Bandsaw box making day

Russell reviewed: Bandsaw box making day

"Ted was an excellent tutor, he showed me from the start to the finish what I was capable of. He took his time to show me the different techniques of sanding as well as using the band saw. I learnt a lot in a short time to make a box."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Russell you made a great box for sure. Look forward to seeing you soon for the basic woodwork day. Hope your wife loves the box too. Remember to take your time when working with any 240v machinery. Kind regards Ted 😎👍👍👍"

Jo reviewed: Bandsaw box making day

"Booked this for my father’s 70th. He had an absolutely fantastic day with Ted and made a lovely jewellery box. He said Ted was knowledgeable and highly skilled as well as being friendly and welcoming. He thoroughly enjoyed his day and I would definitely recommend this for others."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Very kind of your Father to share this day with me today. Ron's careful hands on approach was brilliant and I dare say he's got a gift for woodwork. If he ever needs to come on another course he's welcome. Well done Ron and thank you Jo. 👍👍👍😎👍👍👍"

Tony and Mike reviewed: Bandsaw box making day

"We had an enjoyable day learning bandsaw and sanding skills and ending up with two attractive boxes to take home. Thank you Ted, a friendly and helpful instructor!"

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thank You Tony You and your son did a fine job and I look forward to seeing the pictures soon. If you need another course in the future you know where to come ! Kind regards Ted"

Lisa reviewed: Bandsaw box making day

"I had a really good day. Ted showed me what I was about to make and I didn’t believe that it was possible. With Ted’s help and guidance though I was able to do it. Ted made the day fun and I learned a lot. I’ll be booking my next course very soon."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Lisa your skills were excellent to start with and I think that you will be able to master woodworking in your home life too. Glad to assist you with the bandsaw box and look forward to seeing you soon. Kind regards Ted "

Tor Inge Dolve reviewed: Bandsaw box making day

"Ted is highly competent and has a highly developed sense of humor."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Tor, Well done on the Bandsaw box day and please come back soon for another course next year. I hope you get back to Norway safely with good memories of the woodworking day course. Regards Ted"

Carole reviewed: Bandsaw box making day

"Thank you for a really enjoyable day. I am delighted with my finished box. I truly didn’t expect to achieve such a result. All down to your encouragement and entertaining tuition."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Carole it was a pleasure to work with you both. Looking forward to hearing from you again soon. Kind wishes to the WI Ted x"

Valerie Moreland reviewed: Bandsaw box making day

"Thanks Ted for an excellent day. With your great tuition I have returned home with my bandsaw box and I am delighted. Thanks also for the music. Valerie."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Excellent day Valerie so glad to meet you and hope the WI are pleased with your beautiful bandsaw box. Kind regards Ted Ps hope to c u soon on another course ???"

David reviewed: Bandsaw box making day

"Just the ticket took everything I wanted from the course, Ted is a nice guy and very helpful, thanks."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks David I appreciate your kind response and hope to hear from you soon on another course. Regards T"

Richard Ward reviewed: Bandsaw box making day

"Great Course and very fulfilling day - Thanks, Ted! Highly recommended... Ted was a good, easy-going (and very patient) tutor and was very happy to answer my questions, even beyond the box making course. Thoroughly enjoyed the whole day and will definitely be going back for another course. Thanks, Ted (looking forward to the next)"

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Thanks Richard you have some good skills at hand indeed. Hope you are well and look forward to seeing you soon mate ! kind regards Ted"

Stephen Bloomfield reviewed: Bandsaw box making day

"A very enjoyable day even for someone -- perhaps especially for someone -- who had not done any woodwork since schooldays. Tim was very good company and a good tutor -- ready to help but not intrusive. I shall be going back to make another item."

Paul Foster reviewed: Bandsaw box making day

"A excellent one-on-one 1-day course, at the end of which (much to my surprise) I created a box of far better quality than I thought myself capable of. Tom is a very knowledgeable and convivial host, for which nothing was too much trouble. I left with a useful insight into some of the tools (bandsaw and sanders) and techniques I am interested in pursuing at home. Highly recommended."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"Well done to a fine craftsman. I think Paul had great hand skills at the outset and his control of the bandsaw was second to none! With very little help from me Paul has created a little box to last him into old age. Please come again on another course Paul, you know your welcome indeed? Kind regards Ted"

Mr David Witter reviewed: Bandsaw box making day

"Finally (lockdown permitting) I got my Bandsaw Box Making day. Ted was very flexible with the re-booking due to 3rd wave lockdown restrictions. I did ensure that I had a good look at Google Maps first, but my SATNAV route did come off the A500 a junction too soon, the one-way system and locals are not very forgiving. My past woodwork experiences were 40+ years ago at school and so it was good to be back in a proper workshop. Ted is a salt-of-the-earth, easy-going person and so it was nice to chat as the day progressed. The Bandsaw is by far the workhorse here, I'd recommend a few practice runs on marked-up scrap pieces to develop the feel for moving the wooden block through your stenciled outline. Outside and inside curves provide their own challenges when adjusting the piece and time spent here helps to produce cleaner lines later. With the parts cut out, it was time to use the belt and oscillating sanders being mindful to maintain those consistent lines and edges for a smooth fit. Ted is always on hand to advise and help with your progress, but it is very much your own creation. Once the box is glued, which is no mean feat (I think we had 12 clamps to keep the box and drawer secured), we can use the sanders to get rid of any remaining overlaps - ready for the Danish oil finish. I was very happy with the day and what I'd achieved. A big thank you to Ted for showing me the way and providing this opportunity."

Teds Woodworking/ instrument making Courses responded:

"David was a typical hands on no fuss sort of guy and the results of his effort certainly paid off. After a few practice runs on the bandsaw he was soon going for the real thing. I hope he get to use his box as much as I use mine ! I'm looking forward to David coming back on another course soon too. Well done mate the inner craftsman was with you all day! see you soon!"