Free, walk-in gatherings at our Industry City shop — reserve ahead if you'd like, no experience necessary.
See schedule below
Drop in anytime during the window
Open house, no group limit
Community Socials
Something is always being made in the back room. Every so often, we prop the door open so you can wander in, see it happen, and leave with proof you made something too.
Community Socials are the easy, drop-in cousin of our workshops: a few open hours when the shop becomes a neighborhood gathering spot. Stop by on your way through Industry City, or come by after work. Stay for ten minutes or the whole evening. Carve a stamp, wrap a gift, try a Japanese handplane, make something small and take it home.
Come as you are. Leave with something you made.
Event Schedule
November 7 — DIY Holiday Ornament
The season’s first ornament should be one you made. Drop by the shop, pull up a seat at the craft table, and make a custom ornament to hang on your tree or tuck into a gift. No experience needed.
Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Cost: Free
Included: Materials for one custom ornament
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November 18: Journey Into Woodworking with Will O’Connor
Finding your way into a craft isn’t always straightforward. Will O’Connor of Make Good Traditional Handcrafts shares his own path into woodworking: how he got started, what kept him going, and how he eventually found his way to Japanese hand tools. He’ll then dig into why those tools won him over, and what they might offer you. Along the way, you’ll pick up ideas for taking your own first steps, or your next ones.
After the talk, you can give the tools a try yourself: take a cut with a pull-saw or run a Japanese handplane down a board.
Beginners, hobbyists, seasoned woodworkers, and the merely curious are all welcome. Bring your questions and ideas, then stay for open shop talk with fellow makers. It’s a night to learn something new, have some fun, and meet your local woodworking community.
Time: Wednesday, 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM (talk runs about 1 to 1.5 hours, followed by hands-on time and open hangout)
Cost: Free
Included: A talk on finding your way into woodworking, and hands-on time with Japanese pull-saws and handplanes
Why Book with Craftsman Ave?
- Beginner-Friendly and Family-Friendly: Our workshops are designed for curious beginners of all ages. We’ll help you make something brag-worthy—plus, we’ll snap a few photos to prove it!
- Satisfaction Guaranteed: Hundreds of 5-star reviews tell us you’ll enjoy your workshop, but if you don’t, just let us know—we’ll make it right.
- Flexible Rescheduling: Life happens. Reschedule up to 7 days in advance.
- Learning That’s Actually FUN: Small groups, great music, and good vibes (with disco balls!).
- One and Done: Our workshops are single-session. Make something amazing and take it home the same day!
- No Hidden Costs: Our gift cards never expire and the price you see is the price you’ll pay. No surprise charges.
- Public or Private: Come solo or with a friend, or book a private session for birthdays, team outings, or special events.
So go ahead—get your hands a little dirty and discover what you’re capable of. Book with confidence today!
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