Now Booking: Shaker Side Table & Guitar Player’s Chair Project Courses

The next sessions for the Shaker Side Table project course are booking now for October 11th. This gorgeous table makes a great addition to any home! Enroll your spot today - this class will fill up fast!

Also, we’re now booking for a brand-new project course: the Guitar Player’s Chair. But don’t let the name fool you - this chair would be at home with anyone, from virtuoso to virtually tone-deaf. Enroll today, and we’ll see you on October 12th!


Brand New - Mr. Sawdust Seminars!

At Mr. Sawdust School of Professional Woodworking, we understand that not everyone can devote several weeks to learning the craft. That's why we’re now offering woodworking seminars tailored for busy individuals who are eager to develop their woodworking skills but have limited time on their hands. Our seminars are one-day, condensed courses, focusing on the essential techniques and knowledge needed to expand your woodworking skills. These seminars provide hands-on experience, interactive demonstrations, and practical tips that can be applied immediately. If you have a Saturday to spare, our woodworking seminars offer a time-efficient way to acquire valuable woodworking skills and unleash your creativity with wood.

Our first seminar will be running in July: The Razor’s Edge - How to Sharpen Your Tools Properly. Click on the seminar to learn more, and reserve your spot today. We look forward to seeing you there!


Book One-on-One Time with Mr. Sawdust

At Mr. Sawdust School of Professional Woodworking, booking a one-on-one session with the esteemed Wally Kunkel to discuss your woodworking projects is a simple and tailored process. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned craftsman, the opportunity to engage with Wally himself is an invaluable experience. To schedule a private session, simply reach out to the school at (908) 619-2555, or mrsawdustschool@gmail.com. We will work with you to find a date and time that suits your schedule. Once your session is confirmed, you can look forward to spending quality time with Mr. Sawdust, who will share his expert advice, techniques, and insights to help you bring your woodworking projects to life. Don't miss this exclusive chance to tap into his wealth of knowledge and take your woodworking skills to new heights.

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Your instructor, Wally Kunkel, has spent his entire woodworking career satisfying the most particular customers.

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Wally was the first winner of the Excellence in Craftsmanship award, sponsored by American Woodworker Magazine. He has created fine furniture and cabinetry for private clients and museums alike - and now he’s bringing the Mr. Sawdust School of Professional Woodworking back to pass his knowledge to everyone, from amateurs to seasoned pros.


Grants and Scholarships

On behalf of CRAFTS of NJ, the Micalizzi Scholarship Grant is available for prospective students of the Mr. Sawdust School of Professional Woodworking. This grant is available to NJ residents, 23 years of age or younger, that meet the additional application criteria set forth by CRAFTS of NJ. The Mr. Sawdust School of Professional Woodworking would like to thank CRAFTS of NJ for their generosity in helping to equip the next generation of woodworkers with the skills they need to hone their craft!

For more information on the Micalizzi Scholarship Grant, and to apply, please click here.


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