During this six-day course, students will explore the intricacies of the Japanese dovetail joint, learning how this beautiful and highly refined form of joinery is designed, constructed, and executed by hand. Theo Cook, who has spent many years developing and mastering this distinctive joint, will guide students through detailed demonstrations and hands-on instruction. Students will gain an understanding of the techniques and precision required to achieve clean, elegant results. Participants will then put their new skills into practice by creating either a Japanese dovetail stool or a console table designed to showcase this exceptional joinery. Alongside the technical aspects of the build, Theo will explore how small, carefully considered details can transform a piece of furniture and create a more elegant, balanced, and sophisticated design. Students can expect six days of making, learning, a little head-scratching, and plenty of satisfying sounds as everything comes together.