When it comes to woodworking, getting started can be the hardest part. For those of you just beginning your woodworking journey or thinking about putting together your own shop, this collection of videos and downloads is a fantastic resource to help set you up for success. Explore the categories to find exactly what you need and discover expert advice you can't live without. Just enter your email address to join, plus you'll get new woodworking tips and videos in your inbox with the weekly Woodworkers Guild of America newsletter.
MEET JESS CROW
Located in the shadows of the Talkeetna mountain range in Alaska, Crow Creek Designs - is a woman-owned and run woodworking shop specializing in one of a kind builds and design. Owner Jess Crow has been developing her skills since she was a young child first in Massachusetts, and for the last 30 years in various cities across Alaska.
With forays in beadwork (published in Beadworks & Bead and Button), photography, print, and wood, Jess has cultivated her passion for designing and creating artwork that speaks to the heart as well as the eyes.
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George Vondriska has been teaching woodworking since 1986. In addition to teaching classes at his own Vondriska Woodworks School, George teaches at woodworking shows across the country and has taught woodworking for Peace Corps/Swaziland, Andersen Window, Northwest Airlines, and the Pentagon. George has had numerous magazine articles published, from tool reviews to shop improvement projects.
Gerorge is now the Managing Editor of Woodworkers Guild of America where he has been creating instructional video content designed to engage woodworkers with their passion since 2008. Since then the website has grown to a thriving community of woodworkers, all seeking to expand their knowledge and explore their passion.
Meet George
Meet George
George Vondriska has been teaching woodworking since 1986. In addition to teaching classes at his own Vondriska Woodworks School, George teaches at woodworking shows across the country and has taught woodworking for Peace Corps/Swaziland, Andersen Window, Northwest Airlines, and the Pentagon. George has had numerous magazine articles published, from tool reviews to shop improvement projects.
Gerorge is now the Managing Editor of Woodworkers Guild of America where he has been creating instructional video content designed to engage woodworkers with their passion since 2008. Since then the website has grown to a thriving community of woodworkers, all seeking to expand their knowledge and explore their passion.
Share Your Passion for Woodworking
With the WWGOA Getting Started in Woodworking Series, our goal is to help you become a woodworker! Woodworking is better when you're sharing the experience with friends! Be sure to share this series with your fellow woodworkers by clicking the share buttons below!
Join the Woodworkers Guild of America Official Facebook Group to share photos of your work each week and to see what the other woodworkers have created. It’s the perfect way to connect with new friends and get inspired!
To join the series, enter your email address in the box above. Then, on the next page, you will get access to the complete set of instructions. Follow along with the video instructions each day to learn how to set up your woodworking shop!
Make sure to join the Woodworkers Guild of America Official Facebook Group to share photos of your progress and catch up with fellow woodworkers. We can’t wait to see your creations!
