Peter Sefton demonstrates how to cut through dovetails by hand using a range of techniques for marking out, sawing, chiselling and checking before final assembly. This step by step guide shows a range of tools and techniques Peter uses within his own furniture making school on his courses for beginners. Dovetails can seem intimidating but Peter explains that with the use of sharp tools, careful marking out and following a methodical approach any woodworker can master this beautiful strong joint.
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The Peter Sefton Furniture School was started in 2009 by Peter Sefton, an award-winning Master Craftsman and Furniture Maker with over 35 years of experience. Peter has devoted more than 20 years of his professional career to teaching and mentoring as a qualified Lecturer and Assessor.
Our award-winning school is the only private purpose-built furniture school in the UK. Set within three acres of grounds on a 17th Century farmstead, at the foot of the Malvern Hills. It is an inspiring and idyllic place to learn, with excellent transport links via the M5 and M50. The school offers a range of furniture making and woodworking courses including beginners, routing, wood machining, French polishing and more.