Rockler Woodworking and Hardware - Charlotte

Sharp tools make a huge difference in turning! Learn the best way to sharpen your high-speed steel turning tools using a slow-speed grinder. This class will demonstrate the sharpening techniques needed to make woodturning a safer and more enjoyable experience. Topics covered include grinder setup, the jigs you need to be successful, and HSS tool grinding & sharpening.

Rail and stile have you confused? Struggling to get the measurements on your drawer just right? This full day class is the perfect follow-up to our cabinet carcass class, or can be taken as a stand alone session. Rail and stile doors, euro-style hinges, drawer boxes, and undermount drawer slides will be discussed and you will leave with the skills you need to complete doors and drawers for all your projects.

If you are thinking about purchasing a CNC machine, or have recently done so and need some help-this is the perfect class for you! We keep class sizes small so each student gets great attention. Great mix of instruction and actual CNC use. Please bring your laptop with V-Carve downloaded. If you do not have V-carve, a free demo is available from Vectric.

Celebrate the season with this festive woodworking class where you’ll turn two custom holiday ornaments using a wood lathe and beginner-friendly carbide turning tools. In this hands-on class, you’ll create one elegant finial-tip ornament and one classic Christmas tree ornament—perfect for decorating your own tree or giving as heartfelt, handmade gifts. What You’ll Do: Select your turning blanks from a variety of high-quality domestic hardwoods Drill and glue brass tubes into your blanks using a drill press and adhesive Mount blanks onto a lathe using a turning mandrel Shape each ornament using Rockler’s easy-to-use carbide turning tools Sand and smooth your ornaments Apply a festive red, green, or natural finish for a seasonal touch Unmount your finished pieces and assemble your ornaments using a Rockler Pen Press What’s Included: Expert instruction in a class limited to four attendees All materials, hardware kits, and turning blanks Use of Rockler tools and safety gear All sanding and finishing supplies A bounce-back coupon featuring: 15% off next in-store purchase on the day of class* 10% off next in-store purchase within 30 days of class* * Excludes sale items, power tools, gift cards, Porter Cable dovetail jigs, CNC machines, Leigh products, SawStop, Festool, and Tormek. Important Info: Class is beginner-friendly—no prior experience needed Ages 14+—minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian Parents or guardians supervising a minor do not need to purchase a separate ticket Attendees will be using power tools—proper safety instruction and equipment will be provided Class duration is approximate Each attendee takes home two completed holiday ornaments Registration fee excludes applicable sales tax

The scroll saw is the tool of choice for delicate and intricate cuts. This class is designed to give you the skill and knowledge needed to tackle your next creation. The class will cover blade selection, cutting technique, and more tips and tricks to make your life easier. Plus, you will make a simple decorative figure to gets hands on practice with your new skills.

While making this classic woodworking gift you'll learn some basic fundamentals like how to safely use the planer, table saw, miter saw, drill press, and router. You'll even learn some common sanding and finishing techniques. All students will get to take home their own cutting board and leave with the knowledge needed to take on advanced projects.

Don't know where to start? This course is designed to be a solid foundation to all types of woodworking. We will discuss how to select the right tools and wood for your project. We will talk about (and use!) the most important tools and types of cuts. Most importantly, we will cover how to stay safe while you are working. Plus, all the little tips and tricks that will make your life easier along the way. You will get a chance to use a variety of tools, and will leave with a better understanding of how to approach your next woodworking project.

Learn woodturning basics as you use a wood lathe to turn a custom wooden pen body for a pen hardware kit. Each attendee will make and take home with their own custom wooden pen.

This class is a fantastic opportunity to learn about the router and its use in woodworking. We'll cover everything about the machine and how to choose the best router for any size project. The class will also cover bit selection, techniques and basic cuts, template use, inlays, joinery, jigs and plenty of tricks! Once you see all the things a router can do and how to use it, you won’t hesitate to use routers in all of your projects.

If you’ve ever admired wooden bowls and wondered how to make them, here is your opportunity! We will guide you step by step through the process of turning your own bowl on the lathe with Rockler’s easy-to-use carbide turning tools. You’ll learn about stock selection, chucking, and different bowl finishes. At the end of the day, you’ll have a bowl to take home!

Making a cabinet is one of the fundamental woodworking projects and getting the carcass right is the foundation of a successful project. The experts at Rockler will help you with tips and tricks to make the perfect cabinet for your needs. You will actually create a small cabinet carcass from start to finish to take with you as a reference for future projects. Cabinet making is a three class series: carcass, doors, and drawers. Take only the classes you want, in the order you want. Interested in taking all three components? Contact us at 704.815.6260 for a special rate.

In this hands-on woodworking class, you’ll create a custom cheese slicer board using maple and padauk hardwoods and the Rockler Cheese Slicer Hardware Kit of your choice. You’ll learn fundamental woodworking techniques as you glue, flatten, shape, sand, finish, and assemble a functional kitchen project. The completed board will measure approximately 8" x 11" x ¾". What You’ll Do: Purchase your preferred Rockler cheese slicer hardware kit when signing in for the class Glue up your board using precut maple and padauk hardwood strips and Rockler’s Mini Deluxe Panel Clamps Flatten both sides of the board using a drum sander Square both ends and cut the slicing kerf using a Festool Kapex Miter Saw Drill the mounting hole required for the cheese slicer hardware Round over the board’s edges using a trim router Shape and sand the edges, corners, and surfaces using tools such as a bandsaw or jigsaw, spindle or belt sanders, and Rockler sanding tools Do a final sanding and mount the optional non-slip rubber feet Install your purchased Rockler Cheese Slicer Hardware Kit Purchase Your Hardware Kit: Brushed Stainless Steel: $14.99 Matte Black Stainless Steel: $17.99 Matte Gold Stainless Steel: $17.99 Hardware kits are purchased separately at the store on the class. Prices range from $14.99-$17.99 plus applicable local sales tax. What’s Included: Expert instruction in a class limited to four attendees Pre-cut Maple & Padauk hardwood lumber Non-slip rubber feet (optional) Use of Rockler tools and safety gear All sanding and finishing supplies A bounce-back coupon featuring: 15% off next in-store purchase on the day of class* 10% off next in-store purchase within 30 days of class* * Excludes sale items, power tools, gift cards, Porter Cable dovetail jigs, CNC machines, Leigh products, SawStop, Festool, and Tormek. Important Info: Cheeseboard slicer hardware kit is not included in the class registration price and must be purchased separately in-store on the day of the class. Class is beginner-friendly—no previous woodworking experience is required Ages 14+—minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian Parents or guardians supervising a minor do not need to purchase a separate ticket Attendees will be using power tools—proper safety instruction and equipment will be provided Class duration is approximate Each attendee takes home their completed cheese slicer board with their purchased hardware kit installed Registration fee excludes applicable sales tax

This class will take you through the process of making your own pocket knife. You’ll learn how to make wooden scales and apply them to a knife hardware kit. We’ll also cover sawing, sanding, and finishing techniques. By the time the class has completed, you’ll have your very own pocket knife to take home!

Get the kiddos out of the house for this fun epoxy art project. Each student will make a pair of epoxy ornaments, choosing their own colors and pouring their own designs, learning about epoxy mixing, coloring and pouring along the way. This class is designed for ages 5-12, though younger or older students are welcome. An adult must be present, and may be required to assist younger students. A return trip will be required to pick up the finished ornaments.

Learn woodturning basics as you use a wood lathe to turn a custom wooden pen body for a pen hardware kit. Each attendee will make and take home with their own custom wooden pen.

In this hands-on woodworking class, you’ll make your own hardwood cutting board complete with a handle cutout and juice groove. Using beautiful domestic cherry wood and a variety of Rockler tools and jigs, you’ll learn fundamental woodworking techniques to create a durable and functional piece that looks great in any kitchen. The finished board will measure approximately ¾" x 12" x 16". What You’ll Do: Learn to glue up a cutting board blank using Rockler’s Mini Deluxe Panel Clamps Experience Rockler’s unique “Pay-It-Forward” process — the board you glue will be used in a future class, and you’ll receive a pre-glued board to continue your project Flatten your cutting board using a drum sander Square up the board using a table saw Route a handle cutout using Rockler’s 4-in-1 Cutting Board Handle Routing Template and a compact router Add a juice groove with Rockler’s Juice Groove Jig Sand all edges, corners, and surfaces until smooth Apply a food-safe finish (Odie’s Oil) Install non-slip rubber feet to complete your board What’s Included: Expert instruction in a class limited to four attendees All materials, domestic cherry hardwood, and supplies Use of Rockler tools and safety gear All sanding and finishing supplies A bounce-back coupon featuring: 15% off next in-store purchase on the day of class* 10% off next in-store purchase within 30 days of class* * Excludes sale items, power tools, gift cards, Porter Cable dovetail jigs, CNC machines, Leigh products, SawStop, Festool, and Tormek. Important Info: Class is beginner-friendly—no prior experience needed Ages 14+—minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian Parents or guardians supervising a minor do not need to purchase a separate ticket Attendees will be using power tools—proper safety instruction and equipment will be provided Class duration is approximate Each attendee takes home one completed cutting board Registration fee excludes applicable sales tax

Join us to make a custom wood handle for one of our kitchen knife sets. Choose from a chef's knife, santoku, filet knife, or even a cleaver! Cut, shape, an finsh, then leave with a gorgeous knife you can use everyday.

Create a beautiful and functional piece of art in this 2-day class. On day one you will do all the prep work, learning to use a planer, saw, and bandsaw before clamping and glueing your board, leaving the glue to dry overnight. Come back at the same time the next day to finsh your board, using a sander, template, and router, before applying finsh and leaving with your own gorgeous board.

Don't know where to start? This course is designed to be a solid foundation to all types of woodworking. We will discuss how to select the right tools and wood for your project. We will talk about (and use!) the most important tools and types of cuts. Most importantly, we will cover how to stay safe while you are working. Plus, all the little tips and tricks that will make your life easier along the way. You will get a chance to use a variety of tools, and will leave with a better understanding of how to approach your next woodworking project.

Build a Mahogany Outdoor Bench In this class, you'll build a real piece of outdoor furniture from genuine african mahogany (or a simialr species) — a wood prized for its beauty, durability, and natural resistance to weather and rot. When you're done, you'll take home a handmade bench that's built to live outside for years and look better with every season. This is also one of our most comprehensive skills classes. Building a bench from scratch takes you through nearly every fundamental woodworking operation — from begining to final finish. If you've ever wanted to understand how a woodworking project comes together from start to finish, this is the class to take. What You'll Learn: Shop safety and equipment operation — How to safely use the key shop tools involved in the build, including the miter saw, table saw, drill, orbital sander, and clamps Project planning and layout — How to read plans, think through the order of operations, and lay out your cuts before you make them Lumber selection and grain reading — How to look at a board and understand its grain direction, figure pattern, and how to orient it for the best strength and appearance Cutting to length and width — Making accurate, square crosscuts and rip cuts to turn rough lumber into project-ready parts Shaping for appearance — How to ease edges, round over corners, and shape the wood so the finished bench is comfortable and pleasing to the eye Assembly and structural reinforcement — Putting the bench together with solid joinery and fastening techniques that make it strong enough for everyday outdoor use Sanding techniques — Progressing through grits to create a smooth surface that feels as good as it looks Finishing for the outdoors — Exploring different finishing options that protect mahogany from the elements while enhancing its rich, warm color What You'll Take Home: A completed mahogany outdoor bench — handmade, structurally sound, and finished for outdoor use. This is a piece of furniture you'll be proud to put on your porch, patio, or in your garden, and it makes an extraordinary handmade gift. No woodworking experience needed. Our instructors will guide you through every step. Good to Know: All materials, tools, and equipment provided All skill levels welcome Students aged 14–17 require a parent or guardian present All participants receive a 15% discount on in-store purchases the day of class (exclusions apply) Want something more personalized? We offer 1-on-1 private instruction tailored to your interests. Email store51mgr@rockler.com or call (704)815-6260.

Learn turning basics as you use a wood lathe to turn a custom acrylic pen body for a pen hardware kit. Each attendee will make and take home their own custom acrylic pen.

In this beginner-friendly woodturning class, you’ll learn how to turn your very own wooden bowl using a midi lathe and Rockler’s easy-to-use carbide turning tools. Guided step-by-step by an experienced instructor, you’ll shape, hollow, smooth, and finish a bowl approximately 6" in diameter, gaining the confidence and foundational skills needed to continue your turning journey. What You’ll Do: Mount your bowl blank onto the lathe Learn proper stance, tool control, and safe turning techniques Shape and hollow your wooden bowl using beginner-friendly carbide turning tools Refine the form with smoothing cuts Sand your bowl to a smooth finish Apply a food-safe finish to bring out the natural grain What’s Included: Expert instruction in a class limited to four attendees All materials, bowl blanks, and supplies Use of Rockler tools and safety gear All sanding and finishing supplies A bounce-back coupon featuring: 15% off next in-store purchase on the day of class* 10% off next in-store purchase within 30 days of class* * Excludes sale items, power tools, gift cards, Porter Cable dovetail jigs, CNC machines, Leigh products, SawStop, Festool, and Tormek. Important Info: Class is beginner-friendly—no prior experience needed Ages 14+—minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian Parents or guardians supervising a minor do not need to purchase a separate ticket Attendees will be using power tools—proper safety instruction and equipment will be provided Class duration is approximate Each attendee takes home their finished wooden bowl Registration fee excludes applicable sales tax

Learn woodturning basics as you use a wood lathe to craft a custom wooden handle for one of our hardware kits - Ice Cream Scoop, Bottle Opener, or a Pizza Cutter! Each attendee will make and take home with their own custom utensil. Wooden Handle Blank included and hardware kit are both included.

Do you want to purchase a band saw, but are intimidated by the use of it? Or do you own and band saw and are having trouble using it? There is a lot that goes into bands aw setup and operation. Trying to use one without knowing how to properly and safely, can result in broken blades, inaccurate cuts, damaged wood, and a lot of confusion and frustration. This class will go over the bandsaw, its different features and variables, setup, and how to use them all to get the results you want. Safety Setup Changing blades/blade selection Straight cuts Curved cuts Resawing

Learn how to create the ever-popular ocean pour look with our tabletop epoxy on your own epoxy finished charcuterie board. Students will learn basic sawing and sanding techniques while preparing their board for the epoxy finish. Then students will learn how to apply the epoxy finish by mixing, pouring, and creating an ocean effect onto their board. Students will need to make a second visit to the store to retrieve their board once the epoxy finish has fully cured.

Make your own live edge charcuterie board. Learn to work with live-edge wood. Get a chance to use a variety of tools, including router, saw,sander and planer while crafting a lovely serving board with handle. You will finish up by applying a food safe finish, and leave with a completed charcuterie board, perfect to show off the next time you entertain. Up to two people can attend per ticket, creating a single board per ticket.

Dovetails, box joints, miters, dowels, biscuits, and more-the number of joinery options can be overwhelming, especially for furniture and other fine pieces where both strength and appearance are crucial. This full day class will go in depth on the wide range of options for joining your work. Discuss benefits and drawbacks of each, and get a chance to practice several of the most widely used joinery styles.