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14 Cottage St
Blackburn, VIC, 3130
Australia
0413 537 490
The Melbourne Guild of Fine Woodworking was founded by Alastair Boell in 2007. After graduating from the world renowned North Bennet Street School, Boston (USA) Alastair felt that there was a great need in Australia for an educational facility that focuses on traditional skills.
The Guild is committed to preserving and advancing craft traditions in furniture making. We are also committed to promoting a greater awareness and appreciation of
craftsmanship. In our classes we emphasize the skillful use of hand tools and power equipment and an informed use of appropriate materials. We are passionate about what we do and want to share information, ideas and skills with all our students young and old, from beginner to advanced.
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Every Wednesday evening
$990.00 AUD
15th July to 16th September 2026
(10 week course)
Presented by Lee Gratton
North Bennet Street School in Boston is one America’s oldest ‘Artisans’ colleges. It was established in 1881 and runs a total of 7 different programs, one of which is a prestigious 2 Year Furniture Making Course.
Every Wednesday evening
$1080.00 AUD
22nd April to 24th June 2026
(10 week course)
Presented by Lee Gratton
The stool that we will be making during this 10 week course has its origins in the Shaker life.
Every Wednesday evening
$650.00 AUD
28th January to 1st April 2026
6:30pm - 9:30pm
(10 week course)
Presented by Wanda Gillespie
Join contemporary artist and woodcarver Wanda Gillespie for an immersive evening of carving. These open classes are designed for all levels — whether you’re beginning your first carving project or developing an existing one.
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$2200.00 AUD
27th January to 30th June 2026
(22 week course)
Presented by Alastair Boell
The ‘Shaker Nightstand’ course represents the perfect course for the beginner.
Every Tuesday evening
$1190.00 AUD
14th April to 30th June 2026
(11 week course)
Presented by Mike Blood
Guided by the principles of 'simplicity', 'craftsmanship', 'proportion' and 'material' (ie; the natural beauty of timber, we present to you our 11-week ‘Nakashima Inspired Coffee Table’ course. This course will start with an exciting opportunity to choose your own slab from a large collection of salvaged timbers at the Melbourne Guild of Fine Woodworking.
Every Wednesday evening
$1060.00 AUD
28th January to 1st April 2026
(10 week course)
Presented by Lee Gratton
This elegant Natural Edged Bench offers a satisfying taste of chair making with the convenience of it being scheduled every Wednesday evening for a single term (10 week course).
Every Wednesday evening
$1080.00 AUD
14th October to 16th December 2026
(10 week course)
Presented by Lee Gratton
Tailored towards beginners, this Windsor Inspired Footstool offers a satisfying taste of chair making with the convenience of it being scheduled every Wednesday evening for a single term (10 week course).