08/15/2026
Mike Jones had a great class for one of his knife classes. Great work everyone. And thanks Mike.
Kansas City Woodworkers' Guild
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The KCWG is a membership of many woodworkers of various skills and interests. We are celebrating our 40th year in Kansas City. Become a member today
We have fine furniture makers, woodturners, home builders and more. The Kansas City Woodworkers' Guild was developed with you in mind. Let us tell you a little about our past. One evening in November 1984, 20 people met, after responding to an Ad by one of our Charter Members. He had put an Ad in the "Dispatch" (a local paper) asking if anyone wanted to start a Woodworking Guild. That night, the K
08/15/2026
08/11/2026
This weekend we hosted a class taught by Chris Fontaine on freehand sharpening!
Let’s hope they practiced on all the guild-owned tools and the plane and chisel cabinet is microscope-ready!
08/01/2026
Discover the German Carpentry Practice of Stereotomy!
In this hands-on workshop, participants will construct a patio table based on the German National Carpentry Team’s design, incorporating a self-supporting X-brace structure. You will use practical stereotomy, known as Schiftung, to manually draw out the design full-size, ensuring accurate angles and lengths for precise layout. This traditional method, deeply rooted in German carpentry practices, will guide your construction process, allowing you to build a stable and visually striking table while mastering layout and joinery techniques.
The repetitive "Mandala" geometry in the design of this table creates an intricate, symmetrical pattern that is both visually captivating and structurally efficient. This geometric approach echoes traditional design principles, where each element interlocks with the others, forming a cohesive, self-supporting structure. By integrating this pattern with Schiftung, participants will not only refine their layout and angle skills but also experience the beauty of a design that balances aesthetics with functionality.
Learn more about practical stereotomy https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0B4CA4AC2EA4FB6-62382118-build?utm_source=Current+Audience+2022&utm_campaign=fec97f8bc1-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2017_08_31_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_473af148d7-fec97f8bc1-78644809 #/
07/26/2026
A productive Saturday at the Guild! It’s a million degrees outside so come make things in the AC!
William Fehrenbach was in the house teaching a class on the Sugita method, Alexander Cort Bear was prepping for a few chairs, and Matt made boxes preparing for Christmas dinner!
07/16/2026
This month’s membership meeting had a ton of great work! If you missed seeing it in person here are some shots.
Blue jay by Harry Healey in tupelo
John Carter made this wagon for his grandson!
Dutch country clock by Mike Resch (gorgeous!)
Tom Smoller always comes in swinging, this month he came with a set of 4 Philadelphia side chairs - you can see the whole process on his YouTube channel!
The details ✨
Bandsaw box made in a guild class by Stan Benjamin 👏👏
Small box made by Matt Nowak
Kreg Tool came for a visit to show us what they are cooking up!
Thanks for coming! Here’s the “mug shot” where we presented our speaker with a KCWG mug you can’t get any other way!
07/15/2026
The time is nigh! American Craft Council Open Studios Weekend! Show up during open shop to help us show folks what we do as a group and talk with interested community members.
Reach out with questions and check out the website listing on our events calendar to register as a seller.
07/11/2026
It was a nice Friday in the shop - lots of independent work going on but plenty of space for everyone. Open shop time means a trained and alert foreman is on duty, and the machines and tools are ready for whatever you want to work on so take advantage!
See you around the shop
07/10/2026
We are happy to announce that Saturday August 22 will be Metro Hardwoods Customer Appreciation Day!!! The day will include food,fun, and festivities.
Part of the event will include a craft fair in our front parking lot.
Any of Metro’s Best Customers who are interested in setting up a booth or table should email Seth at [email protected] to register. Registration is free and space is limited so sign up soon.
Deadline for registration is August 8th. We look forward to seeing everyone soon.
06/29/2026
This months Hand Tool SIG (special interest group) focused on sharpening! If want to go down the rabbit hole and get the most out of your tools, we’re editing the video which will go up on our YouTube on July 3rd!
Everyone is welcome to the hand tool SIG on the 3rd Sunday of the month and they always have a great agenda!
06/18/2026
Very exciting! We are participating in the first-of-its-kind nationwide celebration of craft artists. Around the country, artists are opening up their spaces for the public to come see where the work gets made!!
We hope to see you there as a visitor, exhibitor, or ambassador for the Guild!
Head to our website for more info or DM us questions.
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