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Shop Lead


Currently Supported by Director of Operations

woodshop@rutlandmint.org


Tools


  • Saw Stop Table Saw
  • Band Saws
  • Drill Press
  • Drum & Rotary Sander
  • Lathe
  • Chop Saws
  • Planer
  • Jointer
  • CNC Router
  • Handheld Routers
  • Handheld Sanders
  • Brad Nailer
  • And many other hand tools!


Upcoming events

    • 03/12/2024
    • 04/09/2024
    • 5 sessions
    • The MINT 112 Quality Lane Rutland VT 05701


    Woodshop STAFF HOURS

    Welcome to the MINT Woodshop! If you have questions, need support with a project, or just want to check out the shop space, please drop in!


    • 03/16/2024
    • 05/04/2024
    • 8 sessions
    • 112 Quality Lane
    • 4
    Register


    Building a George Nakashima Style Bench

    In this 8 week intensive course, you will create your very own Conoid

    Bench in the style of George Nakashima. The second week we will take a field trip to select your bench slab material (this will be a separate charge of about $200-$400 that is not included in your registration fee).

    Using appropriate power and hand tools, students will be guided to fashion all component parts, from raw wood, necessary to create a correctly executed Nakashima style bench.  Students will learn design considerations as well as construction and finishing techniques necessary to complete their bench.

    The class will consist of eight 6 hr sessions on consecutive Saturdays.  Please make sure you can attend classes as new skills will be taught each week and the time in class is necessary for completing the bench.

    Learning Objectives:

    -design and build your own conoid bench

    -learn how to safely use the lathe 

    -learn how to shave and taper spindles with a spoke shave


    Instructor: Kent

    This class is offered to members only, as students will need to have taken a woodshop orientation class. 

    Member Cost: $1500

    • 03/25/2024
    • 04/01/2024
    • 2 sessions
    • 112 Quality Lane
    • 0
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    Make yourself an amazing cutting board or charcuterie board while learning the basics of woodworking.

    In this class you will learn:

    • use of the table saw
    • use of the chop saw
    • use of the band saw
    • use of router table
    • use of the jointer and planer. 


    This class also provides the basic knowledge gained in the woodshop orientation course allowing members to use the woodshop during member hours. 

    Monday March 25th and Monday April 1st 5pm-8pm

    Instructor: Dan Lovell

    Member: $85

    Not Yet Member: $100

    • 03/26/2024
    • 04/03/2024
    • 4 sessions
    • 112 Quality Lane
    • 3
    Register

    Build Your Own Fish Landing Net

    Attention outdoor enthusiasts!

    Build your own landing net for your fishing adventures. In this class we will make and cut parts and pieces to assemble all the details we need for a unique signature net. This class will be a four part class and will meet for two hours each night. All participants will leave this class with a 15 inch net ready to hit the water!

    *This is not an introductory class, students should take woodshop orientation prior to this course.*

    This class will utilize both the wood shop and the laser to customize your handle and make it truly one of a kind. 

    Instructor: Dan

    When: March 26th and 27th, April 2nd and 3rd 5:00PM-7:00PM

    Members: $175

    Not Yet Members: $200


    • 03/28/2024
    • 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • 112 Quality Lane
    • 0
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    Woodshop: Introduction to the Lathe

    In this introductory course, you will learn to safely operate the lathe.

    There are no pre-requisites for this class, all skill levels are welcome. 

    This course is required for all members who wish to use the lathe in the woodshop. 

    Instructor: Hans

    When: Thursday, 3/28 3:00PM-5:00PM

    Member: $35

A place for tinkerers, makers, and small businesses to have space, contacts, and equipment to thrive. If you possess a passion for creating and making, a MINT membership is for you.

    
112 Quality Lane, Rutland, Vermont

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