You will be redirected to the Star Hill Timberworks website and register directly through their site, be sure to let them know you found out about the class through the “Driftess Folk School” at checkout!
Discover the art of timber framing with precision and efficiency in our Sawmill Joinery Class, featuring the Two Guys Timber Framing Technique. Over two immersive days, learn to cut tenons, housings, knee braces, and scarf joints using a sawmill. Explore the power of the storyboard layout method and streamline your project with gang-cut rafters and birdsmouths. Get hands-on experience with the exclusive Star Hill Timberworks Layout System.
Topics Covered:
Cutting tenons, housings, knee braces, and scarf joints with a sawmill
Layout using a storyboard instead of specific piece plans
Gang cutting rafters and birds mouths
Exclusive Star Hill Timberworks Layout System
Whether you’re a seasoned framer or just starting out, this class offers innovative techniques to elevate your timber framing skills.
Class Details:
Location: Held at shop in Ellsworth, Wisconsin, just 30 minutes south of Hudson, WI, and an hour from Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN. Sawmill is outside so bring clothing appropriate for the weather.
Dates: May 17 – 18, 2025
Required Equipment:
Framing Chisel (1 1/2″ or 2″): Limited Star Hill Timberworks chisels are available for purchase for $180. If needed, you can reserve a chisel during checkout (while supplies last).
Safety Gear: Please bring sturdy work shoes, safety glasses, ear plugs, and gloves (dust mask optional).
You will be redirected to the Star Hill Timberworks website and register directly through their site, be sure to let them know you found out about the class through the “Driftess Folk School” at checkout!
Instructor Bio — Jon Anderson
Jon Anderson started Star Hill Timberworks to share his passion with Jon. Jon has been building log cabins and timber frame structures for more than 25 years. He has expertise in design, layout, frame cutting, rigging, raising, and sharpening.
Star Hill Timber Works offers workshops, partnered timber frame builds (collaborative construction), plan development, and consulting. Most of our activities are designed for beginners. The intent of our operation is to provide clients and students the skills and confidence such that they become comfortable and confident in embarking on their own projects. All that is needed is a desire to learn. We teach safe work practices using both traditional hand tools and modern power tools.