Star Hill Timber Works workshops are designed for beginners. The intent of this instruction is to provide students the skills and confidence such that at the completion of the class, they are comfortable and confident in building their own small timber framed structures. We have taught many students that have never touched a chisel or handsaw. All that is needed is a desire to learn. We teach safe work practices; students use both traditional hand tools and modern power tools to cut and raise a small frame during the 5-day workshop. Our goal is to continue to grow the community of individuals that are passionate about what they do. In this case, "Timber Framing." At the workshops, we look forward to seeing old friends and friends we have not yet met.
The timber frame that the students build in this workshop is available for purchase. Pricing will be $8,500 to $12,500 depending on complexity of the project. The frame will be rough cut pine (8" x 8" & 8" x 10"). If you reserve the frame before June 1st, you can provide input as to the design of the frame. These structures work great as a sauna, shed, chicken coop, greenhouse, pergola, gazebo, and/or tiny cabin.
If you are interested in reserving the frame, the deposit is $1000. If you purchase the frame, you can also be enrolled in our workshop at no additional charge. Please send us an email here to inquire about purchasing the structure.
Dates: October 11-15, 2023
Times: 7:30am-4:30pm daily
Ages: Adults
Location: Viroqua, WI
No Materials Fee
Lunch Provided
Schedule:
Day 1 - Timber Layout & Cutting
Day 2 - Timber Cutting
Day 3 - Timber Cutting
Day 4 - Knee Brace Layout/Cutting
Day 5 - Fit Frame/Raise Frame
Topics
TF Terms Tools (Hand & Power)
Square Rule Layout
Timber Lists Layout & Shop Standards Sharpening
Measuring & Checking Techniques
Making Pegs
Shaving Horses
Raising & Rigging
TF Design
Basic Load Calculations
SketchUp & TF Extensions
Reference Documents
Framer's Tool List:
1 ½” Framing Chisel
2” Framing Chisel
Corner Chisel
Mallet
Framing Squares
Combination Square
Speed Square
Box Cutter and Blades
Hand Saw (Standard)
Pull Saw
Pencils
Outside Calipers
1”, 1 ½”, and 2” Auger Bit(s)
"Big Al" Borneman Layout Tool
Measuring Tapes
Skill Saw
Drill
Router & Bits
Planner
Chain Mortiser
Gloves
Eye Protection
Leather Shoes
Dust Mask
Sliding Scale Course Fee Guidelines
Supporter Level Ticket: $850
Sustainer Level Ticket: $750
Supported Level Ticket: $650