Box Making Workshop

Beginner woodworking

There is a sense of excitement when you first open a new box. The anticipation of what secret lies beneath the lid.

In this course, you will experience the joy of box making. You will learn how to design and how to build your own unique and beautiful box using traditional techniques with traditional hand tools and using ethically sourced reclaimed timber.

Specifically, the course will provide you with an understanding of timber and tools as well as providing you with the skills to make two different styles of boxes (mitred and pinned). If time allows, you will also be shown how to make a third box, a simple bandsaw box.

You will walk away with two beautiful boxes you’ve built yourself, but also with a range of skills and knowledge that will leave you ready to tackle a range of projects of your own.

2x 8 hour sessions
$499 per person
Open to students 18 and over
Course includes moderate physical exertion

  • This workshop is aimed at people with no or minimal experience with woodworking and who are looking for an introduction to the craft. It is open to anyone 16 years and over.

    The course is run using predominantly hand tools so you need to be aware that there is an element of physicality involved and most of the work is carried out standing up.

  • By the end of this box making class you will have:

    • Two handmade boxes

    • An appreciation of box design

    • The knowledge to safely and effectively use a variety of traditional hand tools such as handsaws, handplanes, rasps, marking tools, dowels, clamps, and more.

    • An understanding of glue and finish.

    • Hands-on experience building boxes.

  • You are encouraged to bring your own protective eyewear; however, sanitised personal protective equipment will be available to use. Any borrowed PPE needs to be sanitised after use.

    You are required to wear closed-toe shoes. Please wear clothing that can get dirty (e.g. sawdust and stain will be present). Long hair needs to be tied back, and no loose-hanging jewellery should be worn.