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Learn about traditional blending

A day of discovery with Kai

Woodwork knowledge

Your dovetail bookends

€175

per person

The workshop in detail

  • 7h
  • 2 to 4 participants
  • 15 years min.
  • Welcome to the fascinating world of woodwork!

    During this workshop, Kai will teach you the classic wood dovetail joint, and you will make a set of solid hardwood bookends.

    You will learn how to use hand tools such as chisels, handsaw and plane that will allow you to make your own bookends.

    Even if you consider yourself a novice, you will find out that this course is suitable for all levels, including beginners. Kai will provide you with all of her expertise as well as the materials and tools you will need during this day-long immersion.

    At the end of this workshop, you will proudly leave with your own pair of wooden bookends. 

    Take your lunch with you and enjoy a nice chat while having lunch all together.

    Workshop location

    The workshop is easily accessible by public transport.

    This place is not accessible to people with reduced mobility.

    Additional information

    Languages of the workshop

    Deutsch
    English
    Nederlands

    Wecandoo - Meet Kai

    Meet Kai

    Woodworker

    Kai is originally from Ulm, Germany. She has been working in the art sector for a long time. Then found her best self in woodworking.

    She is the founder and maker behind "Form + Function". Kai builds furniture that dovetails form, function and fine craftsmanship. She appreciates the unique character of each piece of wood and works with the material to achieve harmonious designs.

    Kai graduated in 2017 from The Building Crafts College in London with a Fine Furniture Making degree and certificates in Level 2 Bench Joinery and Wood Machining.

    She was awarded the Livery Company Prize from the Carpenters’ Company (London) presented by Princess Anne, in 2017. Kai thrives on being part of a community of like-minded makers, where she can continually learn and be inspired.

    The workshops take place at the 'Vakvrouwen Collective', a group of female furniture makers.







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