Wooden Carrier

1865 Big Hill Road,Berea KY 40403

25 February, 2023

Description

Date(s): February 25 & 26. 9am - 5pm. Two class days Instructor: Andy Glenn Description: Join us for two days in June to build a charming cherry carrier. With a focus on hand tool woodworking, we’ll cut compound-angle dovetails at the bench to create the box before adding the bent lamination handle and nailed bottom. The handle detailing is created with a single carving tool. You’ll leave with the skills to create them in all sizes. Early examples are credited to Shaker communities who used the wooden carrier in their medicinal herb business. Like much of the Shaker design, the carrier combines both beauty and utility. Open to beginners (though familiarity with the tools is beneficial.) Participants need to bring a small kit of tools for the class (we’ll have extras of tools if your kit isn’t complete). Tool List: Combination SquareBevel Gauge (two, if you have them)Chisels (¼”, ½” and 1”) or entire set. An ⅛” chisel is helpful but not necessary.MalletMarking/Cutting GaugeDovetail sawSmoothing PlaneHammerMarking KnifeCoping Saw (if you own one)Optional: Small v-carving tool (for cutting in the hatching on the handle).