Mastering case construction opens the door to many projects. With just a few changes, the cabinet made in this class could be a vanity, dresser, bookcase, or shop cabinet. George will start with design basics, including industry standards for kitchen cabinets, and move toward understanding the advantages and disadvantages of materials typically used in casework: plywood, MDF, and melamine. A very important aspect of cabinetmaking, and woodworking in general, is working in a logical sequence; allowing one aspect of a project to lead to the next. This approach, which often includes transferring measurements instead of using a ruler or tape measure, is George’s favorite insurance policy against cutting parts incorrectly. Using solid wood for the face frame, doors, and banding gives the opportunity to learn about milling, squaring, and dimensioning solid lumber. George will discuss setup, safety, and proper use of each tool. The doors are made on the router table, providing students the opportunity to master cope-and-stile joinery and panel raising. The Baltic birch drawers are on full-extension slides and built using a locking rabbet joint. Each student in this hands-on class makes his or her own cabinet.