This James Krenov style cabinet is an introduction to classic cabinet making and covers a range of traditional techniques. This is the perfect follow on from the Introduction to Fine Woodworking course, building on those foundation skills.
The focus of this class is precision and hand skills, with much of the time being dedicated to hand cutting dovetails and the finer details of craftsmanship. Your journey will combine traditional carcase construction with coopering techniques to create this lovely cabinet with a curved door.
Techniques covered include:
o Hand cut through dovetails and half blind dovetails
o Rebates on the router table
o Drawer making and fitting
o Fitting knife hinges
o Coopering
o Veneering
o Making and fitting a French cleat
o Glue up techniques
o Finishing techniques
This course was developed in 2013 by the late Thorkild Hansen - a tutor and maker long associated with our school. This well-loved project has been reintroduced to our short course programme in memory of Thorkild and as a legacy to a perfect and timeless project that gifts the student with essential skills and techniques that elevate your woodworking skills to the next level.
Course Dates
6th - 17th October 2025
Course Fee
$2500 including all materials.
Tutor
Lou Fuller and Tony Clark
If you require any further information or would like to enrol, please complete the form below or call (03) 545 2674.
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