Jiawood Classes
One-month Intensive Cabinet-Making Course
Working with hand tools is more than just woodworking—it’s about understanding. Hand tools help you connect with the wood, teaching you how each type responds differently to cutting and shaping. This understanding improves your skills and respect for the material.
Hand tools also teach you about the tools themselves. Using them requires focus and care, and maintaining them—like sharpening and tuning—builds patience and responsibility. Once mastered, these tools give you confidence to create all kinds of joinery without depending on machines.
At Jiawood, we offer a one-month intensive cabinet-making class to only four students each year. This course is a deep dive into traditional woodworking, focused on making beautiful cabinets with care and intention.
Beyond skills, working with hand tools builds character. Our classes help students develop patience, integrity, attention to quality, and an appreciation for beauty and nature.
A good woodworker learns to balance the spirit of the wood, the tool, and the craftsperson. When these come together, the work is better—and the process is more enjoyable.
Below, you’ll find essential details about our program:
Class Overview:
Duration: 4 weeks – Mon to Friday – students can use the workshop on Saturdays and Sundays are off.
Intensity: Immersive and intensive, will require a high level of commitment
Focus: Traditional woodworking tailored for aspiring cabinet makers
Curriculum Highlights:
. Comprehensive coverage from design conception to the realization of finished cabinets.
. In-depth understanding of wood types and their distinct characteristics.
. Mastery of essential woodworking tools and their nuanced maintenance and applications.
. Development of the craftsperson’s mindset and work ethic.
. Cutting joinery techniques for precision and durability using hand tools.
Class Size:
Limited to a maximum of 2 students per class to ensure an individualized and attentive learning environment. 2 students for the first class and 2 for the second class
Investment:
Course Fee: USD 4000
Registration fee: USD 1000 (non-refundable) registration closes 2 months before the class date.
Inclusive of a premium set of starter tools – One Japanese chisel, one Kanna, and a Duzuki saw
All required materials provided, accompanied by dedicated workshop space and the students keep everything they produce.
Schedule:
Classes are scheduled from 10am to 6pm
10am to 1pm Teaching – 1pm to 6pm practice and trouble shooting
Workshop is open and can be used from 9am to 7pm
Who Can Join?
Ideal for serious woodworking enthusiasts and aspiring cabinet makers
Suitable for woodworkers of any level seeking to elevate their design and woodworking skills.
Note for Beginners:
Participants with no prior woodworking experience may need additional time post-course to complete their cabinet projects. The class lays a robust foundation, and personal commitment is required for project completion
Tools Requirement:
In addition to provided tools, participants are required to bring their own tool set. Compulsory tools include sharpening stones, measuring, marking tools and other specialized tools.
More Details:
A comprehensive list of tools and additional course information will be provided upon registration.
Class Availability
July 2025 – Class Full
August 2025 – 2 spots available
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