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Woodworking skills development

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25 per session - Virtual OK - Posted Mar 01, 2017

Teaching the fine art of woodworking, with traditional hand tools. All crash course basics from beginner to intermediate learners.

For simplicity and time, start to finish steps are listed as 'workshops'. Some workshops are very hands on, others are more conversation and informational. Not everyone needs all these workshops, It depends on your skill level!

-What are bench tools and joinery tools
-Where to find old, antique, and vintage tools to refurbish
-How to refurbish hand tools to bring them back to life
-Sharpening plane irons and chisels
-Building essential workbench tools and jigs
-Turning an idea into a detailed drawing or blueprint on graph paper, isometric paper, and Sketchup
-Selecting the best wood for the project, and sourcing out cheap or free wood
-Squaring and dimensioning lumber
-Using traditional joinery in all projects, big and small
-Applying simple finishes that bring out the beauty in your project

Training & Qualifications


Woodworking has always been a passion of mine, and I continue to learn more about it, and improve my own skills every day. I currently teach construction and employability skills, and I'm big on helping people develop positive attitudes toward any work they do, whether it be their day job, or their hobby. Prior to reaching, I was a contractor, working mostly in home renovations.

Availability & Preferences


Most evenings and weekends.

Trading Preference: I’m flexible, just hit me up!

Reviews of Max


Clarence provided Help with Makerspace development ideas for Max
May 17, 2017
Impressed with the workmanship on the all wood mallet. Very nicely done.
Jonas provided Help with Makerspace development ideas for Max
Mar 05, 2017
Good luck with the makerspace
Rhodri provided unit of Get Featured on Project Simbi! for Max
Mar 04, 2017
Max always replies quickly and is a pleasure to talk to!
Anne received Help with I need a floor lamp rewired. from Max
Mar 04, 2017
Max is a very friendly person and I enjoyed meeting him. Thanks Max. ;)
Rhodri provided Help with Makerspace development ideas for Max
Mar 03, 2017
Max is a Simbi pioneer in the Niagara Region. Keep him on your radar!

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I'm putting together ideas for a Makerspace here in Niagara, and though I am familiar with business management and operation, I need some fresh, out of the box ideas! A creative mind, a soundboard...

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About Max Wild

I love to learn new things! Whether it be a new skill or technique in something I already enjoy, a new hobby, or a craft...learning is key for me. I'm an avid woodworker and I love to build things ...with my hands. I enjoy everything from the design process on a scrap piece of paper, right up to the finishing process after countless hours of creating. I prefer to work with traditional hand tools, but I do have a powered workshop too with most of the basic wood shop tools. show more

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