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Who this class is for:
Hammerstone courses are open to all women and gender minorities. Hammerstone welcomes all trans folks including trans men. This course welcomes folks of all skill levels with no prerequisite.
Description:
BIG NEWS! We're thrilled to welcome woodworking influencer Leah Houghtaling as our guest speaker for this class! If you don't know Leah, check out her informative (and hilarious) videos. Don't miss this special chance to learn from her in a small group setting!
There are lots of ways to finish your woodwork. You can preserve the texture of natural wood but enhance its glow with rubbed oil. You can build up a protective surface that sheds water and gives a sheen from matte to glossy. You can color natural wood with a pigment or a stain. Or you can even coat the surface of your wooden project with an opaque paint.
Different finishes provide different effects, different levels of protection, and offer different toxicity to the worker and end user. In this class, we’ll discuss a variety of finishes that are naturally sourced and non-toxic (even non-toxic finishes can still irritate the skin, so we’ll wear gloves when applying) and give participants an opportunity to experiment with them without the anxiety of working on a project you’ve already invested hours in.
We’ll play with shellac, milk paint, and several different oils. We’ll also discuss clay paints, plasters, and shou sugi ban.
Join us virtually:
If you can’t join us in person you are welcome to observe this tutorial virtually. To ensure the flow of the in-person environment, we require virtual attendees to remain muted. While this format allows you to follow the lecture and material, it does not include access to the interactive practice segments or real-time Q&A. Please use info@hammerstoneschool.com to submit any follow-up questions.
