Thursday, June 26

Intro to CNC & V-Carve + Design a Mitten Coaster

Design a mitten coaster in V-Carve & cut it on the Shark HD510. BYO laptop—free trial link included!

By Rockler Woodworking and Hardware

Select date and time

Thursday, June 26 · 1 - 4pm EDT

Location

Rockler Woodworking and Hardware - Novi

43291 Crescent Blvd Novi, MI 48375

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Event lasts 3 hours

Looking to get started with CNC routing or need help navigating V-Carve? This beginner-friendly class is the perfect place to start!

Join our expert instructor as we walk through the basics of designing in V-Carve by creating a custom mitten-shaped coaster inspired by the state of Michigan. Attendees are encouraged to bring a laptop with V-Carve already installed (licensed or free trial) so they can follow along step-by-step. If you’re new to CNC routing, you can download the free V-Carve trial here.

Once the design is complete, we’ll cut the coaster on the Next Wave Shark HD510 and walk through the full process—from digital design to finished piece. No prior experience required!

What You’ll Learn:

Basics of using V-Carve software
How to design a mitten-shaped coaster using V-Carve
How to prep and run a job on the Next Wave Shark HD510 CNC
CNC routing tips and beginner best practices

What to Bring:

A laptop with V-Carve installed (licensed or free trial)
Optional: USB flash drive to save your project

Important Info:This class is perfect for beginners. No CNC experience required. Class sizes are limited to ensure hands-on support.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any age restrictions for this class?

This class requires the use of power tools, which requires the attendee to be 14 years or older. Attendees below 18 years must be accompanied and supervised by a parent or legal guardian throughout the entire class. If a parent or legal guardian is required to attend, only 1 ticket is required.

Do I need any safety equipment or special clothing?

Safety glasses or face shields, hearing protection, gloves, and dust respirators will be provided free of charge as needed. No loose clothing should be worn, long sleeves should be rolled up, long hair should be tied back. No open-toed shoes can be worn during classes.

I'm interested in a class that is not scheduled, do you offer custom classes based on my interests?

If you are interested in a private class, custom class tailored to your specific needs, or a special group class, please call your local store and speak directly to a Manager. We'll do our very best to meet your requirements while providing a great experience.

Who can I contact with any additional questions?

Please e-mail events@rockler.com or call your local store and speak directly to a Manager for any further questions you may have regarding any class at Rockler Woodworking & Hardware.

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Rockler Woodworking and Hardware

$106