Gifts on the Lathe: Turn a Custom Kitchen Tool Handle

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