify as historically excluded or under-represented in the field of woodworking.

4 Full Scholarships (covers Tuition and Materials)

Application Close: April 22, 2025

Explore the essential fundamentals of working with hand tools while creating a beautiful 3-leg stool with a free-form seat. The stool, echoing the fluid style of Wharton Esherick’s famous design, is a satisfying project that covers several fundamental handtool techniques that will be discussed in detail. The splayed legs and hand-shaped seat create a light, strong, and comfortable stool.

Who should apply: Applicants of all skill levels are welcome and must identify as historically excluded or under-represented in the field of woodworking.

4 Full Scholarships (covers Tuition and Materials)

Applications Open: April 28 - May 18, 2025

Learn the essential processes of building a post & rung chair while learning how to instruct a chair class. Utilizing machines and hand tools, we’ll use the 2-Slat Post & Rung Side Chair to teach future teachers.

Who should apply: Applicants should have woodworking and/or chairmaking experience, and must identify as historically excluded or under-represented in the field of woodworking.

8 Sliding-Scale Scholarships

Applications Open: May 5 - May 26, 2025

This class is being held for folks who identify as trans or non-binary, who have a curiosity on how to transform wood using hand carving and shaping techniques. earn how to transform wood using hand carving and shaping techniques. There will be an emphasis on design and expression. Experiment with color, texture, and form as you develop your own personal style. Discuss how to apply your skills to furniture, functional objects, and wood sculpture. To encourage your ongoing practice, dive into tool care, sharpening, and learn how to create a viable hand-tool workspace at home. Projects and discussions will be geared toward all levels of experience.

Who should apply: Trans and non-binary applicants of all skill levels are welcome.

1 Full Scholarship (covers Tuition, Housing, and Food)

Applications Open: June 2 - June 23, 2025
Notification of Award: Mid-July

Using traditional Shaker tape and repurposed chairs, create uniquely handwoven seats based on patterns such as houndstooth, canvas weave, and twill. This class is a deep exploration of woven patterns, starting with several weavings in paper, then translating those patterns into handwoven seats. Leave the week with a new understanding of weave structure and a selection of beautiful, functional chairs for your home.

Who should apply: Applicants of all skill levels are welcome and must identify as historically excluded or under-represented in the field of woodworking.

6 Full Scholarships (includes Tuition, Materials, and some meals)

Applications Open: June 15 - July 6, 2025

Build a comb-back stick chair – one of the most popular forms. The construction process is a combination of heavy hand-tool use with some assistance from the bandsaw. The emphasis of this class is on building beautiful chairs with few tools – and even fewer jigs.

Who should apply: All applicants must identify as historically excluded or under-represented in the field of woodworking and should have an educational practice.

6 Full Scholarships(covers Tuition, Materials, and some meals)

Applications Open: July 18 - August 8, 2025

Build a handsome tool chest as a great three-day introduction to several bedrock hand-tool joinery techniques: dovetails, dados, and rabbets. Plus, learn how to cut a fingernail molding, raise a pane, and use cut nails as you explore rules for carcass construction. By the end of Day 3, you'll be able to pop all your tools in your new chest (which fits in the back of almost any car) for your drive home.

Who should apply: All applicants must identify as historically excluded or under-represented in the field of woodworking. Beginners are welcome.

2 Full Scholarships (covers Tuition, Housing, and Materials)

Applications Open: July 14 - August 4, 2025

Build a Windsor Balloon Back or Fan Back Side Chair with Chairmaker Luke A. Barnett. Students will join us for a 5-day class. Students can choose to build either a balloon back or a fan back side chair. You will learn both techniques in class. We will start with logs on Monday morning and finish with a balloon back OR fan back side chair on Friday.

Who should apply: All applicants must identify as historically excluded or under-represented in the field of woodworking. Additionally, we encourage individuals who would not normally have an opportunity like this to apply.