Woodworking 101 Workshop
Woodworking 101 Workshop
Woodworking 101 Workshop
Woodworking 101 Workshop
Woodworking 101 Workshop
Woodworking 101 Workshop
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Woodworking 101 Workshop

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Beginner Level 1

Build the foundation for confident woodworking.

Learn essential machines, joinery and finishing techniques while completing practical projects over four guided sessions.

Your starting point Woodworking 101
12 hoursFour guided three hour sessions
No experience neededDesigned for complete beginners
Instructor-led projectsProject designs may vary by instructor
Small classMaximum eight participants
$395 + HSTMaterials and class term access included

CHOOSE YOUR INSTRUCTOR
AND YOUR WORKSHOP.

Each instructor teaches their own workshop dates. Every option below shows all four class dates and the exact time. Choose the matching schedule in the booking calendar above.

Instructor

James Crozier

Schedule option 01 Mondays and Wednesdays, October 19, 21, 26 and 28, 2026 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Schedule option 02 Mondays and Wednesdays, November 9, 11, 16 and 18, 2026 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Projects with James
  • Wooden tray
  • Multi wood charcuterie board
Instructor

Marcello Nicolo

Schedule update New dates and times coming soon.
Projects with Marcello

Projects will be listed when new dates are announced.

Instructor

Taylor Chisholm

Schedule update New dates and times coming soon.
Projects with Taylor

Projects will be listed when new dates are announced.

Important: Attend all four dates shown for the schedule you select. Instructor names and dates in this section should match the booking option above.

Different projects. One strong foundation.

Project designs may vary by instructor. Check the instructor and schedule cards for the projects included with each option.

Your projects

Instructor-specific builds

Each instructor selects practical beginner projects that suit their teaching approach and workshop schedule.

Core outcome

Skills for future projects

No matter which projects you make, you will learn safe machine use, accurate preparation, assembly and finishing skills that carry into future builds.

What you will learn.

The course moves from careful setup to accurate joinery and a finished project you can use.

01 / PREPARE

Measure and prepare stock

  • Layout drawing and accurate measurements
  • Rough cutting and squaring material
  • Machine setup and safe operation
02 / BUILD

Create accurate joinery

  • 45° mitres, dados and biscuit joints
  • Routers, dowel jigs and pocket hole jigs
  • Stop blocks for repeatable cuts
03 / FINISH

Assemble and finish

  • Panel and edge gluing techniques
  • Flattening and sanding
  • Applying a protective oil finish

Workshop details.

Materials included

Wood, consumables and finishing materials for both class projects are included.

Class term shop access

Complimentary woodshop membership during the class term gives you additional project time.

Age 16+

A parent or guardian must sign the waiver on the first day for participants under 18.

Location

NewMakeIt, 621 Timothy Street, Newmarket, Ontario.

Come workshop ready

Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing with no loose fabric. Long hair must be secured in a bun. Bring safety glasses and hearing protection if you have them. NewMakeIt provides safety glasses, earplugs and other required safety equipment for anyone who needs them.

Start with the right foundation.

Choose the instructor schedule that works for you in the calendar above.

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Please review our class cancellation policy before registering.