Hearth Stool Build

Experience Level: ANY

Instructor: Shea Alexander (Instagram)

Class Size: 6

Sessions: 3 days at 8 hours each

This course will be in person at the Alexander Brothers shop in Timberville, VA

Course Description

Have you ever wanted to build a chair, but it seems a little intimidating? Shea has designed the Hearth Stool to include all the hand tool techniques needed to build a chair in a small project. In this class you will build a 3 leg hearth stool learning to saddle a seat, understanding leg drilling angles, the components of a strong joint, Making octagon parts and more. This class will be primarily handtool work while also covering some powertool techniques. 

Tools and lumber will be provided for the course.
If you want to bring your own tools, we will be using:
-Laser levels and tripods
-6 Degree Tapered Reamers (like this)
-No 5 Hand Plane
-V groove jigs (shop made) 

Course Cost*

$700 – Includes lumber, materials, and lunch for all 3 days 
This course is FULL but you can register or apply to be on the waitlist! 
 

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*If you qualify for a free course, you will not be charged. Application steps are in the registration form or click HERE to see if you qualify.

Course Dates

February 26th – 28th, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. EST to 5:00 p.m. EST each day. 

Register/Apply Below!