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3 hours
Lacey MakerSpace
Starting at USD 80
Sat, 31 May, 2025 at 09:30 am to 12:30 pm (GMT-07:00)
Lacey Makerspace
Baran Drive Southeast, Lacey, United States
In this 3-hour course, you will learn safety protocols and artistic techniques on how to hand-turn a pen on a lathe. You will walk away with a basic introductory concept on how to operate a wood lathe and create a hand-made pen to take home.
The instructor will demonstrate how to set up the lathe properly, how to hold the cutting tool safely, and how to finish and assemble a wooden pen. Students will then be coached through the entire process. Kits, materials, tools, and safety equipment are all provided. (Gluing and drilling will be demonstrated but this prep work will be done before class so that students can jump into turning instruction. See video for example. Students will start at this step:
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| Ticket type | Ticket price |
|---|---|
| General Admission | 106 USD |
| LMS Members | 80 USD |
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