Basic Box Making

Break in your tools, build your confidence, take home your first project

Learn the joy of turning raw wood into your very first fine woodworking project using only hand tools.

  • DISCOVER THE JOY OF WORKING WITH YOUR TOOLS

    • A fun, confidence-building way to start fine woodworking.

    • Turn rough lumber into something useful and beautiful.

    • Practice with your own planes, saws, and chisels.

    • Relaxed, beginner-friendly environment — plus muffins and coffee.

  • WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

    • Selecting and preparing wood from rough stock.

    • Planing, sawing, and chiseling with accuracy.

    • Marking out and cutting rebate joinery.

    • Clamping, gluing, and assembling your project.

    • Surface prep and applying a simple finish.

  • A FOUNDATION FOR TRADITIONAL HAND TOOL WOODWORKING

    • Box making introduces your first joinery skills.

    • Gain confidence through layout, cutting, and fitting.

    • Skills transfer to larger furniture and future projects.

    • Ideal bridge after hand tool setup and before advanced builds.

Course Details

  1. Duration: 3 days (08:30 – 16:00 daily)

  2. Location: PlyCreations Workshop, Centurion

  3. Class Size: Maximum 2 students for individual attention

  4. Cost: R4000 per person (payable on invoice after booking)

What’s Included

We provide:

  • All project materials and finishes

  • Use of shop tools (or bring your own to build confidence)

  • Demonstrations and step-by-step guidance

  • Focused tuition in a small-group setting

  • Coffee, muffins, and a safe place to learn

Optional (if you own them):

  • Your own planes, chisels, or saws (bring them sharpened if possible)

Note: If you’re using workshop tools, we’ll ensure they’re ready for you. The goal is confidence and skill — not noise, dust, or heavy PPE.

FAQ’s

  • No. Beginners are welcome, though basic tool familiarity helps.

  • Bring your own planes, chisels, or saws if you have them. Otherwise, we’ll provide everything you need.

  • A handmade wooden box — and the skills to use your hand tools with confidence.

  • We’ll check together. If needed, start with our Hand Tool Setup or Sharpening course.

  • Yes. Coffee, muffins, and all project materials are provided.

Ready to break in your hand tools?

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Prefer a printable version?

Download the Basic Box Making Outline (PDF) for a detailed overview.

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