Students will:
-review safety guidelines
-practice skills previously used
-measure, mark, and saw one piece at a time for accuracy
-use creative thinking to determine what type of dog it will be and decorate it

My "Hammer Saw Drill” woodworking classes have been widely successful with homeschool groups, in classrooms and grant-funded residencies for people with disabilities, in small-group classes in community centers, and with builders ages 2 to 100 in an intergenerational program. I created the woodworking book "Hammer Saw Drill: Woodworking Together" in collaboration with 40 children.

The curriculum is designed to empower learners of all ages and abilities, building confidence and independence through hands-on woodworking skills, the responsible use of tools, and the promotion of creativity and problem solving. 

I have 30 years experience as an art educator, and have earned both an MFA in Interdisciplinary Arts with teaching licensure, and an MA in Early Childhood Education.

My approach to teaching focuses on nurturing individuality, creativity, and discovery to help learners develop skills that enhance self-esteem. I love seeing how woodworking helps learners focus, brings them joy, and builds confidence. I keep my classes small in order to best assist each learner.

Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
I am happy to provide feedback on skills. Please send me a photo of the finished project.
Grades Offered

I designed this class for a variety of abilities. Learners from ages 3 to 100 have taken woodworking classes with me and have included people with ADHD, ASD, Down syndrome, muscular dystrophy, and cerebral palsy. 

I highly recommend learners first take "Hammer Saw Drill: Woodworking Basics" or "Hammer Saw Drill: Intro to Woodworking."  I made this chair class with the understanding that learners have previous experience and skills.