LEARN TO TIMBER FRAME: BUILD YOUR OWN SAW HORSES
WITH AUTUMN PETERSON AND SCOTT MCCLURE
Friday to Sunday, June 5th to 7th, 2026:
Friday, June 5th, 5:30 - 8:30pm
Saturday, June 6th, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday, June 7th, 9:00am - 4:00pm
This class will teach the fundamentals of timber framing as you build a set of timber-framed sawhorses to take home! Over this three day class, we’ll explore design, square rule layout, joinery considerations, tool selection, sharpening, cutting tips & tricks, sourcing materials and how to use your body to move heavy things safely and with others. Using only hand tools, we will lay out and cut the joinery for a pair of timber-framed sawhorses, simple enough to make in a weekend yet covering all the basics you need to start a bigger project.
The timber sizes we will be using are 6x6 and 4x6 in smaller pieces, so we won’t be lifting too much weight. Some hand strength is required, as we will be using hand saws and chisels, but we can accommodate special physical limitations if needed to make this a fun, educational experience for everyone. Please reach out if you have special requests, or to let us know how we can help you make this a great experience for you.
Class Details
Age Requirement: this class is for adults 18+.
Location: Wade Hardware (400 SW 2nd St)
Students bring: framing square, pencil, sharp 1-½” chisel, mallet, favorite handsaw, sharp block plane, utility knife, combination square, ear & eye protection, dust mask. If you don’t already own these tools, we will have tools available for students to use, so don’t let that keep you from signing up. We will have a large variety of hand saws to try out, American saws, Japanese style saws, etc. and chisels, and timber carts for moving timers around.
Tuition: $270
Materials fee: $75
Please note: you will be redirected to a Square link to finalize your registration.
Accessibility note: This class uses hand-sewing techniques, so some hand dexterity is necessary.
Need a scholarship to attend a class? We offer full and half tuition awards (scholarships do not apply to class materials fee). Email info@tarweedfolkschool.com to register.
Tarweed Folk School values increasing access to practical arts and place-based skills. Our goal is to make our classes accessible to anyone with an interest in learning. Please consider that our classrooms take place inside and outdoors with varying amenities (think of parking, seating, walking surfaces, and bathroom options, for example). We are happy to provide any information or answer any questions about accessibility or accommodations for any of our classes and locations. Please email us if you have comments, concerns, or questions.
