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:
Intro to Staked Furniture: Build a Hearth Stool is a hands-on, two-day woodworking workshop focused on one of the most enduring and accessible furniture-making traditions: staked joinery. Used for centuries to build chairs, stools, tables, and tools, staked (or wedged) joinery creates furniture that is remarkably strong, efficient, and full of character.
Students will build a classic hearth stool—a small, versatile piece that works equally well by the fire, in the kitchen, as a plant stand, or as extra seating. We’ll begin by shaping legs and stretchers using hand tools such as drawknives and spokeshaves, learning how to read grain and refine forms by feel. From there, we will cut and fit tenons and assemble the stool using traditional wedged joinery techniques. Time will also be spent exploring optional decorative carving details and simple, durable finishing approaches.
This class emphasizes process, problem-solving, and confidence with hand tools while leaving room for individual expression. Each student will leave with a completed hearth stool and a solid foundation in staked furniture techniques that can be applied to future projects. Whether you’re new to furniture-making or an experienced woodworker looking to expand your skill set, this workshop offers a rewarding balance of technical learning and creative making in a supportive, community-centered environment.
Sliding Scale Payment:
Since 2020, we have offered a sliding scale for all of our course offerings. Materials costs are not included in the sliding scale. Please choose a tuition amount that you can afford to attend this class.
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I consider myself middle income/wealth. Paying this price may be a sacrifice, but I can find the resources to do so. This is the full cost of running a course including paying our teachers a fair wage, covering insurance, maintaining tools and facilities, managing administration, and supporting our family.
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I consider myself low-income/low-wealth. I cannot access this course without financial help.
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I consider myself low-middle income/wealth. Paying full price for this course presents somewhat of a financial hardship.
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I consider myself upper-middle income/wealth. I would like to make a donation on top of the full price of the course in order to help subsidize access for those who cannot pay the full tuition.
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I have the resources to make a substantial donation to ensure that these classes remain accessible to people of all income/wealth levels.