Video Testimonial | Fabio Guselli |Robinson House Studio |

Ex-student Fabio Guselli lets us know all about why he chose to study with us, what he thought of the course, and shares his experience of studying here.

Video testimonial with student Fabio Guselli

Carbon Fibre and Composites Weekend Class

This course provides hands-on experience of the sophisticated techniques used in the composites industry. Next course: 11-12 May 2019 Price: £400
French Polishing with Derek Jones

A weekend course on French polishing with shellac, run by Derek Jones, editor for Furniture & Cabinetmaking magazine Next course: TBA Price: £295
Introduction to Hand Tools for Furniture Making

Covering handtools, there will be practical sessions on planing, sawing and chiseling – forming the ideal starting point for cutting and fitting accurate joints. Next course: 27-28 April 2019, 5-6 October 2019 Cost: £295
Japanese Toolbox with Derek Jones

Japanese style joinery can be extremely complicated but there are occasions when simplicity and function come together to make the perfect form. Next course: TBA Cost: £295
Laminating Weekend Class

Experience these amazing techniques and take your work to a different level! As laminating is more accurate than steam bending, it is ideal for combining sculptural work with fine cabinet making. Next course: 22-23 June 2019 Cost: £295
Make A Six Board Chest with Derek Jones

The six board chest is a design that is almost as old as the concept of furniture itself and is as relevant today as it has ever been. Next course: TBA Cost: £295
Make a Skateboard

Make your own skateboard, and take home a finished deck that’s ready to have trucks mounted. Next course date: TBA Cost: £295 + £50 for materials
Make a Wooden Hand Plane with Theo Cook

Learn how to make a wooden plane. This will involve skills such as bandsawing, routing, drilling, shaping with a spokeshave, sanding and finishing. Next course date: 13-14 July 2019 Cost: £295
Making the Perfect Dovetails Weekend Class

Ideal if you want to know more about the mark of a master craftsman – the dovetail joint! When well-executed it is the epitome of high-level work. Next course: 6-7 April 2019, 14-15 Sept. 2019. Cost: £295
Spindle Moulding Weekend Class

The spindle moulder is a versatile machine – we cover safe use and setup, rebating, shaping, using formers, tenons, power feeds, jig making, and guarding. Dates: TBC. Cost: £295.
Steam Bending with Charlie Whinney – 1 Day

Steam bending is an ancient woodworking process which is found on every continent. Next course date: TBA Cost: £240 – 1 day
Wood Carving Weekend Class

Taught by Roy James Martin, a professional wood carver, working on commissions and projects who has been carving wood for over 30 years. Next course: TBA Cost: £295
Wood Finishing Weekend Class

An ideal course for anyone who wants to learn more about finishing techniques and get some practical, hands-on experience. Next course dates: 16-17 March 2019, 09-10 November 2019 Cost: £295
Wood Machining Weekend Class

For either a beginner or an intermediate. If you’ve invested in new machines and want to know how to safely use or set them up, on this two day course you can learn from the professionals! Date: TBA Cost: £295