Learn to craft kitchenware such as cheese knives, cutting boards, and other items. Master techniques for shaping, preparing, and finishing hardwoods to create durable, food-safe products for everyday use.

This workshop covers:

• Introduction to Wood Selection: Explore various wood types suitable for kitchenware, including maple and walnut, and examine their unique grains and characteristics.
• Milling: Understand how to properly prepare raw lumber using tools such as jointers and planers.
• Hands-On Construction: Develop skills in measuring, cutting, and edge gluing using equipment like table saws, band saws, routers, hand tools, and jigs.
• Finishing Touches: Learn about food-safe finishes and oils that protect everyday items while enhancing their natural beauty.

Upon completion of the workshop, participants will take home a selection of functional and personalized spatulas, cheese knives, cutting boards, and more, showcasing their newly acquired woodworking skills.

Note: This class has a minimum age of 15. 

The Instructor

About Dan Katz

Woodworking is my muse—a canvas of endless possibilities. The grain’s texture, the earthy scent, the myriad shapes—it all amazes me. My journey began with grade school projects and blossomed at Bucks Rock as a camper and counselor. From theater sets to boat building, I’ve embraced woodturning as my core hobby. Now, as a marketer turned woodworking teacher, I’m thrilled to share the joy of “making” with others. Let’s shape creativity together!

Materials & Tools

This utilizes wood from local trees. A variety of chisels and gauges are provided.

Our Focus on Safety

• Respect the shop rules and safety guidelines before using any tools or equipment.
• N95 masks, safety glasses, and gloves are provided.
• Wear something you don’t mind getting dirty. The glues, paints, and stains we use can permanently stain clothes.

Maximum Class Size

The maximum class size to allow for highly personalized instruction and attention is four (4) people. Let me know if you would like a larger size and we can certainly bring along an assistant to help out.

Learn to craft kitchenware such as cheese knives, cutting boards, and other items. Master techniques for shaping, preparing, and finishing hardwoods to create durable, food-safe products for everyday use.

This workshop covers:

• Introduction to Wood Selection: Explore various wood types suitable for kitchenware, including maple and walnut, and examine their unique grains and characteristics.
• Milling: Understand how to properly prepare raw lumber using tools such as jointers and planers.
• Hands-On Construction: Develop skills in measuring, cutting, and edge gluing using equipment like table saws, band saws, routers, hand tools, and jigs.
• Finishing Touches: Learn about food-safe finishes and oils that protect everyday items while enhancing their natural beauty.

Upon completion of the workshop, participants will take home a selection of functional and personalized spatulas, cheese knives, cutting boards, and more, showcasing their newly acquired woodworking skills.

Note: This class has a minimum age of 15. 

The Instructor

About Dan Katz

Woodworking is my muse—a canvas of endless possibilities. The grain’s texture, the earthy scent, the myriad shapes—it all amazes me. My journey began with grade school projects and blossomed at Bucks Rock as a camper and counselor. From theater sets to boat building, I’ve embraced woodturning as my core hobby. Now, as a marketer turned woodworking teacher, I’m thrilled to share the joy of “making” with others. Let’s shape creativity together!

Materials & Tools

This utilizes wood from local trees. A variety of chisels and gauges are provided.

Our Focus on Safety

• Respect the shop rules and safety guidelines before using any tools or equipment.
• N95 masks, safety glasses, and gloves are provided.
• Wear something you don’t mind getting dirty. The glues, paints, and stains we use can permanently stain clothes.

Maximum Class Size

The maximum class size to allow for highly personalized instruction and attention is four (4) people. Let me know if you would like a larger size and we can certainly bring along an assistant to help out.