What to Expect
\n \nThis is a han ds-on\, shop-based workshop focused on jig setup a nd accurate slot cutting. You will interact direct ly with shop machinery and hand tools as you pract ice running mitered joints across dedicated table saw jigs\, milling contrasting spline stock\, and gluing keys securely into place. We will spend tim e flush-trimming protruding splines\, sanding surf aces smooth\, and discussing grain orientation for maximum strength. By the end of class\, you will have a finished test joint to take home for future reference.
\n \nSkills You’ll Acqu ire
\n \nJig Setup and Alignment: Positioning and securing mitered w orkpieces safely for table saw slot cuts.
\n < /li>\nSpline Stock Dimensioning: Mill ing and fitting wooden spline keys to exact slot t hickness.
\nGrain Orienta tion: Aligning wood grain correctly within the spl ine to prevent joint failure.
\nFlush Trimming and Finishing: Using hand sa ws and chisels to trim splines smooth to the surro unding surface.
\nWho Should Join
\ n \nThis class is designed for makers looking to reinforce weak end-grain miter joints while add ing decorative contrast to their work. It is a gre at fit for beginners or intermediate makers who wa nt to build picture frames\, boxes\, or small furn iture items with confidence. 18+ Only.
\n \nPrerequisites and Safety Information
\n \nThere are no prerequisites for pa rticipating\, so all skill levels are welcome. Ple ase wear closed toe shoes\, tie back long hair\, a nd avoid loose clothing or hanging jewelry while w orking in the shop.
\n \nWhat to Br ing
\n \nAll materials are provide d. Feel free to bring a pencil and notebook if you want to write down specific measurements or setup steps.
DESCRIPTION:What to Expect\n \n \n \n This is a hands-on\, sho p-based workshop focused on jig setup and accurate slot cutting. You will interact directly with sho p machinery and hand tools as you practice running mitered joints across dedicated table saw jigs\, milling contrasting spline stock\, and gluing keys securely into place. We will spend time flush-tri mming protruding splines\, sanding surfaces smooth \, and discussing grain orientation for maximum st rength. By the end of class\, you will have a fini shed test joint to take home for future reference. \n \n \n \n Skills You’ll Acquire\n \n \n \n \n \ n Jig Setup and Alignment: Positioning and securi ng mitered workpieces safely for table saw slot cu ts.\n \n \n \n \n Spline Stock Dimensioning: Mi lling and fitting wooden spline keys to exact slot thickness.\n \n \n \n \n Grain Orientation: Al igning wood grain correctly within the spline to p revent joint failure.\n \n \n \n \n Flush Trimm ing and Finishing: Using hand saws and chisels to trim splines smooth to the surrounding surface.\n \n \n \n \n \n What’s Provided\n \n \n \n \n All wood stock required for practice and test joint a ssembly.\n Access to shop machinery\, table saw j igs\, and hand tools.\n Safety equipment and work space accommodations.\n \n \n Who Should Join\n \n \n \n This class is designed for makers looking t o reinforce weak end-grain miter joints while addi ng decorative contrast to their work. It is a grea t fit for beginners or intermediate makers who wan t to build picture frames\, boxes\, or small furni ture items with confidence. 18+ Only.\n \n \n \n P rerequisites and Safety Information\n \n \n \n The re are no prerequisites for participating\, so all skill levels are welcome. Please wear closed toe shoes\, tie back long hair\, and avoid loose cloth ing or hanging jewelry while working in the shop.\ n \n \n \n What to Bring\n \n \n \n All materials are provided. Feel free to bring a pencil and note book if you want to write down specific measuremen ts or setup steps.\n \n CATEGORIES:Ticketed Workshop CALSCALE:GREGORIAN DTSTAMP;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T180000 DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T210000 LOCATION:Main Space @ MakeHaven\n 770 Chapel St\n Lower Lev el\, via back elevator or stairs\n New Haven\, CT 06510\n United States\n URL:https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=962 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR