Woodworking Basics: Build a Small Patio Table

July 11, 2026, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM

$125 per person

Woodworking Basics: Build Your Own Small Patio Table

Have you ever wanted to build something yourself but weren't sure where to start? This beginner-friendly workshop is designed to help you gain confidence using power tools while building a simple, functional patio table.

In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to safely use a circular saw, measure and mark lumber, make straight cuts, and assemble a sturdy project using drills and drivers. Each participant will build their own patio table to take home while practicing skills that can be applied to future DIY projects.

Your instructor, Mariah Madison of Let's Eat Mud, is a local handywoman, educator, and builder who converted a retired school bus into her full-time tiny home. Just a few years ago, she had little experience using power tools herself. Today, she helps homeowners gain confidence with tools and teaches practical skills through hands-on workshops. Her motto is simple: Repair. Build. Teach.

What You'll Learn

• Circular saw safety and operation

• Measuring and marking techniques

• Straight cutting with a circular saw

• Basic assembly with drills and drivers

• Skills you can apply to future DIY projects

Details

• Duration: 2–3 hours

• Skill level: Beginner — no experience necessary

• All tools and materials provided

• Small class size with plenty of hands-on instruction

What to Bring

• Safety glasses

• Closed-toe shoes

• Optional: Bring your own drill or circular saw if you'd like to learn using your own tools

Leave with a completed patio table, new woodworking skills, and the confidence to start building projects of your own.

Event Details

What to Bring: Closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothing suitable for workshop activities

Experience Level: Beginner-friendly

Takeaway: A completed small patio table and foundational woodworking skills

Location: Prairie Fruits Farm Classroom

4410 N Lincoln Ave, Champaign, IL

Parking: General parking is available in the gravel lot. ADA parking is located south of the farmhouse. The classroom is in the white building with black trim west of the gardens. Check in at the farm store at the front of the building.

Tickets: $125 per person

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