8:50 a.m.    

Welcome and opening remarks.

9:00 a.m.    

The Art of Marquetry

Ramon Valdez’s session will focus on marquetry, a craft that includes a variety of techniques. One standout method is the “double bevel” technique, known for producing beautifully detailed, precisely fitting motifs that can be incorporated into furniture, boxes, standalone artwork, and more. This tutorial will walk through the full process and procedures, along with practical tips and tricks designed to help both beginners and experienced woodworkers explore and succeed in this art form.

Ramon Valdez

10:00 a.m.    

All About Glue

Bob Behnke's session will cover the five steps for successful gluing. From dry assembly to waiting for the glue to dry. Wood glues can affect the wood as it is being assembled and being prepared in advance will eliminate costly joint failures and frustrating disassembly. The discussion will focus on the steps needed to use wood glues with ease, what to watch out for when the glue hits the wood and why failures occur. We will also cover some frequently asked questions and why there are so many different wood glues. Bring your gluing questions as this is a discussion, not just a presentation.

Bob Behnke

11:00 a.m.    

Success with Epoxy: 
Tools, Techniques and Artistic Touches

Epoxy allows you to do so many things, including adding incredible artistic touches to your projects. Brittney Carbone's session provides you with the basics of working with epoxy, starting with choosing the correct product. From there she moves on to help you explore techniques that will bring an artistic epoxy flair to your shop and your projects.

Brittney Carbone

12:00 p.m.

Great Shop Tips and Tricks

Adam Barnett’s session will cover a variety of shop tips and tricks, from jointing on the table saw to clever uses for CA glue and more.

Adam Barnett

1:00 p.m.    

Designing and Building a Plant Stand with Inlay

Rob Johnstone’s session will walk through his design process for a unique plant stand, including the creation of the decorative inlay featured on the top.

Rob Johnstone

2:00 p.m.    

Furniture Making Tips and Tricks

George Vondriska’s session will cover furniture-making tips and tricks to help streamline your process. Learn time-tested techniques that improve efficiency and elevate your results.

George Vondriska