Gifts on the Lathe: Turn a Custom Kitchen Tool Handle

Purchase a pizza cutter, scoop, or bottle opener kit, then turn a custom wooden handle—perfect for gifting! In this hands-on woodturning class, you’ll create a custom wooden handle for the Rockler turning hardware kit of your choice. Select a bottle opener, pizza cutter, or ice cream scoop kit, then choose a domestic or exotic wood blank and shape it into a one-of-a-kind handle. This beginner-friendly workshop will guide you through drilling, turning, sanding, finishing, and final assembly—resulting in a functional project that is perfect to use or give as a handmade gift. The finished wooden handle will measure approximately 6" long x 1¼" in diameter. What You’ll Do: • Purchase your preferred Rockler hardware kit when signing in for class • Select a wooden handle blank from a variety of domestic and exotic wood species • Drill the blank using a drill press to accept the threaded insert • Install the threaded insert that will secure the hardware to the finished handle • Mount the blank on a wood lathe and shape it using Rockler carbide turning tools • Sand the handle through 600 grit for a smooth surface • Apply a durable, food-safe finish • Install your purchased hardware kit to complete the project Purchase Your Hardware Kit: • Bottle Opener Hardware Kit: $10.99 • Ice Cream Scoop Hardware Kit: $19.99 • Pizza Cutter Hardware Kit: $29.99 Hardware kits are purchased separately at the store on the day of the class. Prices range from $10.99–$29.99 plus applicable local sales tax. What’s Included: • Expert instruction in a class limited to four attendees • Choice of one domestic or exotic wooden handle blank • Use of Rockler tools and safety gear • All sanding and finishing supplies • A bounce-back coupon featuring: • 15% off next in-store purchase on the day of class* • 10% off next in-store purchase within 30 days of class* • * Excludes sale items, power tools, gift cards, Porter Cable ddovetail jigs, CNC machines, Leigh products, SawStop, Festool, and Tormek. Important Info: • Turning hardware kit is not included in the class registration price and must be purchased separately in-store on the day of the class. • Class is beginner-friendly—no previous woodturning experience is required • Ages 14+—minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian • Parents or guardians supervising a minor do not need to purchase a separate ticket • Attendees will be using power tools—proper safety instruction and equipment will be provided • Class duration is approximate • Each attendee takes home their custom turned handle with their purchased hardware turning kit installed • Registration fee excludes applicable sales tax