What will I learn?

You will be guided through the entire process, from selecting the right veneer materials to cutting and laying them down in a variety of patterns. You'll learn how to use specialized hand tools and techniques to create seamless joints, intricate borders, and other decorative elements that will take your ornementation skills to the next level. ​​​​

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Deliverables
By the end of the course, not only will you have a beautiful chessboard to showcase, but also an understanding

of parquetry techniques and skills to apply to your future woodworking or wall art projects.

1. Create a  chessboard featuring:

   • A traditional chessboard pattern on one side.

   • A sunburst parquetry design on the reverse.

2. Acquire knowledge of veneer selection, preparation, and application.

3. Develop proficiency with traditional veneering tools and materials.

4. Master techniques for seamless pattern alignment and achieving professional-quality finishes.

5. Leave with a handcrafted chessboard and transferable woodworking skills.

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Is this for me?

This workshop is designed for all adults, beginners as well as professional woodworkers, who wish to learn  veneer-work through the different traditional technics of parquetry.​

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Tools and Material

Every participant will be loaned the adequate hand-tools and provided the necessary material. The cost of the material is included in the price.

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Additional Information

—The classes are led by a professional woodworker who is both knowledgeable in parquetry techniques and capable of transmitting knowledge. The courses are mainly held in English as the trainer’s Hebrew is limited.

—Classes feature theoretical explanations followed immediately by a practical application.

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Practical information

Size of group:   Maximum of 4 participants

Where:  Afula Illit

Duration: This is a 6 sessions of four hours each class

Up coming courses:  TBD

Cost:    2 700 nis all cost included. Every participant will be loaned the adequate hand tools and provided the necessary material. The cost of the material is included in the price.

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A down payment of 400 nis will be asked at registration to secure the spot. The remainder can be paid in two installments (two checks to bring the first day)

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