Chairmaking – Democratic Chair

In this 5-day intensive you will make the elegant Democratic Chair.

Designed by American master craftsman, Curtis Buchanan, the Democratic Chair tells a story of accessibility and legacy. This chair can be made with affordable and readily available tools which allows more people to experience the joys of chairmaking and carry the rare trade into the fuature.

Jon will guide you through the process from start to finish. You will learn to use traditional hand tools such as a drawknife to facet the legs, post, spindles and crest.

At the end of the workshop, you will take home your beautiful and comfortable Democratic Chair and the knowledge and skills to make a matching set.

Age: Teen 13+ and Adult 18+

Skill Level: No previous experience required

Inclusions: All instruction, tools and materials provided

Bring: Snacks, lunch, waterbottle, notepad and pen

Clothing Guidelines: Workshop appropriate - closed toe shoes, hair tied back, no hanging jewellery, no baggy or flowing clothing.