In this hands-on workshop you build your own side table in solid ash, complete with a drawer. Working from clear technical drawings, you go through the whole process, from preparing rough timber to fitting the drawer. Along the way you learn to flatten and mark out wood, shape and join components, and see how grain and proportions affect the build.
A special part of the project is making the drawer handle. You can choose a ready-made design or create your own and add a personal touch that makes your table unique. The final stages focus on refining the piece, rounding edges, smoothing surfaces and applying a finish that brings out the character of the wood. You leave with a finished table and a solid foundation in basic woodworking.
