Access At CVUHS

Come learn the basics of pen turning with professional wood turner Andrew Duling. Pen turning is an excellent introduction to lathe work. It’s a quick, fulfilling, and inexpensive way to go from wood to finished product. Bring home turned pens you can cherish for years or give as a gifts. Each student will complete turning of one pen, with the option of turning an additional pen as time allows. Open to all ages 16+, students 12-16 welcome with an adult chaperone. All experience levels welcome! No prior woodworking experience required. All materials and use of equipment included in the fee. Bring safety eye goggles and wear closed toed shoes. No loose clothing! Wear your hair tied back or wear a hat.

Come learn the basics of turning and make a rolling pin with professional wood turner Andrew Duling. This is an excellent introduction to lathe work. Choose your wood and learn the basics to complete a beautiful and functional keepsake. Bring home an individualized rolling pin you can cherish for years, or give as a gift to an avid baker! Each student will complete turning of one rolling pin. Designs such as a tapered French or a handled rolling pin will be discussed at the start of class. No prior woodworking experience required and all experience levels welcome! All materials and use of equipment included in the fee. Bring safety eye goggles and wear closed toed shoes. No loose clothing! Wear your hair tied back or wear a hat. Open to all ages 16+. Rolling Pin Success- Spring 2025

Join professional woodturner Andrew Duling for this popular, hands-on workshop and create your first hardwood bowl from start to finish. In this two-session class, each participant will receive a hardwood blank and have access to their own lathe, allowing for plenty of guided practice and individual instruction. Students will learn essential lathe safety, proper tool use, and the basic properties of wood while transforming a rough blank into a beautifully finished bowl—often more than one. This workshop is designed to build skills, confidence, and a strong foundation for anyone interested in pursuing woodturning as a new hobby, or would just like to make a bowl to proudly use, display or gift. All materials and equipment are included in the course fee. Max 6 per class. Enroll early to reserve your lathe! Please bring: safety eye goggles. Wear closed-toe shoes, avoid loose clothing, and tie back long hair or wear a hat. Watch the life of a wooden bowl turner...https://youtu.be/B4or0amjL2w "Andy is very knowledgeable and incredibly patient with students. He is a great instructor!" "Very knowledgeable teacher and very patient, great at explaining, cannot say enough how good he was!"