This hands-on class introduces the foundational techniques of cabinet making and gives you the skills you need to confidently design and build cabinets of all kinds—from simple workshop storage to fine furniture like armoires and built-ins.

We’ll cover the principles of solid cabinet design that have been used by woodworkers for centuries, focusing on strength, accuracy, and repeatable methods. Students will learn how to properly measure, cut, assemble, and square cabinet parts while gaining familiarity with common woodworking tools and shop workflows.

What you’ll learn:

• Core cabinet design principles used in traditional and modern cabinetry

• How to accurately measure, mark, and cut cabinet components

• Techniques for building strong, square cabinet boxes

• Proper use of common woodworking tools used in cabinet making

• How to assemble and clamp a cabinet for strength and alignment

• Tips for planning and scaling cabinet designs for future projects

During class, each student will build a 14” wide × 20” high × 5” deep cabinet from start to finish, reinforcing the techniques as they’re learned and leaving with a finished piece to take home. This class is ideal for beginners or anyone looking to strengthen their woodworking fundamentals before tackling larger projects.

More Details

All materials and tools included. 

If this class is full sign up for our waitlist on the class registration page to be notified if space opens up. If the dates do not work for you, schedule a private session of this class. 

What to Wear

Please wear close-toed shoes, no loose clothing, and hair tied back for safety in the studio.​

What to Bring

If you have personal protective equipment, please bring it with you. Otherwise, protective gear will be provided as needed.

Prerequisites

No Experience Required.

Ages 16+ welcome if accompanied by a parent/guardian. Both need to register and pay.

Cancellation Policy

Refunds, Credits & Transfers

We understand that emergencies happen, so if you are unable to attend your class and you cancel with:

• More than 14 (fourteen) days notice before your class, you may request a full refund or transfer the full amount paid to another class.

• Less than 14 (fourteen) days notice before your class, your payment is non refundable. However you may transfer the amount paid, minus a 15% cancellation fee, to any class within 90 days of request. It is not guaranteed that a comparable class will be offered within 90 days.

• Less than 48 (forty eight) hours before your class begins, your payment is non refundable. It is extremely difficult to fill cancelled spaces with short notice.

• After class start date/time: No credits, refunds or prorating of fees will be given for missed portions or early withdrawals.

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Please send all cancellation and change requests to classes@diycave.com 

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Changes or Cancellations

DIYcave reserves the right to cancel any class, limit class size, change class times or substitute instructors for those listed in the schedule. If a class is canceled, students may choose to receive a full refund or may transfer – with no fee – to another class or workshop. If DIYcave cancels for any reason, all payments can be refunded.