Many woodworkers have gazed at a beautiful piece filled with curves and wondered, “How in the world? That bend should be impossible!” Bent laminations allow woodworkers to manipulate wood in amazing ways, but the process can feel daunting. Tapered bent laminations may seem downright impossible, but they are not even all that difficult with the right techniques. In this class, Erik will guide students through the design and construction of a small table with a base made from tapered bent laminations. The class will begin with the important topic of grain selection, including how and when to use flatsawn, quartersawn, or bookmatched boards and how different material choices affect the visual flow of a piece. Students will then explore intermediate techniques such as resawing, making accurate tapering jigs, and building bending forms using a combination of machinery and hand tools. The class will also cover adhesives, processing curved parts, and creating curved joinery. Finally, Erik will discuss finishing techniques suitable for both professional and home shops. Students will leave with a beautiful table, along with the skills and confidence to incorporate curved components into future projects.