Build. create.
Experience.
workshops for the everyday craftsman
We offer friendly, safe, and hands-on woodworking and leatherworking classes. In our workshops, you learn the basics of woodworking or leatherworking, expand your skills, and have an opportunity to learn new techniques from a master craftsman.
Sign up and Experience the joy of transforming a piece of wood or leather into a creative and useful accessory.
build it: woodworking workshop
Led by Master Craftsman, Kurt Ballash, this class uses the creation of the cutting board to teach students the fundamentals of woodworking. Enjoy hands-on work with the jointer, planer, table saw, router table, and orbital sander! This class gives you a truly pro-grade experience AND you leave with your own hand-made cutting board and a whole new set of skills!
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All students will be taught directly by Master Craftsman Kurt Ballash.
Kurt found purpose in woodworking and is passionate about teaching others his trade. He is the owner of Ballash Woodworks and co-founder of The Artisans Outreach.
After serving in the U.S. Army, he returned to the family trade to find a peace in creation that helped him recover from the effects of war.
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This woodworking workshop is hosted monthly and each class is up to 8 hours. We start at 9:00 am sharp and build and instruct until 5:00 pm. Come prepared, bring water and snacks, and get ready to maximize our workshops with a full day of hands-on woodworking.
Safety is a top priority as well as having fun and enjoying the skill that goes into each build.
The workshop takes place in the Ballash Woodworks Shop
432 Cedar Creek Road,
Fayetteville, NC 28312. -
A comprehensive experience with skilled artisans and industry leaders teaching you to build the basics in the woodworking trade.
We begin our woodshop process by reviewing by understanding basic shop and tools safety. We will discuss the project specifics, design, and components. You will be educated on different wood species and how to select the best wood for your project.
You will learn how to turn rough lumber into useful materials and with practical exercise, you will learn how to assemble your wood product.
CREATE IT: LEATHERWORKING WORKSHOP
Led by Master Leatherworker, Steven Chadduck this interactive, hands-on will have you making items out of leather in no time. Participants will learn the basics of leather work, to include, cutting, stitching, stamping and dyeing while they make their very own useful leather articles.
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All students will be taught directly by Master Leatherworker, Steven Chadduck.
Steve started leatherworking after his time in the U.S. Army came to a close. He is the owner of Spartan Customs a custom leatherworking business located in Fayetteville, NC.
Steve continues to serve our military community through workshops that help him connect with and mentor others through the creative process. -
This leather workshop is hosted monthly and each class is up to 8 hours. We start at 9:00 am sharp and build and instruct until 5:00 pm. Come prepared, bring water and snacks, and get ready to maximize our workshops with a full day of hands-on leatherworking.
Safety is a top priority as well as having fun and enjoying the skill that goes into each build.
The workshop takes place at: Ballash Woodworks
432 Cedar Creek Road, Fayetteville, NC 28312. -
A comprehensive experience with skilled artisans and industry leaders teaching you to build the basics in the leatherworking trade. We begin our woodshop process by reviewing and understanding basic shop and tools safety. We will discuss the project specifics, design, and components.
“He who works with his hands is a laborer. He who works with his hands and his head is a craftsman. He who works with his hands, head, and heart is an artist.”
— St. Francis of Assissi (1181-1226)
WORKSHOP CALENDAR
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our commitment to our veteran community
The Artisans Outreach is proud to offer Active Duty, Veterans, and their families the opportunity to attend a Create It! Workshop at a discounted rate.