Intro to Wood Turning on the Lathe with Jayla Patton

3-Hour Workshop

Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025

Time: 1pm-4pm

Description: Gain confidence and a clear understanding of how to use a wood lathe. In this introductory class students will have 1 on 1 and group instruction on how to turn a spindle using a variety of chisels in a safe environment. Students will learn what each chisel does as well as setup, safety and finishing techniques in this class and will walk away with a hand turned wooden item.

Thanks to Turners Anonymous for the use of lathes during this workshop.

Tuition: $65 + $20 materials fee

Materials: All materials will be provided.

Location: Contemporary Craft Timmons Studios (5688 Butler St., Pittsburgh, PA 15201)

Cancellations and Refunds: Workshop cancellations are decided three business days before the start date. If workshops must be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment, the entire class fee will be refunded by check, to your credit card, or Contemporary Craft account for future workshops.

Refund Policy: Student refund requests must be made at least three business days before a class begins. There will be a $25 cancellation fee. No refunds will be given without three-business days notice. Processing of refunds takes approximately three weeks.

If you require accessibility accommodations, please let us know by calling 412.261.7003 and we are happy to assist you.

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