Decking Out - Build A Wooden Chair

Summary

Would you like to make a beautiful garden or beach chair out of wood? In this ten week project you will design and make a chair that fits together in two pieces and therefore is easily transportable - a chair that can be used on the beach or in the garden. You will learn to measure, mark and cut wood accurately using some simple joinery techniques. You will learn to smooth, sand and finish your finished creation, so it is comfortable and aesthetically pleasing

Will it be chunky and heavy or more light and refined? How big will it be? Will you make it entirely in wood? Will you choose to have a fabric back instead of wooden slats (and learn some sewing-machine skills along the way)?

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Experience

Beginner - no previous experience required.

Suitability

This would suit a young person interested in product design and making furniture out of wood.

Venue

Our Makerspace for young people on the 3rd floor of Holborn Library - click here for directions.

Application Process

To apply for this project for your child, please click the book button and fill in the application form. We will get back to you and confirm spaces based on our criteria below.

Eligibility

This project is prioritised for children in years 6-9. However, we will accept applications from Year 5 pupils from schools that we partner with in the school day, and will be in touch if extra spaces become available. Parents/Carers will need to sign up on behalf of their children.

Selection Criteria

Our tailored programmes are free and open to all young people, with a focus on improving access to creative opportunities. However, we prioritise places for those who face barriers to participation.