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Explore the quiet precision and rhythm of traditional Japanese kumiko woodworking in this beginner-friendly 4-week class. Students will learn how to create intricate latticework patterns by milling, cutting, and fitting every component by hand and with carefully adapted machine processes.
Work with both traditional hand-tool methods and modern woodworking techniques to create a framed kumiko panel while building a reusable kumiko jig for future projects. Along the way, students will gain a deeper understanding of layout systems, angle cutting, wood movement, and the subtle fitting techniques that make kumiko so compelling. Students will be assessed a wood fee amounting to $100 during classes.
What You Will Make
- One kumiko panel
- A reusable kumiko planing jig
- Selection of simple traditional kumiko pattern samples
- Collection of fitted kumiko components and practice assemblies
What You Will Learn
- Fundamentals of traditional Japanese kumiko construction
- How to mill and dimension small parts accurately
- Precision layout and repeatable cutting systems
- Traditional hand-tool methods and modern woodworking adaptations
- Assembly, clamping, and finishing techniques for kumiko work
What’s Included in Your Class Tuition:
- Consumable materials such as wood glue and sandpaper
- Basic finishing supplies
- Access to the woodshop during open studio hours
- Use of studio safety gear, including eye and ear protection