A LOCAL PRO WORKSHOP - BUILD A MISSION STYLE CHAIR -
Local Pro Instructor: CHARLES FREEBORN
Class Assistants: Doug Drake & Mark Klein
Students: 6
Prerequisites:
*Pantorouter not required if student completed the Mission Style Stool Class)
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced.
Class Goal: To build a mission style chair using mortise & tenon joinery
General Description:
In this 5 session course, we will build a simple Mission Style side chair. It will feature traditional mortise and tenon layout and modernized floating tenon construction. We will study the working drawings, learn how materials take off and cut lists are generated from the plans and how those plans translate into the parts of the chair. When all the parts are fabricated, we’ll assemble the chair using different clamping and assembly fixtures. Our goal is for every participant to complete their chair in the allocated time. We’ll discuss various upholstery or woven seat options and If time allows, fabricate the necessary parts for the upholstery. We will also discuss different options for staining and finishing your chair which you can tackle on your own at home. Join us for a fun, informative and productive class.
Tools Used: Table saw, Bandsaw, Routers, PantoRouter
Tools, Equipment or Materials needed: If available, bring your pocket square, tape measure, 6” rule, speed square, bevel gauge, marking knife, chisels, block plane, etc. .
Bring your own Personal Protective Equipment.
Guild will provide pre-milled lumber parts, tenon stock patterns, jigs/templates and project supplies.
If needed, check out the Guild Scholarship Program to see if you qualify for scholarship funding.
The Guild promotes and encourages all members to act responsibly in matters of health and safety by adhering to the following measures:
Staying Home When Sick: Members are urged to prioritize their health and the health of others by refraining from attending Guild events, workshops, or gatherings when experiencing symptoms of a contagious illness, especially those associated with RSV, flu or COVID-19.
Class Cancellation Policy - full refund when cancelled with 7 days prior notice, or emergency. Please see policy for details.
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