Keepsake Box (Workshop)

Create your own personalised wooden box, finished with traditional shellac.

Create something beautiful and practical in this hands on woodworking workshop. David will show you the essential techniques needed to build a sturdy, personalised keepsake box from start to finish.

What you’ll learn

• How to measure, mark, and cut accurate rebate joints

• How to make mitre joints

• Finishing with shellac to achieve a smooth, professional look

• A mix of basic and advanced hand tool techniques

• Safe and effective use of hand tools and power tools

What you’ll make

• A one of a kind keepsake box for yourself or as a gift

• Options to add personal flair with different wood combinations and finishes

Tools and materials required

• All tools provided

• All materials included

• Students may bring their own hand tools if they prefer

Clothing and safety

• No loose or long sleeves

• Sturdy closed toe shoes

• Long hair tied back

• Careful attention around the power bench sander

On the day

David will guide you step by step as you create your box.
You’ll learn hand tool techniques for cutting joints, assembling the box, and laminating lids, and you’ll also get experience using a power bench sander.
Students can personalise their boxes with creative wood choices and finishes.

Who this workshop is for

• Complete beginners, no woodworking experience needed

• Adults looking for a calm, hands on creative day

• Anyone who enjoys making useful, beautiful objects

• Anyone wanting to learn basic and slightly advanced woodworking in a supportive environment

Take home

• Your own finished keepsake box

• Knowledge of joint making, laminating, sanding, and traditional finishing

• Confidence to make more personalised boxes at home