The dovetail was a hallmark of early American furniture and remains a benchmark of quality craftsmanship today. Form meets function as this woodworking process was originally a utilitarian method for joining boards together and hidden in finer works.
In this two-day course, you’ll learn — through an easy layout process — how to chisel and assemble dovetail joints using traditional techniques, gaining confidence with hand tools along the way. By the end, you’ll have created your own rustic candle box with a sliding lid, a classic household item found in early American homes.
This workshop is the perfect introduction to precision joinery and the timeless art of woodworking. All tools and materials are included.
Date: May 30–31, 2026
Time: 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (both days)
Location: Modern Workshop
Price: $180 Members / $200 Nonmembers
Ages 13+ (under 16 must be accompanied by an adult)