6 Days: Monday-Saturday
Tuition: $1400
Ages: 16 & Up
Instructor: Grace Ambrose
Instructional Delivery Method(s): In person
Prerequisites: None
Program Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Program Description:
Stick chairs belong to a long tradition of vernacular furniture. They are functional objects made by ordinary people with a limited number of tools from the materials they had around, whether that be dry lumber, green wood, or found branches. As a result, no two are alike.
Over the course of six days, we will construct comb-back stick chairs that attempt to channel that same spirit, working from a shared starting point that leaves plenty of room for personalization.
We will use a small set of hand tools (with some assists from the bandsaw) to learn the fundamentals of chair construction, including mortise and tenon joinery, seat saddling, and drilling compound angles. On the final day, we will also spend time working with traditional milk paint finishes and wax finishes.
With a maximum of 8 students, you'll receive personalized instruction in a fully equipped shop.
Learning Objectives:
• Explore the origins of Stick Chair design
• Discuss and become familiar with chair joinery
• Discussion and application of traditional finishes, including homemade milk paint
• Students will create a one-of-a-kind stick chair suitable for relaxing, dining, or working at a computer in
Attendance Requirements: Students must attend all days
Location: Sam Beauford Woodshop, 1375 N. Main St, Building 41, Adrian, Michigan 49221
Class Size: Maximum 8
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.
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.