Tool Sharpening & Setup Clinic

Learn the basics of sharpening and honing hand woodworking tools from staff instructor Max Smith in this one-evening clinic. Max will demystify the process and help you start to master this essential practice.

He will cover the steps involved, including different sharpening approaches and tools—such as stones, sandpaper and glass, diamond sharpeners, and low-speed grinders—along with preparing blades by flattening, honing, regular tool maintenance, and where to source good-quality sharpening tools.

Bring your own chisels, block planes, and other hand tools for hands-on sharpening and honing practice.