Beginning Hybrid Woodworking: Hanging Wall Cabinet
5 Days: Monday - Friday, June 9th-13th, 2025, 8AM - 5 PM
Tuition: $1,200
Ages: 18 & Up
Instructor: Zack Fealk
Instructional Delivery Method(s): In person
Prerequisites: none
Program Level: Beginner, Intermediate
Program Description:
Over 5 days, you will use a combination of machines and hand tools to build an elegant wall cabinet that will quickly warm up your home. Dovetails and through wedged tenons will be the main focal point on the cabinet. We will also fit dividers in some stopped grooves and learn the artistry of drawer making.
Although the cabinet photographed is made from walnut, we will most likely be making this out of Michigan cherry with a maple shiplapped back. There also may be a slight variation to the design of the drawer and the sliding door (using pins instead of dovetails on the drawer, and the sliding door will have stiles in addition to the runner rails with a large panel inside). If there is time, we will also apply finish to our cabinets. With a maximum of 8 students, you'll receive personalized instruction in a fully equipped woodworking college.
Learning Objectives:
Learn how to make dovetails
Learn how to make through tenons
Become proficient in marking and measuring tools for easy layout
Learn proper use of bench planes, block planes, joinery planes, dovetail saw
Learn how to layout and cut dados, rabbets, grooves, mortise and tenons
Create a raised panel or shiplap style sliding door
Learn about grain selection and wood movement
Tool List: (We provide all the tools, but you are also welcome to bring your own)
Marking Gauge
Marking Knife
Square (4” - 6” - 12”)
Dovetail Saw
Crosscut Saw
Bevel Gauge
Measuring Tape
Any applicable planes and other hand tools
Attendance Requirements: Students must attend all days
Location: Sam Beauford Woodshop, 1375 N. Main St, Building 41, Adrian, Michigan 49221
Class Size: Maximum 8 students
Refund, Cancellation, and Complaint Resolution Policies
If you have any questions about this class, please contact the Administrative Office at (517) 759-3070 or email admissions@sbwi.edu.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Can I transport the cabinet in my car or on an airplane?
A: The finished cabinet is 24” x 7” x 15”. If you are flying, you could either box it up as a carry-on or ship it to your home. Boxes and packing materials are available at our local Lowe’s store.
Q: Do we apply finish in class?
A: If there is time, we will also apply finish to our cabinets.
Q: Do I need to bring tools or wood?
A: No, we provide all the tools and wood, but you are welcome to bring your tools if you prefer (see tool list above).
AIA Advance Learner Preparation: None
AIA Approved Learning Units & Type: 40 Elective
AIA CES Program Approval Expiration Date: 02/26/2028
Official AIA CES Provider Statement: Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 10009739. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3). This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
