Classes

The "Intro to Tools" class is your first step to understanding the essential tools that are the foundation of countless DIY projects and home repairs. Whether you’re a beginner or have a few projects under your (tool) belt, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of the most commonly used hand tools; tape measures, stud finders, levels, plyers, 3 different types of power drills, how to select drill bits & screws, nail guns, and more. 

Learn the skill of hanging items on your walls with precision & ease! We’ll tackle a variety of items to hang, from small & light to large & heavy (wall mounted TV's!).  You’ll learn how to confidently find studs (and meet your new BFF stud finder), what to do when there just isn’t a stud where you need it, and I’ll share some tips & tricks to always hang level and stay level.

This class specifically focuses on saws, and in DIY there are a lot of them.  We'll learn the difference between the circular saw, jig saw, reciprocating saw, miter saw, and table saw, what the purpose & benefits of each is.  We'll learn what the kerf is and why its so important to factor into our cuts, and we'll even "get our saw on" and make some cuts together.

If you have kids in the house, your walls have taken a beating.  In this class we'll go over how to repair wall damage, whether its patching up a hole from hanging something, or replacing a section of drywall because someone punted a ball through it.

 Create stylish and functional storage space by learning how to build your own bookcase.  You'll learn the basic construction of a bookshelf out of plywood, how to build with pocket holes, and how to give it that profession finish. This is a great first step to creating custom built-ins.

Living with some linoleum, or your tile has seen better days, like maybe the 1970's?  Installing new flooring is a great DIY!  We'll go over the most popular types of today's flooring (LVP, Tile, Hardwood) what to use where, and tips for tackling your installation.

 Create stylish and functional storage space with easy-to-build floating shelves. We'll cover the different types of floating shelves you can make, and how to hang them. 

Looking to add some personality to a room? An accent wall is the perfect way! We'll go over different types (shiplap, board & batten, picture frame boxes/wainscoting), what materials to use, and how to measure & install them.

The power of a light fixture in transforming a room can't be underestimated.  And its a perfect DIY.  In this class we'll learn how to change a light fixture safely, and also how to swap out dated outlets & light switches.

 No need to panic when your faucet drips incessantly or your toilet runs endlessly!  In this class we'll learn to identify and fix the most common faucet & toilet issues, and how to install a new faucet and toilet.

In this class we'll apply the measuring & power tool skills we've learned in others classes to create something fun that you can take home.  It could be a wine caddy, maybe some candle shelves, we can never have enough serving trays, or maybe something seasonally relevant. Whatever we choose to build, we'll definitely have a great time doing it!

I think there's a love/hate relationship with painting.  In this class we'll hopefully teach you how to love it, because painting, whether its a wall, trim or cabinets, is the most inexpensive DIY you can to do make a huge transformation in a space.  We'll go over the basics of paints, what to use where, brushes, rollers, and techniques I've picked up over the years to turn it into something I love to do.

Have a group of friends looking to get together and do something different?  Let's plan a group class!  We can pick a date/time that works for your group, a custom build, and I'll provide all the supplies.  Use the request a class form below to kick off the planning!

Lately I've preferred experiences & education vs physical gifts.  Maybe that's something comes with age?  If you'd like to gift someone a truly unique educational experience, then reach out to me for a Class Gift Card!  It'll enable the recipient to pick a scheduled class of their choosing.