Workshop Schedule
You'll complete this project with a professional-quality magnetic knife holder that's both beautiful and functional!
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3 Days Practical Woodworking
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Magnetic Knife Holder
3 Days Practical Woodworking Workshop
Hands-on workshop for a functional kitchen upgrade
Dive into a practical woodworking workshop over three engaging sessions! Each two-hour day will focus on essential joining techniques and woodworking skills, perfect for both beginners and seasoned woodworkers looking to refine their craft.
This workshop is a fantastic opportunity to craft a beautiful wooden knife holder from premium hardwoods that will be a perfect addition to your kitchen. It's a practical project that combines beautiful woodworking with functionality, featuring powerful rare earth magnets discreetly embedded in the wood to securely hold your kitchen knives while displaying their beauty.
Gain hands-on experience with essential woodworking tools
Learn how to operate a table saw for precise cuts and use routers and templates. The workshop covers using a 25mm Forstner bit, a random orbital sander for a smooth finish and using assembly clamps to secure projects during construction.
Workshop Schedule
We are excited to announce a workshop series designed to enhance your skills and knowledge over the course of three weeks. This engaging and interactive series is structured into four distinct sessions, each building upon the last to ensure a comprehensive learning experience.
- Day 1: Wednesday, 23rd April 2025
- Day 2: Wednesday, 30th April 2025
- Day 3: Wednesday, 7th May 2025
Each day from 5.30 PM until 7.30 PM
Attendance Requirement
To maximize the benefits of this workshop and successfully complete the project, attendance at all sessions is mandatory. Each session is integral to the series, and missing one could mean missing out on important information and activities.
General Topics
- Design Planning - Select hardwoods and determine optimal size for your kitchen needs
- Precision Cutting - Master accurate cutting techniques for perfectly matched pieces
- Magnet Installation - Learn proper spacing and embedding of rare earth magnets for maximum holding power
- Hidden Mounting - Create concealed French cleat mounting system for secure wall attachment
- Wood Joinery - Perfect your glue-up technique for seamless wood alignment
- Surface Finishing - Apply food-safe finishes while protecting embedded magnets
Tools & Equipment
Participants will gain hands-on experience with:
- Table Saw
- Router & Templates
- 25mm Forstner Bit (ideal for standard neodymium magnets)
- Random Orbital Sander
- Assembly Clamps
Reference Image
The following image(s) are not owned by Women's Shed Canberra and are only to provide participants with an idea of the project design.
