Discover the Art of Marquetry!
Marquetry is a process of creating pictures in wood using thin veneers of many species: The veneers are cut and taped together, then glued down to a background material. Don Peterson teaches the full marquetry process for creating pictures with veneers using the packet method. Through demonstrations, one-on-one guidance, and hands-on practice, students learn to select a design, choose veneers, sand shade, assemble and cut the design, glue, press and clean-up
We will create an 8 X 10-inch panel. Several prepared designs will be available to choose from. Commercial veneer, both dyed and natural, will be supplied by the instructor.
What will students learn in the class? 
- About commercial veneers, dyed and natural, where to buy and what to look for.
- Selecting veneer for use in a marquetry picture.
- Veneer repair, how to deal with defects.
- What glues are available and used for veneer work.
- How to use a scroll saw, what blades to use.
- Sand shading veneer to add depth.
- Choosing a substrate.
- How to use veneer tape.
- How to use a vacuum press.
Class Details:
- Instructor: Don Peterson
- Class Level: Basic
- Class Meetings: 3
- Dates & Times:
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- Portion of shop restricted to class use: Hand Tool Room
- Location: KCWG Shop - 1717 Washington Street - Kansas City, MO 64108
- Maximum Class Size: 5
- Minimum Class Size: 3 (If the minimum class size isn't met, the class will be canceled.)
- Expected Skills: Ability to work safely in the shop.
- Tool List:
All the necessary tools are provided but if you wish to bring some of your own tools here is a list of hand tools we will be using in the class:
- Safety glasses
- Self-healing cutting mat – 18 X 24
- X-Acto knife
- Scalpel
- Veneer saw
- Tweezers
- Pin vise
- Straight edge
- Brass brush
- 1 to1 1/2 inch chisel
- Blue tape – Scoth Blue Original, #2090
- Veneer tape
Fees & Payment:
Class fees are based on your Guild membership level at the time you sign up for the class. Payment is required at the time of enrollment.
- "Sawdust Maker" Guild membership level price: $150
- "Woodworker Plus" / "Benefactor" Guild membership level price (20% discount): $120
Withdrawal Policy: Withdrawals made within seven (7) days of the start of the class will NOT receive a refund.
Important Requirements:
- Green Name Badge Is Required: Students must have a Green Name Badge to enroll in this class.
- Green Name Badge Requirements: You must complete the Guild’s online safety test and the Safety Orientation or Rough-to-Ready before the first course meeting. (The Membership Director provided access to the test in the welcome email you received upon joining.)
For Guild Members Only – Not a member? Join HERE!
