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Turn cross-grain and end-grain lidded boxes, including suction-fit lids, at this two-day course in Mona Vale.
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arrow_right_alt arrow_downward- Designing a lidded box, including proportions, lid shape and where the joint line sits
- Selecting timber and cutting suitable blanks for cross-grain and end-grain boxes
- Methods of holding the work at each stage
- Turning and fitting lids on cross-grain boxes
- End-grain hollowing techniques
- Turning and fitting a suction-fit lid, where the lid holds with a gentle pull of air
- Tool selection, sharpening and good safety habits at the lathe
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Upcoming dates for Woodturning Course: Turning Lidded Boxes
Times are Sydney time. Dates and prices as of 21 Oct 2026, 4:25pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.
1 upcoming date between 3 Jul 2027 and 3 Jul 2027.
- Sat 3 Jul 2027, 9am-4pm then Sun 4 Jul, 9am-4pm
What you'll get
You'll leave with the lidded boxes you turn across both days and two days of hands-on feedback from the Wood Academy team. A lathe is provided for each student, along with all the tools you need for the class. PPE is supplied.
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Knowledge required
This is an intermediate course for turners who already have the fundamentals. Before booking, you should be comfortable setting up the lathe, mounting work between centres and in a chuck, and controlling a roughing gouge, spindle gouge and parting tool through the key cuts. If you are new to turning, start with our Intro to Woodturning or Five Day Woodturning course first. Participants aged 14 and over are welcome. If a minor is attending, a parent or guardian must remain on the premises for the duration of the class.
What to bring
PPE is supplied. If you would rather use your own, bring a face mask, safety glasses or goggles, and earmuffs or earplugs. Closed shoes are mandatory for all students. Tools are supplied, but if you have your own turning chisels and chucks, bring them along to work with gear you are used to.There is a fridge and microwave on site if you would like to bring your own lunch.Closed shoes are a mandatory requirement for all students.Those with their own turning chisels should also bring them along to get better accustomed at using them but we also supply all tools if you don't have any.
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This class series runs over 2 consecutive days.
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This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a team building activity or hens party.
This experience would also be a fun gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.
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There’s a certain magic in creating something with your own two hands. The focus it demands, the joy it imparts, the sense of accomplishment when you transform a simple piece of timber into something extraordinary. At Wood Academy, we celebrate the power of craftsmanship, the way it can ignite passion, inspire creativity, and instil a deep sense of satisfaction. It’s why we believe in one simple truth: Wood Work is good work. The more makers in this world, the better.
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