Calendar

Dec
1
Sat
Advanced Joinery @ Bull Valley Hardwood
Dec 1 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

This class will explore in detail:

  • Three of the more advanced joints (and various types of each)
    • Lap Joints
    • Mortise-and-Tenon Joints
    • Dovetail Joints
  • The common use for each of these
  • Describe/Demonstrate how to lay out each
  • Demonstrate how to make the joints with hand tools and/or power tools

There is a $25.00 charge for this class.  Please register and pay in advance.

Dec
15
Sat
Wood Veneer Class @ Bull Valley Hardwood
Dec 15 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

In this class, we’ll discuss the many uses of hardwood veneer, the pros and cons of using hardwood veneers over solid hardwood, veneering tools and supplies, such as adhesives, shooting boards, veneer saws, substrates and water tape. We’ll show you how to cut veneer, create perfect seams, glue your pieces to a substrate, the proper use of substrates and how to trim veneer to size.  Well also cover inlays and the process of cutting your own veneers.  In addition, we will demonstrate how to re-saw lumber to make your own veneer.

There is a $25.00 charge for this class.  Please register and pay in advance.

Jan
5
Sat
Simple Project with Hand Tools Class – Series @ Bull Valley Hardwood
Jan 5 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

At this session we will show, discuss and demonstrate how to make various jigs that can be used with hand tools and machine tools.  If you make a number of the same things, jigs will help you to make them quicker and more accurate.

There is a $45.00 charge for this class.  Please register and pay in advance.

Jan
12
Sat
Simple Project with Hand Tools Class – Series @ Bull Valley Hardwood
Jan 12 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

At this session we will show, discuss and demonstrate how to make various jigs that can be used with hand tools and machine tools.  If you make a number of the same things, jigs will help you to make them quicker and more accurate.

There is a $45.00 charge for this class.  Please register and pay in advance.

Jan
26
Sat
Jigs: Designing, Making & Using Class @ Bull Valley Hardwood
Jan 26 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

At this session we will show, discuss and demonstrate how to make various jigs that can be used with hand tools and machine tools.  If you make a number of the same things, jigs will help you to make them quicker and more accurate.

There is a $25.00 charge for this class.  Please register and pay in advance.

Mar
23
Sat
Steam Bending Class @ Bull Valley Hardwood
Mar 23 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

At this session we will talk about how to bend wood and where you may need bent wood parts.  We will discuss the best types of wood that bend and demonstrate how you can bend them with and without steaming them.

There is a $25.00 charge for this class.  Please register and pay in advance.

Apr
6
Sat
Make-A-Project Class – Series @ Bull Valley Hardwood
Apr 6 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

This class that will consist of multiple sessions.  The overall result of this class is to make a coffee table, end table, or night stand.  All those enrolled will be making the exact same table.  The differences will be the type of wood that you choose and the type of finish.

During the first class, we will be discussing design, sketching, and drawing.  In addition we will be discussing the type of joinery needed for the project.  We will also talk about laying out a Bill of Materials and a cutting list in addition to creating a Plan of Procedure.  If time allows, we will also talk about the selection of wood for this project.

During the second class, we will want you to bring in your Bill of Materials and Plan of Procedure.  You will have the opportunity to pick out the wood that you would like to use and then we will discuss and demonstrate how to rough cut the pieces; get them cut to the final size and lay-out the joinery.  If time allows, we will also demonstrate how to cut the joinery.

During the third class, we will continue to discuss and demonstrate the joinery.  We will also show how to prep the pieces before finishing and discuss a variety of different finishes that you can use.

During the last class, we will check your project and perhaps do some finishing in the class.

There is a minimal charge for this class: $150.00. This charge does not include the materials to build the project. You will have an opportunity to select and purchase the materials from Bull Valley Hardwood, during the second class.

Seating is limited to 10 students. These classes fill up quickly, so do not wait to reserve your seat! Please call the store to register. Call: 815.701.9400 and press “1” to reserve your seat.

 

 

Apr
20
Sat
Make-A-Project Class – Series @ Bull Valley Hardwood
Apr 20 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

This class that will consist of multiple sessions.  The overall result of this class is to make a coffee table, end table, or night stand.  All those enrolled will be making the exact same table.  The differences will be the type of wood that you choose and the type of finish.

During the first class, we will be discussing design, sketching, and drawing.  In addition we will be discussing the type of joinery needed for the project.  We will also talk about laying out a Bill of Materials and a cutting list in addition to creating a Plan of Procedure.  If time allows, we will also talk about the selection of wood for this project.

During the second class, we will want you to bring in your Bill of Materials and Plan of Procedure.  You will have the opportunity to pick out the wood that you would like to use and then we will discuss and demonstrate how to rough cut the pieces; get them cut to the final size and lay-out the joinery.  If time allows, we will also demonstrate how to cut the joinery.

During the third class, we will continue to discuss and demonstrate the joinery.  We will also show how to prep the pieces before finishing and discuss a variety of different finishes that you can use.

During the last class, we will check your project and perhaps do some finishing in the class.

There is a minimal charge for this class: $150.00. This charge does not include the materials to build the project. You will have an opportunity to select and purchase the materials from Bull Valley Hardwood, during the second class.

Seating is limited to 10 students. These classes fill up quickly, so do not wait to reserve your seat! Please call the store to register. Call: 815.701.9400 and press “1” to reserve your seat.

 

 

May
11
Sat
Make-A-Project Class – Series @ Bull Valley Hardwood
May 11 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

This class that will consist of multiple sessions.  The overall result of this class is to make a coffee table, end table, or night stand.  All those enrolled will be making the exact same table.  The differences will be the type of wood that you choose and the type of finish.

During the first class, we will be discussing design, sketching, and drawing.  In addition we will be discussing the type of joinery needed for the project.  We will also talk about laying out a Bill of Materials and a cutting list in addition to creating a Plan of Procedure.  If time allows, we will also talk about the selection of wood for this project.

During the second class, we will want you to bring in your Bill of Materials and Plan of Procedure.  You will have the opportunity to pick out the wood that you would like to use and then we will discuss and demonstrate how to rough cut the pieces; get them cut to the final size and lay-out the joinery.  If time allows, we will also demonstrate how to cut the joinery.

During the third class, we will continue to discuss and demonstrate the joinery.  We will also show how to prep the pieces before finishing and discuss a variety of different finishes that you can use.

During the last class, we will check your project and perhaps do some finishing in the class.

There is a minimal charge for this class: $150.00. This charge does not include the materials to build the project. You will have an opportunity to select and purchase the materials from Bull Valley Hardwood, during the second class.

Seating is limited to 10 students. These classes fill up quickly, so do not wait to reserve your seat! Please call the store to register. Call: 815.701.9400 and press “1” to reserve your seat.

 

 

Jan
17
Fri
3-Day Woodturning Workshop with Greg Gallegos @ Bull Valley Hardwood - Mill/Shop Location
Jan 17 @ 9:00 am – Jan 19 @ 5:00 pm
3-Day Woodturning Workshop with Greg Gallegos @ Bull Valley Hardwood - Mill/Shop Location
Greg’s Biography:
Greg Gallegos has been artistically inclined since he was very young. He was heavily into wood shop in high school and first fell in love with the lathe there. It took him another ten years after high school to be able to purchase a lathe.
After years of properly learning the craft and practicing the skills, Greg felt he was ready to start selling. He started with the local craft and art markets, which lead to several large national shows.
These days, Greg has settled into a fairly normal routine of being spontaneously creative at times and then prodigiously productive at other times. Trying to find a happy medium…not likely to happen but…Greg loves wood with a passion which keeps him wondering what the next piece of wood he cuts into will show him. He tries not to limit himself to a particular set of skills. He has turned just about everything there is to turn and loves them all. Hollow forms, natural edge bowls, functional tableware bowls in production runs, whimsical pieces, and decorative carving as well. Greg gravitates towards working with green wood to completion, as he really feels that it gives the wood its most simplistic forms and keeps the organic quality of the wood intact.
Class Description:
Although the class is setup as follows, adjustments to the curriculum can be made, based on the student feedback at the beginning of the workshop!
  • In this workshop Greg will go over the basics of turning green wood to completion from start to finish.
  • Projects we will cover are Podlets(wooden flowers), wooden pots and an intro into hollow vessel turning.
Topics covered for all three projects will be:
  • Wood selection
  • Grain alignment
  • Proper tool approach
  • Microwave drying
  • Texture-surface decoration
  • Finishing
You will learn how Greg approaches each of these projects from picking the wood, to how to use attractive figure in the wood to your benefit. You’ll also learn how to get the maximum amount of movement out of your green wood, for those projects that are enhanced by the wood movement. Greg will also talk about turning green wood and how you can take a different look at turning through this lens, to create unique and one of a kind pieces.
This class will be held Friday, Saturday & Sunday – January 17th, 18th & 19th, 2020!
Everything you will need for this class will be provided, although you are welcome to bring your own tools if you wish to.
Lunch & Snacks will be provided.
Call: 815.701.9400 and press “1” to speak with one of our staff members to reserve your seat.
Class Fees: One class – $525.00
Material Fees: $55.00
This is a non-refundable, “pre-paid” class to hold your position for the event.
This three day class will be held at the new Bull Valley Hardwood woodturning education facility – January 17th, 18th & 19th, 2020
Facility Location: 18014 Collins Rd, Woodstock, IL 60098