Wood-N-Feathers Inc.
2009 Schedule of Classes & Workshops
We are pleased to bring you our Fall/Winter Schedule of Classes & Workshops. After a relaxing summer we have a full selection of interesting projects for you to consider.
We strongly suggest that students wear a carving glove or thumb/finger guards to prevent the odd nick or cut that is inevitable in this hobby!
We try to keep our class sizes under 8 people in order to ensure that everyone gets the attention that they need. For this reason we ask that you register quickly in order to avoid disappointment.
Call Us At 613 269 2299 To Register TODAY!
Please refer to our Web Site at www.wood-n-feathers.com for Various Project Pictures
Please remember that we do enforce a cancellation policy if a student cancels within 2 weeks or less of a course. The fee for canceling is $50.00.Tthis is due to the fact that we reserve a space for you and prepare materials for you.
Songbird Crash Course- The Chickadee Beginner
This is a great class for someone who is thinking they may like carving and wants to get their feet wet. Students will learn the basics of roughing, shaping, detailing and painting while creating this fun little bird. This is the Coles notes of woodcarving- join this class for a fun and productive day!
Instructor: Bruce Stackhouse
When: Saturday September 26th
From: 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Course Cost: $60.00
Supply Cost: $20.00 Includes Cutout, Eyes, Feet and Paint
Required Tools: Students will need a basic knife, v gouge and u gouge
Wood Burning/Pyrography Beginner
This is a fun and relaxing way to spend a day while discovering a popular emerging hobby. Students will learn the various tips and techniques required to creating a lifelike ‘picture’ with a wood burning tool.
Instructor: Larry Reed
When: Sunday September 27th
From: 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Course Cost: $50.00
Supply Cost: $20.00 Includes Wood, Carbon Paper
Required Tools: Wood Burner (Rental is Available for $10 for the day)
Barn Owl- 8 Consecutive Friday Afternoons Intermediate/Advanced
This class is suitable for those students that have a fair bit of experience carving. Students MUST have a micro tool and wood burner. This is a relaxed atmosphere to fine tune your wood carving skills.
Instructor: Bruce Stackhouse
When: 8 Consecutive Friday Afternoons Starting October 2nd
From: 12:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m.
Course Cost: $175.00
Supply Cost: TBD
Required Tools: A Selection of Hand tools, a power tool, wood burner, paints and supplies
Haida Panel Beginner
This is an interesting lesson on Haida Carving. Students will learn the fundamentals behind this thoughtful art while creating a beautiful and distinct piece.
Instructor: Bruce Stackhouse
When: Saturday October 3rd
From: 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Course Cost: $50.00
Supply Cost: $25.00 Include Wood, Carbon Paper
Required Tools: Basic Knife
Whimsical Bark House Any Level
Definitely one of our most popular classes- the Whimsical Bark House is a fun and relaxing day of carving for any level of carver. Drop into the store anytime to see various samples of this unique form of carving.
Instructor: Larry Reed
When: Sunday October 4th
From: 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Course Cost: $50.00
Supply Cost: $20.00 Includes Bark, Use of power tool and finishing product
Required Tools: Basic Knife, V Gouge and U Gouge, (Power Tool if Available)
Rustic Wood Spirit Beginner/Intermediate
NEW CLASS! Glenn is back at Wood-N-Feathers for a great weekend of carving! Students will learn how to create a rustic and lifelike face in a piece of driftwood.
Instructor: Glenn Carver
When: Saturday October 10th and Sunday October 11th
From: 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Course Cost: $135.00
Supply Cost: $10.00 Includes Wood
Required Tools: Students will need a basic knife and a variety of v and u gouges
Butternut Shark Beginner/Intermediate
Always popular, our butternut whale class is sure to fill quickly. This time Bruce has decided to do Humpback Whale, which is a majestic and beautiful project. Students will learn the basics of roughing, shaping and finishing throughout this project.
Instructor: Bruce Stackhouse
When: Saturday October 17th and 24th
From: 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Course Cost: $135.00
Supply Cost: TBD
Required Tools: Basic Knife
Santa Beginner
Just in time for Christmas! Join us for this fun class on the one and only- Santa! Students will learn the basics of roughing, shaping and painting while creating a charming little Christmas Figure.
Instructor: Larry Reed
When: Sunday October 18th and 25th
From: 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Course Cost: $135.00
Supply Cost: $15.00 Includes Cutout and Paint
Required Tools: Basic Knife, V Gouge and U Gouge
Wood Spirit in a ¼ Round Beginner
This is a great class for someone that hasn’t carved before and has an interest in Wood Spirits and/or Face Carving. Larry will take students through all the necessary steps to creating a life like face in wood- complete with beard.
Instructor: Larry Reed
When: Saturday October 31st and Sunday November 1st
From: 10:00 a.m. til 5:00 p.m.
Course Cost: $135.00
Supply Cost: $15.00 Includes Cutout and Finishing Supplies
Required Tools: Basic Knife, V Gouge and U Gouge
Bark Lighthouse Beginner
Instructor: Bruce Stackhouse
When: Saturday November 7th
From: 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Course Cost: $50.00
Supply Cost: $15.00 Includes Wood and Finishing Supplies
Required Tools: Basic Knife, Small Gouge and U Gouge
Basic Sharpening Demo
The key to happy carving is sharp tools. If your tools are at all dull then you are not getting all the enjoyment you can out of this wonderful hobby. Join us for a morning demonstration that will leave you with all the information you need to keep your tools in top condition. Multiple methods demonstrated.
Instructor: Bruce Stackhouse
When: Sunday November 8th
From: 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.
Course Cost: $15.00
Supply Cost: N/A
Required Tools: Bring a Dull Tool
Power Tools & Accessories Demo
The world of power carving is vast and sometimes overwhelming. Come for an afternoon of useful information that will dispel the uncertainties that you have regarding power tools and all the accessories that come along with them. Students will learn about the different power tools, their accessories and maintaining them. This is a great seminar for those that already have power tools and anyone considering buying one.
Instructor: Bruce Stackhouse
When: Sunday November 8th
From: 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m.
Course Cost: $15.00
Supply Cost: N/A
Required Tools: N/A
Painting a Study Bird Intermediate/Advanced
Instructor: John Leeder
When: Saturday November 14th and Sunday November 15th
From: 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
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Gargoyle Intermediate
Instructor: Bruce Stackhouse
When: Saturday November 21st and 28th
From: 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Course Cost: $135.00
Supply Cost: TBD
Required Tools: Basic Knife, Selection of Gouges
Wood Burning Intermediate
For those students that would like to try another wood burning we are introducing a new project that is sure to please.
Instructor: Larry Reed
When: Sunday December 6th and 13th
From: 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Course Cost: $135.00
Supply Cost: $15.00 Includes Wood, Carbon Paper
Required Tools: Wood Burner (rental available)
Common Loon Beginner
This is a perfect class for the beginner carver. Bruce will take students through all the required steps to creating a lifelike loon.
Instructor: Bruce Stackhouse
When: Saturday December 12th, 19th and Sunday December 20th
From: 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
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Butternut Otter Beginner/Intermediate
Instructor: Bruce Stackhouse
When: Saturday January 9th and 16th
From: 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Course Cost: $135.00
Supply Cost: $20.00 Includes Cutout and Finishing Supplies
Required Tools: Basic Knife
Wood Spirit Walking Stick Beginner/Intermediate
Instructor: Larry Reed
When: Sunday January 10th
From: 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Course Cost: $50.00
Supply Cost: $20.00 Includes Wood
Required Tools: Basic Knife. V Gouge and U Gouge
Haida Feast Dish Intermediate
NEW CLASS! This is a unique project that is sure to be popular. Using the traditional Haida methods students will create a functional and beautiful piece.
Instructor: Bruce Stackhouse
When: Saturday January 23rd, 30th and Sunday January 31st
From: 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
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Required Tools: Basic Knife
Miniature Puffin Intermediate/Advanced
Instructor: Bruce Stackhouse
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Thursday Evening Advanced
Instructor: Bruce Stackhouse
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