The 2015 Wooden Surfboard Day at the Gold Coast was held on what was most likely the most perfect winters day.
The Global Surfer and Making a Hollow Wooden Surfboard
We were thrilled to be able to give a global traveller and avid Surfer 'E' the opportunity to make his own hollow wooden surfboard. During the week, E who in his words, has no woodworking experience apart from sharpening a pencil, learnt basic woodworking skills such as sharpening a hand plane, shaping, sanding of his board and fin placement. We then went on to fully glass the board.
But don't just take our word for it ... Have a look at our very first YouTube
Working with Wood Show - Brisbane 2015 -
It was all very hands on at the recent Working with Wood Show at the RNA last weekend...
We had an overwhelming response and interest in not only our Wooden Surfboard and traditional woodworking classes, but also our custom making and furniture restoration services. Thank you to Carbatec for making this possible. Much appreciation to Michael Hoffman and David Wardrop for their invaluable help and enthusiasm over the weekend.
Timber Working with Wood Show RNA Brisbane 2015
Come and see for yourself the ultimate in Wooden surfboards.
Bywater Design in Collaboration with CarbaTec will be demonstrating shaping techniques for hollow wooden surfboards all this weekend at the
Working With Wood Show RNA Brisbane. We will have the ultimate in wooden surfboard collections, with an extensive range of completed student work along with paulownia timber available for purchase on the day. We look forward to seeing you there !
The New Surfboard Fad...
Well we have known for quite a while about the sustainability, the versatility, the many advantages of Creating your own Wooden Surfboard. The Sydney Morning Herald this week has highlighted these very things, that make Bywater Surfboards a wise and ecological choice for creating your perfect surfboard and riding experience...
For further information on our Wooden Surfboards, our classes or if you would like a custom made surfboard, please do not hesitate contact us
Article Source; The Sydney Morning Herald Feb 1 2015
Bywater Design Student Work - December 2014
We are so proud of our hardworking ever enthusiastic woodworking Students. Throughout the year they embark on designing and making their own projects.
They are all wonderfully varied and the finished product shows the skills and techniques that they have learned throughout the year.
Peter has been working on these beautiful chairs through out the year, and with Davids expert guidance he has created these stunning chairs , made from jarrah and Qld Maple.
These are a credit to both Peter and David and will be a beautiful accompaniment to the Table Peter completed before hand.
Brisbanes Only Hollow Wooden Surfboard Classes for 2015 - At Bywater Design
HOLLOW SURFBOARD CLASSES FOR 2015 Semester One
THE ONLY WOODEN SURFBOARD CLASSES IN BRISBANE
2 day shaping class
This 2 day shaping class is where all the assembly work is done for you.
You come in and shape your board to your individual requirements, rail shaping and fin placement, and it is ready for glassing after the two days.
Of course Bywater Design offers you the choice of timber, deck patterns, and various board sizes from our catalogue so you are still getting the timber board of your dreams; just the messy assembly work is done for you.
Or the classic
Tuesday night surfboard making class
For those that like to take their time we are offering the 8 week course of 3 hours a night each week to build your board from our components supplied,
Of course Bywater design offers you the choice of timber, deck patterns, and various board sizes from our catalogue so you are still getting the timber board of your dreams, and you get to do all the assembly work, the board is then ready to be glassed.
2 DAY SHAPING CLASS
FEBRUARY; 14 AND 15 (SATURDAY AND SUNDAY)
MAY; 16 AND 17 (SATURDAY AND SUNDAY)
CLASSIC WOODEN SURFBOARD MAKING CLASS
MARCH 3 – TUESDAY NIGHTS FOR 8 WEEKS
MAY 26TH – TUESDAY NIGHTS FOR 8 WEEKS
As your surfboard is custom made prices will vary but the cost will start from $1100 and vary according to timber, and size choices
For more information; including surf pack, timber catalogue choices and detailed pricing please email us on;
Places are strictly limited so best to act now and reserve your
POSITION IN BRISBANE’S ONLY HOLLOW WOODEN SURFBOARD CLASSES.
Summer Board Making Class - December 2014 ...
Summer is almost here !! Hooray !
And we have time for one more board making class before Christmas.
Classes will commence Tuesday October 28 and run until December 16.
We have a few places left so be quick and contact us now surf@bywaterdesign.com.au Hang Ten !
Graduates of the Winter Wooden Surfboard Class 2014
A very excited Tuesday night wooden board class proudly displayed their completed boards. All ready to glass. We all had a great time. Lots of laughter and fun along the way.
Don't Forget our next Class begins on September 9 ...Limited positions available.
3 Day Intensive Woodworking Class
The boys are working extremely hard and making fantastic progress during their 3 day Wooden Surfboard Workshop. Skins have been glued, frames have been shaped. All ready to glue skins onto the frames.
In a few short days, these boards will be complete and ready for glassing or polishing...
Pacific Longboarder Magazine...
Thank you to Pacific Longboarder Magazine for the wonderful article on our Wooden Surfboard Classes;
For more information please phone us on PH; 3259000
or email us; surf@bywaterdesign.com.au.
Surfs UP
Build your own Wooden Surfboard . 3 Day Intensive Class . August 2014
Winter is the perfect time to build your own Surfboard. In 3 challenging yet fun days, you will be able to make your very own surfboard. Ready to glass or polish.
Our intensive class is designed to optimise the use of a full working day, where you will be able to complete your wooden surfboard in this time ready for glassing or polishing.
Spaces are Extremely limited ...
So book your position now;
surf@bywaterdesign.com.au
or Phone; 07 3256 9000 for more information
Wooden Surfboard Classes
Due to popular demand; Bywater Design are very proud to introduce their Wooden Surfboard Classes intensive course.
In the space of three days you will be able to make, shape and complete your very own wooden surfboard.
All ready to glass
Dates for this class are Ekka Week ; August ; 13, 14 and 15.
* June Special; Enrol this month to receive your complimentary new fins for the board you are making
What are you waiting for ??
Positions are limited, so contact us now to reserve your position.
Surfs Up !
*conditions apply
Another wonderful example of Student Work !
The recently completed project by Chris, a wonderful long-term student; shows the amazing diversity of projects that our students complete... Incorporating the stunning native bird scene into this porthole like window, highlights both the rich colours of the stained glass as well as the natural hue of the recycled silky oak timber that was used.
Well done Chris, we look forward to seeing your next project.
::Bywater Design School of Fine Woodworking - A happy Graduate ::
With no previous woodworking experience, Chloe began the Introductory to Fine Woodworking Class with a lot of enthusiasm and energy. At the completion of this introductory course Chloe was able to take home her very own gorgeous chopping/serving board.
Congratulations Chloe on your great achievement !
Designed and Made...By Students
The students of Bywater Design School of Fine Furniture continually make us proud with their ongoing achievements. We love sharing their journeys , their finished pieces as it is inspiring for both teacher and students... The recently completed Qld Maple Entertainment Unit by Bruce, highlights the construction techniques, dovetailing and finishing methods that Bruce has learnt in class...
Congratulations Bruce on Designing and Making your Entertainment Unit !
If you would like information on Creating your own beautiful furniture Have a look here .
The Art of Learning
Our very popular Woodworking Classes are now in their 7th year ! We enjoy seeing our students learn new skills and nurture their passion for woodwork . Over the course of this time we have been lucky enough to teach students from all demographics and from all over Brisbane including The Gold and Sunshine Coasts . The high standard to which our students produce work is testament to their willingness to learn and the dedication to our craft.
One such student, who displays these qualities is Daniel.
Daniel is a vibrant and energetic gentleman in his 90's ! ! Daniel has been a student under the expert guidance of David for well over a year.
During this time, Daniel has produced work of a very high standard.
Apart form his love of woodworking, Daniel is a fierce golfer and enjoys learning Latin Dancing !!!
We would like to congratulate Daniel on his enthusiasm, joy and happiness he contributes to the class. He is an inspiration .
>Sharing Our Craft.
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Over 6 years ago, due to the growing interest in our craft, we decided to establish
The Bywater Design School of Fine Woodworking. Men and women, eager to learn traditional woodworking techniques approached us about sharing our skills...
Flash forward to 2010 and we have had the pleasure of teaching men and women of all ages, occupations and areas of Brisbane, Sunshine and Gold Coast the fine art of Furniture Making. We are proud to say many of our original students are still with us, creating their own beautiful works of art.
Our workshop is a busy hub on weeknights, where our enthusiastic students are given guidance, enthusiasm and personalised tuition on their varied and original projects. Everyone works at their own pace, there is no deadlines, no stress, only a fun learning environmnent.
Our classes are held on weeknights from 6 - 9pm, if you are interested in learning a new craft, creating your own furniture and generally having a really fun time please Get in contact with us.
BYWATER DESIGN SCHOOL OF FINE WOODWORKING STUDENT PIECES;...
