From February to June 2025

These introductory sessions to woodworking techniques, designed by cabinetmaker Mathias Heinisch, offer participants the chance to familiarize themselves with traditional woodworking tools (planse, chisels, saws, coping saws, scrapers, etc.) with the goal of learning how to create a shelf using traditional cabinetmaking joints (butt joints, dovetail joints, etc.) from reclaimed local wood offcuts.

Workshop Objectives:
– Discover the workshop and become familiar with the tools: planes, saw teeth, coping saws, etc.
– Learn about the material and textures of wood
– Learn manual techniques to create a shelf

Safety Guidelines:
– Wear flat, closed-toe shoes (safety overshoes will be provided)
– Wear comfortable clothing
– Tie back hair
An apron, cut-resistant gloves, and ear protection will be provided before the workshop.
Participants will not use power tools.

Registration (for adults only):
Register with Mathias Heinisch by email: ateliers_bois@orange.fr
Cost per session: €90 (6 hours); to be paid on-site by check or cash.
Maximum of 4 people per session.

In 2025 – 2 Wednesdays per month, from 2 pm to 8 pm:
In February: 5/02, 19/02
In March: 5/03, 19/03
In April: 2/04, 16/04, 30/04
In May: 14/05, 28/05
In June: 11/06, 25/06

Mathias Heinisch has a cabinetmaking background. He designs and creates custom furniture and fittings for private individuals, businesses, or artists. He primarily works with local woods and, whenever possible, reclaimed wood (oak, walnut, cedar, boxwood, maple, ash). He has also worked in a luthier workshop where he built and restored guitars.

Workshops in partnership with Essarbois.