Woodturning Workshops

Woodturning Workshops at Mercury School of Woodwork by Experienced Woodturners

Discover the rewarding craft of woodturning in our comprehensively equipped workshop, designed for beginners and intermediate learners alike. Guided by our team of experienced woodturners, you’ll develop essential skills, learn safety techniques, and create stunning wooden pieces. Each session focuses on a specific project, ensuring a structured yet creative learning experience.

Woodturning is a versatile woodworking technique that transforms raw wood into functional and decorative items using a lathe. From mastering tool handling to understanding grain direction, this course equips you with the knowledge and confidence to continue woodturning independently.

Session Overview

1. Safety and Machine Introduction: Learn the basics of safety, equipment, tools, and techniques.
2. Tall Candleholder: Practice shaping and cutting to craft a functional candleholder.
3. Rolling Pin: Develop precision while creating a smooth and evenly shaped rolling pin.
4. Festive Decorations or Honey Dippers: Explore decorative techniques with small, detailed items.
5. Wide-Base Candleholder: Master cross-grain turning for a sturdy and elegant candleholder

• Course Fee: R 1 800 per person.
• All tools, timber, and equipment is supplied. Students will go home with their own creation.

Our courses fill up quickly, should your preferred date be fully booked we can add you to the waitlist. We take a max of 6 students per course.

WEDNESDAYS

This is a 3-day course with each session running from 10h00 to 13h00.

2026 STARTING DATES:

Jan: 14th, 21st, 28th
Feb: 4th, 11th, 18th
March: 4th, 11th, 18th
April: 8th, 15th, 22nd
May: 13th, 20th, 27th
June: 10th, 17th, 24th
July: 1st, 8th, 15th
Aug: 12th, 19th, 26th
Sept: 9th, 16th, 23rd
Oct: 7th, 14th, 21st
Nov: 11th, 18th, 25th