Common Thread is an open workshop for anyone interested in hand sewing, crochet, knitting or machine sewing! Held in our Coworking Space at The Forge, Common Thread offers space, community materials and coffee each Sunday in July from 10am to 1pm - for just $20 donated entry!

You’re welcome to work by hand at any of our smaller tables, but we’ll also have machines set up for anyone who needs them. Some community materials will be made available, but please bring something to work on or the majority of the materials you will need for your project.

Looking forward to seeing you!

This is a two-session class - you must complete Part 1 and Part 2 to complete your own cutting board.

Please purchase Part 1 ($190) and register for Part 2 (free).

End-grain cutting boards and chopping blocks are preferred by professional chefs and butchers worldwide; they last longer and keep knives sharper. In this two-day class, participants will learn experiment with new skills and take home an original work of art.

This is an entry-level class in which students will design and assemble their cutting board to glue and clamp. The second class will involve sanding and sealing with a food-grade finish. There are no moving blades in this class instruction.

This class is highly recommended for anyone who needs an unusual wedding or birthday gift.

In Session 1 participants will:

· Learn to distinguish end grain from edge grain;

· Discover their inner designer (do you prefer random or ordered patterns??)

· Assemble their creation and use clamps to glue them together.

* All materials are provided.

** Classes are transferable, but not refundable. Only transferable up to 48 hours before class. **

You started your business to make a living using your creative talents. You didn’t start it to get better at accounting. But understanding the language of business is an important part of running a successful business – even a creative one. The Accidental Accountant was designed for owners of creative enterprises who want their businesses to grow and to become stronger financially.
During this two-hour workshop, you’ll learn:

• Why you need to understand accounting to run your creative business

• The three scorecards that will help you understand where your business is and where it is going and how to update them.

• How important business activities like buying materials, making products, and selling impact your finances and your business.

• The tools that you can use to keep track of your business finances and how to pick the right one for you and your business.

• Best practices for managing the money behind your business.

This workshop is guaranteed to be spreadsheet-free! It is an introduction to the financial tools that will help you understand your business. 

James Szuch is a passionate advocate for helping artists, artisans, and makers unlock the business potential of their creative endeavors. With over two decades of experience in teaching business and entrepreneurship, James is dedicated to ensuring that creatives have the knowledge and skills to shape their businesses to meet their financial, personal, and creative goals. He has worked with organizations such as the Arts and Business Council of Greater Nashville, the Nashville Fashion Alliance, and The Forge to deliver business education programs to artists and creative makers.

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

Common Thread is an open workshop for anyone interested in hand sewing, crochet, knitting or machine sewing! Held in our Coworking Space at The Forge, Common Thread offers space, community materials and coffee each Sunday in July from 10am to 1pm - for just $20 donated entry!

You’re welcome to work by hand at any of our smaller tables, but we’ll also have machines set up for anyone who needs them. Some community materials will be made available, but please bring something to work on or the majority of the materials you will need for your project.

Looking forward to seeing you!

Ever been curious about Weaving? Catch weaver fever and learn the basics of Tapestry Weaving in this beginner friendly workshop. Over the course of a fun and relaxing afternoon, you’ll be taught all the skills needed to create and design your

very own textile. Looms and all materials included.

In this workshop you will learn:

•  All about looms and the tools associated with weaving

•  The difference between the warp and weft and how to set up a loom

•  All the various stitches including plain weave, soumak, and rya knots

•  How to add fringe and tassels

•  How to incorporate a variety of fiber weights and textures

•  How to plan and execute your own design

Instructor:

Fiber artist Jennifer Fleischer is the owner and founder of Ibu Textiles, a line of woven products created in Nashville, TN. She designs and weaves each unique piece by hand. With the use of floor and frame looms, she blends traditional and experimental techniques. Her current work exhibits a strong design aesthetic inspired by Jennifer’s experiences seeking peace and calm in an urban environment. Traveling plays a vital role in her inspiration as well, as the brand’s name itself, Ibu, means ‘Mother’ in Indonesian. Originally from New York, Jennifer happily calls Nashville home with her husband, Nate, multiple plants and more yarn than she knows what to do with. You can find her work at IbuTextiles.com and on Instagram @Ibu_Textiles

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

Begin your introduction into the art of wood turning with Jared Moran of Wildland Woodworks! We will cover the basics of the lathe, lathe tools and accessories. We will start with a discussion of various holding techniques and proper form for safety. Students will practice these new skills by turning a handle on the lathe and creating a bottle opener, which they will take home after sanding and sealing. The maximum number of students will cap at 4, so that each student receives one on one instruction.

Jared Moran of Wildland Woodworks is a self taught turned from Bowling Green, KY. He uses only local wood in his shop. His work is defined by a desire to highlight the natural colors and features of each wood species. 

* Class tuition includes all materials.

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

Common Thread is an open workshop for anyone interested in hand sewing, crochet, knitting or machine sewing! Held in our Coworking Space at The Forge, Common Thread offers space, community materials and coffee each Sunday in July from 10am to 1pm - for just $20 donated entry!

You’re welcome to work by hand at any of our smaller tables, but we’ll also have machines set up for anyone who needs them. Some community materials will be made available, but please bring something to work on or the majority of the materials you will need for your project.

Looking forward to seeing you!

Join us to learn how to crochet by creating a dishcloth.

Beginner level.

No experience needed.

Class fee includes: (all materials)

- Dishcloths pattern book by Candi Jensen with 9 different patterns

- Crochet hook

- Cotton yarn

- Yarn needle

- Stitch guide

- Scissors

- Ruler

- Instruction

We will discuss the basics of hooks, yarn, skill levels, abbreviations for basic stitches and how to hold and tension the yarn. We will work some practice stitches then get a good start or complete a dishcloth!

Kim Wienzierl is the founder of Creative Nashville which offers classes in fiber arts and stained glass. Her mission is to keep these arts alive so others can enjoy them as much as she has over the decades. She is an Information Technology and Data professional by day but enjoys getting beginners started with skills in Stained Glass and Fiber Arts.

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

Beginner Level

This class will explore a couple different approaches to building an absolute staple for painters: the canvas stretcher frame. Even though they cost a small fortune to buy in an art supply store, they are actually fairly easy and inexpensive to build. The main variable in their construction is what kind of tools / work space is available for the artist to use?

This class will present approaches for how to build stretcher frames for folks who have little work space and few tools all the way up through folks who have generous work spaces and a decent array of woodworking tools available to them. No matter where you fall on this spectrum, there will be a technique/process shown that will fit your profile.

As a part of this class, students will produce (and take home with them) at least one canvas stretcher frame. Students will also leave with an understanding of both the equipment and materials required for producing stretcher frames on their own in the future.

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

Join us to learn how to knit on a round loom.

Beginner level. No experience needed.

Class fee includes:

- 24 peg round loom

- Loom hook

- Yarn

- Yarn needle

- Scissors

- Instruction

We will discuss the basics of yarn, skill levels, abbreviations for basic stitches and how to hold and tension the yarn and the loom.

Kim Wienzierl is the founder of Creative Nashville which offers classes in fiber arts and stained glass. Her mission is to keep these arts alive so others can enjoy them as much as she has over the decades. She is an Information Technology and Data professional by day but enjoys getting beginners started with skills in Stained Glass and Fiber Arts.

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

*** Intro to MIG Welding or MIG Welding experience is required before taking this class ***

Intro to TIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the TIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock with multiple joint styles.

Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. 

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

*** Intro to MIG Welding or MIG Welding experience is required before taking this class ***

In this class, students will learn how to fabricate an end table base out of mild steel from start to finish!

From learning how to read a drawing, to measuring, cutting, drilling, tapping, layout, clamping, welding, and blending - students will experience robust use of the metal shop with the following tools:

• measuring tools

• horizontal band saw

• drill press

• taps

• clamps

• MIG welder

• angle grinder and cut off wheel

• pneumatic tools

After these two class sessions, students will have a 24” x 18” base to an end table. Come take a class in our wood shop to learn how to make a top for it!

All materials, PPE will be provided, as well as some snacks and drinks!. Four students max. 

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

Common Thread is an open workshop for anyone interested in hand sewing, crochet, knitting or machine sewing! Held in our Coworking Space at The Forge, Common Thread offers space, community materials and coffee each Sunday in July from 10am to 1pm - for just $20 donated entry!

You’re welcome to work by hand at any of our smaller tables, but we’ll also have machines set up for anyone who needs them. Some community materials will be made available, but please bring something to work on or the majority of the materials you will need for your project.

Looking forward to seeing you!

*** Intro to MIG Welding or MIG Welding experience is required before taking this class ***

In this class, students will learn how to fabricate an end table base out of mild steel from start to finish!

From learning how to read a drawing, to measuring, cutting, drilling, tapping, layout, clamping, welding, and blending - students will experience robust use of the metal shop with the following tools:

• measuring tools

• horizontal band saw

• drill press

• taps

• clamps

• MIG welder

• angle grinder and cut off wheel

• pneumatic tools

After these two class sessions, students will have a 24” x 18” base to an end table. Come take a class in our wood shop to learn how to make a top for it!

All materials, PPE will be provided, as well as some snacks and drinks!. Four students max. 

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

Intermediate Level

This class will be a hands-on introduction to one of the stronger traditional woodworking joints, the mortise and tenon joint. This class will not spend any time on the Festool Domino joinery system. The class will focus on learning how to produce tight-fitting mortise and tenon joinery, using the table saw and hollow chisel mortiser. This is not a project-based class, so there will be no 'product' here, other than a sample joint (or two, if time allows). The focus for this class will largely be on technique. Students taking this class should have some experience on, and be comfortable with, the table saw.

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

This is a two-session class - you must complete Part 1 and Part 2 to complete your own cutting board.

Please purchase Part 1 ($190) and register for Part 2 (free).

End-grain cutting boards and chopping blocks are preferred by professional chefs and butchers worldwide; they last longer and keep knives sharper. In this two-day class, participants will learn experiment with new skills and take home an original work of art.

This is an entry-level class in which students will design and assemble their cutting board to glue and clamp. The second class will involve sanding and sealing with a food-grade finish. There are no moving blades in this class instruction.

This class is highly recommended for anyone who needs an unusual wedding or birthday gift.

In Session 1 participants will:

· Learn to distinguish end grain from edge grain;

· Discover their inner designer (do you prefer random or ordered patterns??)

· Assemble their creation and use clamps to glue them together.

* All materials are provided.

** Classes are transferable, but not refundable. Only transferable up to 48 hours before class. **

This is a two-session class - you must complete Part 1 and Part 2 to complete your own frame.

Please purchase Part 1 ($125) and register for Part 2 (free).

It seems like one thing that many folks living in Nashville have in common is that they have been to see a band play at the Ryman or other local music venue.  Of those folks that go to shows here in Nashville, it seems that another thing they have in common is a small collection of posters from said shows.  Many posters are bought with the intention of framing them and hanging them up, but many of those intentions are never realized.

Now is your chance to make amends!

Students in The Great Frame-Up will each build a frame for a concert poster (or other similarly-sized piece of artwork) of their choosing.  Participants will learn to create a custom frame from scratch. There will be a wide variety of frame profiles that they can create, and the choice of how to apply color (or not) to the frame will be nearly unlimited.  Students will receive instruction on fabrication, assembly, sanding, staining / finishing, and hardware installation.  The end product will be an entirely original frame, built to professional standards.

The first week will cover the basic construction of the frame and instruction on how to apply stain and/or finish to the frame.  Depending on progress made during the first session, an additional brief visit to The Forge may be required to be fully prepped for the second class session.  Students will also need to make a quick visit to a local hardware store or glass shop to purchase a piece of glass to install in the frame during the second class session.  The second class session will cover 'finishing the finish' to achieve a professional-looking finish on the frame, then installation of the glass, poster, and hardware.

All materials are provided, except for glass and mat, which are optional.

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

*** Intro to MIG Welding or MIG Welding experience is required before taking this class ***

Intro to TIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the TIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock with multiple joint styles.

Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. 

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

Come and learn how to create with leaded stained glass.

Beginner level. No experience needed.

Class fee includes:

- Stained Glass Making Basics book by Lynn Haunstein

- Stained glass for project

- Copper foil for project

- Solder for project

- Lead came for project

- Loops & chain for project

- Nitrile gloves

- Goggles

- Use of tools & materials - grinder, pliers, soldering iron & stand, pattern scissors, burnishing fid, glass cutter, markers, rubber cement, right angle lead board, pins & nails, knife, lead vise, flux, cleaner, patina & gloss

- Pattern

- Instruction

We will discuss the basics of making stained glass, types of glass, types of lead, cutting glass, soldering glass, applying patina, and safety. We will finish a stained glass panel. You will have the option to buy the toolbox of tools and additional materials you use at the end of class if you are interested.

Kim Wienzierl is the founder of Creative Nashville which offers classes in fiber arts and stained glass. Her mission is to keep these arts alive so others can enjoy them as much as she has over the decades. She is an Information Technology and Data professional by day but enjoys getting beginners started with skills in Stained Glass and Fiber Arts.

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

Come and learn how to punch needle.

Beginner level. No experience needed.

Class fee includes:

- Punch needle instruction leaflet

- Punch needle & threader

- Hoop

- Pattern

- Fabric

- Embroidery floss

- Scissors

- Instruction

We will discuss the basics of the punch needle, hoops, floss and how to for punching. We will start working on a project in a hoop for you to take home to finish if we don't get done in class!

Kim Wienzierl is the founder of Creative Nashville which offers classes in fiber arts and stained glass. Her mission is to keep these arts alive so others can enjoy them as much as she has over the decades. She is an Information Technology and Data professional by day but enjoys getting beginners started with skills in Stained Glass and Fiber Arts.

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

This is a two-session class - you must complete Part 1 and Part 2 to complete your own frame.

Please purchase Part 1 ($125) and register for Part 2 (free).

It seems like one thing that many folks living in Nashville have in common is that they have been to see a band play at the Ryman or other local music venue.  Of those folks that go to shows here in Nashville, it seems that another thing they have in common is a small collection of posters from said shows.  Many posters are bought with the intention of framing them and hanging them up, but many of those intentions are never realized.

Now is your chance to make amends!

Students in The Great Frame-Up will each build a frame for a concert poster (or other similarly-sized piece of artwork) of their choosing.  Participants will learn to create a custom frame from scratch. There will be a wide variety of frame profiles that they can create, and the choice of how to apply color (or not) to the frame will be nearly unlimited.  Students will receive instruction on fabrication, assembly, sanding, staining / finishing, and hardware installation.  The end product will be an entirely original frame, built to professional standards.

The first week will cover the basic construction of the frame and instruction on how to apply stain and/or finish to the frame.  Depending on progress made during the first session, an additional brief visit to The Forge may be required to be fully prepped for the second class session.  Students will also need to make a quick visit to a local hardware store or glass shop to purchase a piece of glass to install in the frame during the second class session.  The second class session will cover 'finishing the finish' to achieve a professional-looking finish on the frame, then installation of the glass, poster, and hardware.

All materials are provided, except for glass and mat, which are optional.

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

This is a two-session class - you must complete Part 1 and Part 2 to complete your own cutting board.

Please purchase Part 1 ($190) and register for Part 2 (free).

End-grain cutting boards and chopping blocks are preferred by professional chefs and butchers worldwide; they last longer and keep knives sharper. In this two-day class, participants will learn experiment with new skills and take home an original work of art.

This is an entry-level class in which students will design and assemble their cutting board to glue and clamp. The second class will involve sanding and sealing with a food-grade finish. There are no moving blades in this class instruction.

This class is highly recommended for anyone who needs an unusual wedding or birthday gift.

In Session 1 participants will:

· Learn to distinguish end grain from edge grain;

· Discover their inner designer (do you prefer random or ordered patterns??)

· Assemble their creation and use clamps to glue them together.

* All materials are provided.

** Classes are transferable, but not refundable. Only transferable up to 48 hours before class. **

Come and learn how to felt.

Beginner level. No experience needed.

Class fee includes:

- Felting instruction leaflet & patterns

- Wool roving

- Felting needles

- Glove tips

- Foam block

- Pattern

- Yarn

- Scissors

- Instruction

We will discuss the basics of felting, wool roving, needles and safety. We will complete a project and you will leave an accomplished beginner!

Kim Wienzierl is the founder of Creative Nashville which offers classes in fiber arts and stained glass. Her mission is to keep these arts alive so others can enjoy them as much as she has over the decades. She is an Information Technology and Data professional by day but enjoys getting beginners started with skills in Stained Glass and Fiber Arts.

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

Join us to learn how to machine quilt by creating a quilted hot pad.

Beginner level. No experience needed.

Class fee includes: -

Teach Yourself to Machine Quilt book by Leisure Arts

- Hot pad pattern

- Fabric

- Batting

- Thread

- Use of sewing machine

- Use of notions

- Instruction

We will discuss the basics of quilting including how to sew, how to select and rotary cut fabric, parts of the fabric, sewing machine safety and operation, how to quilt with the sewing machine, how to hand sew a quilt binding. We will work some practice stitches first. Worried you won't finish by the end of the event? Don't be! You can take your project home to complete it on your sewing machine with unlimited phone assistance, you can purchase the class sewing machine and notions to take home to finish or you can leave it to be finished by our talented quilter. :D

Kim Wienzierl is the founder of Creative Nashville which offers classes in fiber arts and stained glass. Her mission is to keep these arts alive so others can enjoy them as much as she has over the decades. She is an Information Technology and Data professional by day but enjoys getting beginners started with skills in Stained Glass and Fiber Arts.

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

Join us to learn how to crochet by creating a dishcloth.

Beginner level.

No experience needed.

Class fee includes: (all materials)

- Dishcloths pattern book by Candi Jensen with 9 different patterns

- Crochet hook

- Cotton yarn

- Yarn needle

- Stitch guide

- Scissors

- Ruler

- Instruction

We will discuss the basics of hooks, yarn, skill levels, abbreviations for basic stitches and how to hold and tension the yarn. We will work some practice stitches then get a good start or complete a dishcloth!

Kim Wienzierl is the founder of Creative Nashville which offers classes in fiber arts and stained glass. Her mission is to keep these arts alive so others can enjoy them as much as she has over the decades. She is an Information Technology and Data professional by day but enjoys getting beginners started with skills in Stained Glass and Fiber Arts.

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

*** Intro to MIG Welding or MIG Welding experience is required before taking this class ***

Intro to TIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the TIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock with multiple joint styles.

Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. 

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

Come and learn how to create with leaded stained glass.

Beginner level. No experience needed.

Class fee includes:

- Stained Glass Making Basics book by Lynn Haunstein

- Stained glass for project

- Copper foil for project

- Solder for project

- Lead came for project

- Loops & chain for project

- Nitrile gloves

- Goggles

- Use of tools & materials - grinder, pliers, soldering iron & stand, pattern scissors, burnishing fid, glass cutter, markers, rubber cement, right angle lead board, pins & nails, knife, lead vise, flux, cleaner, patina & gloss

- Pattern

- Instruction

We will discuss the basics of making stained glass, types of glass, types of lead, cutting glass, soldering glass, applying patina, and safety. We will finish a stained glass panel. You will have the option to buy the toolbox of tools and additional materials you use at the end of class if you are interested.

Kim Wienzierl is the founder of Creative Nashville which offers classes in fiber arts and stained glass. Her mission is to keep these arts alive so others can enjoy them as much as she has over the decades. She is an Information Technology and Data professional by day but enjoys getting beginners started with skills in Stained Glass and Fiber Arts.

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

This is a two-session class - you must complete Part 1 and Part 2 to complete your own cutting board.

Please purchase Part 1 ($190) and register for Part 2 (free).

End-grain cutting boards and chopping blocks are preferred by professional chefs and butchers worldwide; they last longer and keep knives sharper. In this two-day class, participants will learn experiment with new skills and take home an original work of art.

This is an entry-level class in which students will design and assemble their cutting board to glue and clamp. The second class will involve sanding and sealing with a food-grade finish. There are no moving blades in this class instruction.

This class is highly recommended for anyone who needs an unusual wedding or birthday gift.

In Session 1 participants will:

· Learn to distinguish end grain from edge grain;

· Discover their inner designer (do you prefer random or ordered patterns??)

· Assemble their creation and use clamps to glue them together.

* All materials are provided.

** Classes are transferable, but not refundable. Only transferable up to 48 hours before class. **

** This is a three-part class series

Wednesdays Evenings, 6:30-9:30pm

Marquetry is the woodworking craft whereby images are created using different colors of wood veneer.  The use of marquetry is nearly unlimited, as it can be applied to a wide variety of woodworking projects.  One of the very cool parts about marquetry is that while most established woodworking practices allow the designer to speak only in a given style, the use of marquetry allows the finished piece to tell a story.  

While marquetry done through traditional means of production is a fairly time-consuming, exacting skill to master, this class will fully embrace the digital age; students will be taught using CAD and the laser cutter.  This means that as a craft, it can be picked up and practiced at a very high level of skill with very little practice.  Because the laser cutter is front and center in this class, students must be comfortable with using a vector (CAD) program of their choice before they start this class.  Pick your weapon: AutoCAD, SketchUp, RevIt, V-Carve, Rhino, Fusion 360, Adobe Illustrator, etc., all are fair game.  Come to the first class with an image picked out that you would like to produce in marquetry.  A block print-like image (solid tones in blocks of color) works best.  Students will be free to manipulate their image however they like.

The first week, we will meet to have an overview of the process and to run some very simple trials/demonstrations of the process.  Week two will have the students cutting out their kit of parts on the laser cutter, assembling them, and pressing them to a backer board with a vacuum press.  Week three will have the students sanding completed projects and applying a finish to them.  

All needed materials for this class will be supplied to students by The Forge.

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

Join us to learn how to do counted cross stitch by working a project.

Beginner level. No experience needed.

Class fee includes:

- 6 counted cross stitch patterns

- Hoop

- Aida cloth for 6 patterns

- Floss for 6 patterns

- Cross stitch needle & threader

- Scissors

- Instruction

We will discuss the basics of needles, hoops, floss, cloth and how to for common counted cross stitches including what can go wrong. We will start working on one of the patterns in a hoop for you to take home to finish!

Kim Wienzierl is the founder of Creative Nashville which offers classes in fiber arts and stained glass. Her mission is to keep these arts alive so others can enjoy them as much as she has over the decades. She is an Information Technology and Data professional by day but enjoys getting beginners started with skills in Stained Glass and Fiber Arts.

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

Join us to learn how to sew.

Beginner level. No experience needed, but welcomed.

Class fee includes:

- Pattern

- Fabric

- Thread

- Use of sewing machine

- Use of sewing notions

- Instruction

We will discuss the basics of sewing including how to read a pattern, how to select and cut out fabric, parts of the fabric, sewing machine safety and operation, how to finish fabric edges and how to sew. Worried you won't finish by the end of the event? Don't be! You can take you project home to complete it on your sewing machine with unlimited phone assistance, you can purchase the class sewing machine and notions to take home to finish or you can leave it to be finished by our talented seamstress. :D

Kim Wienzierl is the founder of Creative Nashville which offers classes in fiber arts and stained glass. Her mission is to keep these arts alive so others can enjoy them as much as she has over the decades. She is an Information Technology and Data professional by day but enjoys getting beginners started with skills in Stained Glass and Fiber Arts.

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

** This is a three-part class series

Wednesdays Evenings, 6:30-9:30pm

Marquetry is the woodworking craft whereby images are created using different colors of wood veneer.  The use of marquetry is nearly unlimited, as it can be applied to a wide variety of woodworking projects.  One of the very cool parts about marquetry is that while most established woodworking practices allow the designer to speak only in a given style, the use of marquetry allows the finished piece to tell a story.  

While marquetry done through traditional means of production is a fairly time-consuming, exacting skill to master, this class will fully embrace the digital age; students will be taught using CAD and the laser cutter.  This means that as a craft, it can be picked up and practiced at a very high level of skill with very little practice.  Because the laser cutter is front and center in this class, students must be comfortable with using a vector (CAD) program of their choice before they start this class.  Pick your weapon: AutoCAD, SketchUp, RevIt, V-Carve, Rhino, Fusion 360, Adobe Illustrator, etc., all are fair game.  Come to the first class with an image picked out that you would like to produce in marquetry.  A block print-like image (solid tones in blocks of color) works best.  Students will be free to manipulate their image however they like.

The first week, we will meet to have an overview of the process and to run some very simple trials/demonstrations of the process.  Week two will have the students cutting out their kit of parts on the laser cutter, assembling them, and pressing them to a backer board with a vacuum press.  Week three will have the students sanding completed projects and applying a finish to them.  

All needed materials for this class will be supplied to students by The Forge.

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

*** Intro to MIG Welding or MIG Welding experience is required before taking this class ***

Intro to TIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the TIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock with multiple joint styles.

Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. 

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

** This is a three-part class series

Wednesdays Evenings, 6:30-9:30pm

Marquetry is the woodworking craft whereby images are created using different colors of wood veneer.  The use of marquetry is nearly unlimited, as it can be applied to a wide variety of woodworking projects.  One of the very cool parts about marquetry is that while most established woodworking practices allow the designer to speak only in a given style, the use of marquetry allows the finished piece to tell a story.  

While marquetry done through traditional means of production is a fairly time-consuming, exacting skill to master, this class will fully embrace the digital age; students will be taught using CAD and the laser cutter.  This means that as a craft, it can be picked up and practiced at a very high level of skill with very little practice.  Because the laser cutter is front and center in this class, students must be comfortable with using a vector (CAD) program of their choice before they start this class.  Pick your weapon: AutoCAD, SketchUp, RevIt, V-Carve, Rhino, Fusion 360, Adobe Illustrator, etc., all are fair game.  Come to the first class with an image picked out that you would like to produce in marquetry.  A block print-like image (solid tones in blocks of color) works best.  Students will be free to manipulate their image however they like.

The first week, we will meet to have an overview of the process and to run some very simple trials/demonstrations of the process.  Week two will have the students cutting out their kit of parts on the laser cutter, assembling them, and pressing them to a backer board with a vacuum press.  Week three will have the students sanding completed projects and applying a finish to them.  

All needed materials for this class will be supplied to students by The Forge.

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

This is a 3 part class. You must purchase Part 1 and register for
Parts 2 and 3 (free).

To finish your box, you should attend all class times.

During this introductory woodworking class, each student will produce a custom keepsake box with a lid, measuring roughly 9"L x 6"W x 4"H. Each project produced will be unique to each student.  Basic machining, construction, wood joinery, and wood finishing techniques will all be taught as a part of this class. Wood type/color, and box dimensions can be personalized. Students will learn to cut, assemble, and glue a mitered box with splines on each corner. After glued components have cured, students will be taught how to construct the lid of the box, and given the option to customize with a handle or lift. In the final session, students will sand their boxes, and return home with a small wood finishing kit as well as instruction on how to
complete the finishing process.

Class will be taught by local Nashville Woodworker Cam Banks of CamCrafted Wooden Box Studio, recently exhibiting at the Crafty Bastards craft fair as a featured artist.

* All materials are provided

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

This is a two-session class - you must complete Part 1 and Part 2 to complete your own cutting board.

Please purchase Part 1 ($190) and register for Part 2 (free).

End-grain cutting boards and chopping blocks are preferred by professional chefs and butchers worldwide; they last longer and keep knives sharper. In this two-day class, participants will learn experiment with new skills and take home an original work of art.

This is an entry-level class in which students will design and assemble their cutting board to glue and clamp. The second class will involve sanding and sealing with a food-grade finish. There are no moving blades in this class instruction.

This class is highly recommended for anyone who needs an unusual wedding or birthday gift.

In Session 1 participants will:

· Learn to distinguish end grain from edge grain;

· Discover their inner designer (do you prefer random or ordered patterns??)

· Assemble their creation and use clamps to glue them together.

* All materials are provided.

** Classes are transferable, but not refundable. Only transferable up to 48 hours before class. **

This is a 3 part class. You must purchase Part 1 and register for
Parts 2 and 3 (free).

To finish your box, you should attend all class times.

During this introductory woodworking class, each student will produce a custom keepsake box with a lid, measuring roughly 9"L x 6"W x 4"H. Each project produced will be unique to each student.  Basic machining, construction, wood joinery, and wood finishing techniques will all be taught as a part of this class. Wood type/color, and box dimensions can be personalized. Students will learn to cut, assemble, and glue a mitered box with splines on each corner. After glued components have cured, students will be taught how to construct the lid of the box, and given the option to customize with a handle or lift. In the final session, students will sand their boxes, and return home with a small wood finishing kit as well as instruction on how to
complete the finishing process.

Class will be taught by local Nashville Woodworker Cam Banks of CamCrafted Wooden Box Studio, recently exhibiting at the Crafty Bastards craft fair as a featured artist.

* All materials are provided

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

This is a 3 part class. You must purchase Part 1 and register for
Parts 2 and 3 (free).

To finish your box, you should attend all class times.

During this introductory woodworking class, each student will produce a custom keepsake box with a lid, measuring roughly 9"L x 6"W x 4"H. Each project produced will be unique to each student.  Basic machining, construction, wood joinery, and wood finishing techniques will all be taught as a part of this class. Wood type/color, and box dimensions can be personalized. Students will learn to cut, assemble, and glue a mitered box with splines on each corner. After glued components have cured, students will be taught how to construct the lid of the box, and given the option to customize with a handle or lift. In the final session, students will sand their boxes, and return home with a small wood finishing kit as well as instruction on how to
complete the finishing process.

Class will be taught by local Nashville Woodworker Cam Banks of CamCrafted Wooden Box Studio, recently exhibiting at the Crafty Bastards craft fair as a featured artist.

* All materials are provided

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

*** Intro to MIG Welding or MIG Welding experience is required before taking this class ***

Intro to TIG Welding will be an intensive tool and process orientation class on the TIG welder. Students will learn how to safely weld mild steel stock with multiple joint styles.

Each student will get hands-on practice with their own welder, and leave with a small finished project. All materials and PPE will be provided. 4 students max. 

** Classes are transferable up to 48 hours before class, but not refundable.

This is a two-session class - you must complete Part 1 and Part 2 to complete your own cutting board.

Please purchase Part 1 ($190) and register for Part 2 (free).

End-grain cutting boards and chopping blocks are preferred by professional chefs and butchers worldwide; they last longer and keep knives sharper. In this two-day class, participants will learn experiment with new skills and take home an original work of art.

This is an entry-level class in which students will design and assemble their cutting board to glue and clamp. The second class will involve sanding and sealing with a food-grade finish. There are no moving blades in this class instruction.

This class is highly recommended for anyone who needs an unusual wedding or birthday gift.

In Session 1 participants will:

· Learn to distinguish end grain from edge grain;

· Discover their inner designer (do you prefer random or ordered patterns??)

· Assemble their creation and use clamps to glue them together.

* All materials are provided.

** Classes are transferable, but not refundable. Only transferable up to 48 hours before class. **