Stuart Bywater Design

School of Fine Furniture
Stuart has thrown the workshop doors open to give you the opportunity to enjoy the challenges that fine woodworking has to offer. We cater for every level of woodworker, from novice to advance. We deliberately keep classes small [max 6]. They’re a great way to learn this increasingly popular craft in a relaxed and creative atmosphere...

In the Classic Woodworking Class we offer a programme that teaches students the essentials in woodworking such as tuning a hand plane developing hand tool skills and exploring your design talents. At the end of this class students will have made a beautiful cutting board as shown in the picture below.

NEW NEW NEW NEW NEW
To satisfy student demand Stuart Bywater Design now offers a Blanket Box Making Class. This programme teaches the student how to construct and polish their very own solid timber blanket box. By the end of the 6th class; each student will be able to take home their very own blanket box to use and enjoy.

For information on 2009 class times and current pricing - download the Registration Form (Word Doc or PDF)

scroll down for some of our student work...

Getting Started

Often it can be very daunting starting something completely new. Our introductory course has been designed for those with little or no experience in woodworking. They are designed to give you the confidence and an understanding of the tolerances used to create fine furniture. The classes run in the evenings, and are conducted in 8 week blocks. Emphasis is placed on mastering basic hand techniques and working with various timber species. By the end of the course you will have made a beautifully unique chopping board, and be competent in tuning and using a hand plane, gluing, sharpening, sanding and finishing.

And After That?

At the conclusion of the introductory course, most students opt to continue their classes. Once you have grasped the basic principles, we then look at more advanced techniques such as hand cut dovetails, mortice and tenons and other complicated joinery. Classes will also focus on the use of machinery to supplement the hand techniques you are mastering.
In the advanced classes you will also be introduced to the challenges of furniture design and construction, and will be encouraged to design and make your own pieces. Due to our small class size (max 6), Stuart is always on hand to guide you along each step.

Stuart is an experienced teacher of fine woodwork, having had the opportunity to train many apprentices. His easy going nature makes classes a pleasure to come to, and a great way to unwind in a relaxed atmosphere with like minded people. If you are interested in enrolling, please go to the contact page and have a chat to Stuart.

For information on 2009 class times and current pricing - download the Registration Form (Word Doc or PDF)

		182 Crockford St Northgate Qld 4013 Ph 07 3256 9000 Fax 07 3256 9043 enquiries@bywaterdesign.com.au

	As seen on Channel 9 Weekend Extra!	School of Fine Furniture Stuart has thrown the workshop doors open to give you the opportunity to enjoy the challenges that fine woodworking has to offer. We cater for every level of woodworker, from novice to advance. We deliberately keep classes small [max 6]. They’re a great way to learn this increasingly popular craft in a relaxed and creative atmosphere... In the Classic Woodworking Class we offer a programme that teaches students the essentials in woodworking such as tuning a hand plane developing hand tool skills and exploring your design talents. At the end of this class students will have made a beautiful cutting board as shown in the picture below. NEW NEW NEW NEW NEW To satisfy student demand Stuart Bywater Design now offers a Blanket Box Making Class. This programme teaches the student how to construct and polish their very own solid timber blanket box. By the end of the 6th class; each student will be able to take home their very own blanket box to use and enjoy. For information on 2009 class times and current pricing - download the Registration Form (Word Doc or PDF) scroll down for some of our student work... Getting Started Often it can be very daunting starting something completely new. Our introductory course has been designed for those with little or no experience in woodworking. They are designed to give you the confidence and an understanding of the tolerances used to create fine furniture. The classes run in the evenings, and are conducted in 8 week blocks. Emphasis is placed on mastering basic hand techniques and working with various timber species. By the end of the course you will have made a beautifully unique chopping board, and be competent in tuning and using a hand plane, gluing, sharpening, sanding and finishing. And After That? At the conclusion of the introductory course, most students opt to continue their classes. Once you have grasped the basic principles, we then look at more advanced techniques such as hand cut dovetails, mortice and tenons and other complicated joinery. Classes will also focus on the use of machinery to supplement the hand techniques you are mastering. In the advanced classes you will also be introduced to the challenges of furniture design and construction, and will be encouraged to design and make your own pieces. Due to our small class size (max 6), Stuart is always on hand to guide you along each step. Stuart is an experienced teacher of fine woodwork, having had the opportunity to train many apprentices. His easy going nature makes classes a pleasure to come to, and a great way to unwind in a relaxed atmosphere with like minded people. If you are interested in enrolling, please go to the contact page and have a chat to Stuart. For information on 2009 class times and current pricing - download the Registration Form (Word Doc or PDF)