Woodworking is a beautiful form of art. It’s a hobby that makes you innovative. It is also a hobby that the majority would not have. Not because they don’t like it, but because they do not know.
If you were to say the word “hobby”, generic answers would come to mind—sports, music, etc.
Doing something you love is good, but doing it with others is better. Wouldn’t it be fun to talk about woodworks with others? If you want them to love this activity as much as you do, be determined enough to teach them.
Teaching this to students can be simple since they would be required to learn it. But for kids, it would seem tedious. Even teaching your family members may prove to be challenging.
So how should you do this?
1. Stimulate their curiosity
Don’t go on a boring lecture about the history of woodworking, at least not yet. Entice them with images or examples of woodwork. Once you caught their interest, then you can go on with the discussion.
2. Start with the basics
Tell them about the different types of lumber and tools used for woodworking. You don’t have to go deeper than that; others might lose their interest.
3. Show how it’s done
What better way to teach someone your hobby than by showing them? Describing it in words is different from seeing the actual activity.
While doing woodwork, talk about necessary things, like do’s and don’ts. You can also let them watch videos demonstrating basic skills in woodworking.
4. Let them assist you
You can hand over your tools and instruct them on what to do. Be sure to give out remarks to encourage them to continue.
Do not hand over heavy and dangerous tools to kids. Let them do minor parts like screwing and measuring.
If you continue doing this, they might start coming to you on their own and would be willing to learn.
5. Let them copy your work
It doesn’t have to be a big furniture with intricate design. Start with something small, like a bench.
Tell them the instructions while you make one beside them. You will serve as a guide to them. Let them do most of the work. Don’t take it from them, even if they tell you so.
6. Encourage them to make one
For students, you can ask them to make any wood piece they like as their project. Be sure to guide kids if they would wish to build one. If they ask for help, do not take over—instead, instruct them on what to do.
7. Make it a way to bond with your family
Doing the same hobby would be a fun way to reconnect with your family members. You can share ideas and techniques, or you can create one as a family.
Last, be patient. Beginners would ask a lot of questions, especially on the process of building. Be stern on the rules and other safety procedures. Don’t make it sound like a chore. Teach them how to enjoy it in own their way by than by showing them. Describing it in words is different from seeing the actual activity.
While doing woodwork, talk about necessary things, like do’s and don’ts. You can also let them watch videos demonstrating basic skills in woodworking.
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