Handcrafted Pens: Wood and Acrylic Turning Workshop
Discover the joy of crafting your own pens in our engaging 3-hour workshop! One of the most common items in everyday life is the pen, and making one yourself from wood and acrylic is a rewarding experience that anyone can achieve.
What to Expect:
Join us for a comprehensive training session where you'll learn how to create pens from start to finish. Over the course of three hours, you'll have the opportunity to make up to five pens—perfect for yourself, family, or friends. Using a specialist pen lathe that is both safe and easy to operate, you'll be guided through the entire process without needing any prior woodworking experience.
Skills You'll Acquire:
- Proficiency in using a pen lathe for woodworking.
- Techniques for crafting pens from both wood and acrylic.
- Customizing the shape and style of your pens to suit your creativity.
What's Provided:
- All necessary materials, including kits for five pens (four wood types and one acrylic).
- Expert instruction and guidance to ensure you master the pen-making process.
Who Should Attend:
- Individuals with no prior woodworking experience.
- Anyone interested in learning a new skill and creating personalized, handcrafted pens.
- Craft enthusiasts looking to expand their creative repertoire.
Prerequisites/Safety Information:
- No prior experience necessary; beginners are warmly welcomed.
- All materials and tools will be provided.
- Safety instructions and guidance will be given to ensure a safe and enjoyable workshop experience.
By the end of this workshop, you'll have a collection of beautifully crafted pens and the skills to continue creating on your own. Join us and unlock your potential in pen-making!
Instructor: Glenn Mallette
Workshop Ticket Fee:
Standard Public Ticket: $91.00
Member Rate: $78.00
You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:
https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=264&reset=1
Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email info@makehaven.org