Ready to grow more than just plants?
Join us for a hands-on woodworking class where you’ll
design, cut, and assemble a durable cedar raised planter box, perfect for vegetables, herbs, or flowers.
In this guided workshop, participants will learn foundational shop skills while building a project you can take home and use immediately.
What You’ll Learn:
Ready to grow more than just plants?
Join us for a hands-on woodworking class where you’ll
design, cut, and assemble a durable cedar raised planter box, perfect for vegetables, herbs, or flowers.
In this guided workshop, participants will learn foundational shop skills while building a project you can take home and use immediately.
What You’ll Learn:
- Measuring, layout, and cut planning
- Safe use of table saws, miter saws, and drills
- Joinery techniques for outdoor projects
- Why cedar is ideal for garden use
- Assembly and finishing tips for long-lasting planters
What You’ll Build:
- One solid cedar raised planter box
- Designed for outdoor durability and easy garden placement
What’s Included:
- All cedar materials and hardware
- Use of maker space tools and equipment
- Instructor guidance every step of the way
Skill Level:
Beginner-friendly — no prior woodworking experience required
Take Home:
A finished cedar planter box and the confidence to build more on your own
Whether you’re a gardener, DIY enthusiast, or just want to learn woodworking skills in a supportive environment, this class is a perfect place to start.
Participants must wear close-toed shoes & have something to put up their hair. Hearing protection is not required but highly recommended (provided by the Forge). Bring a pencil.
There must be at least 2 participants for this class to occur. If there are not enough participants, we will email participants as close to 24hrs in advance as possible and remit refunds by the next business day.
Looking for a private session? Email us at info@forgegreensboro.org
*Forge Class*
*Wood Shop*