We are located in beautiful Southern Indiana, in the Hoosier National Forest area. We are 45 miles northwest of Louisville, KY and 60 miles south of Bloomington, IN. 1714 E Owl Hollow Rd., Paoli, 47454. Learn from one of the most accomplished woodworkers of our time. Remember classes are limited to four students so you will receive the attention you need.
Dale also teaches online classes at Craftys.com and on DVD available for purchase through our store tab or The Great Courses.
We offer 4 student only classes. To register for a class with Dale send your non-refundable $350 registration fee to The Cabinetmaker, Inc. 1714 E Owl Hollow Rd, Paoli, IN 47454. Write on the check memo area the class name and date (example: Jigs Class March 20-22). Send with it Name of student, email, and phone number. When the fee is received it will hold your position in the class. Once we receive your registration fee you will be sent an email so please print clearly. To send the email we have to be able to read your email. Cancellation information: https://the-cabinetmaker.com/registration-refund-policy/
2026 Calendar
| Dates | 2025 CALENDAR | Instructor Fee | Material Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| October | |||
| Oct 6-10, Tue-Sat Pt 1 | Stickley Tall Clock | $950.00 | $2000.00T |
| Oct 13-17, Tue-Sat Pt 2 | Stickley Tall Clock | $950.00 | $2000.00T |
| November | |||
| Nov 10-14 Mon-Fri | Tall Clock | $950.00 | $2000.00T |
| Nov 17-21 Mon-Fri | Tall Clock | $950.00 | $2000.00T |
| Dates | 2026 CALENDAR | Instructor Fee | Material Fee |
| January - February | No Classes | ||
| March | |||
| Mar 02-06, Mon-Fri | Basic Kitchen Cabinetry | $875.00 | $400.00 T |
| Mar 16-20, Mon-Fri | Live Edge Slab Bench | $900.00 | $Choice T |
| April | |||
| April 02-13, 11days | Tall Clock | $900.00 | $Choice T call Dale |
| April 22-24 Wed-Fri | Stacked Lamination | $450.00 | $100.00 T |
| May | |||
| May 4-8,9, Mon-Fri, S | Maloof/Taylor Rocker Part 1 | $950.00 | $Choice T |
| May 18-22 Mon-Sat | Maloof/Taylor Rocker Part 2 | $950.00 | $Choice T |
| June | |||
| Jun 1-6, Mon-Sat | Thorsen Table | $1100.00 | $Choice T |
| Jun 22-27, Mon-Fri, Sat | Bow Arm Morris Chair | $1100.00 | $500.00 T |
| July | |||
| Jul 13-18, Mon-Sat | Maloof/Taylor Rocker Part 1 | $950.00 | $Choice T |
| Jul 27-31, Mon-Fri | Nakashima Chair Tribute Class | $950.00 | $350.00 T |
| August | |||
| Aug 1, Saturday | Nakashima Jig Class | $200.00 | $175.00 |
| Aug 3-8, Mon-Sat | Maloof/Taylor Rocker Part 2 | $950.00 | $Choice T |
| Aug 17-22, Mon-Fri | Arts & Crafts Lamp | $850.00 | $Choice T |
| Aug 26-29, Wed-Sat | Maloof/Taylor Rocker Jig Class | $650.00 | $325.00 T |
| September | |||
| No Classes in September | No Classes in September | No Classes in September | |
| October | |||
| #1, Oct 5-9, Mon-Fri, weekend off # 2, Oct 12-15, Mon-Thu | G&G Tall Clock | $4500-5000 INCLUDES MATERIALS | |
| Oct 22-30, Thu-following Fri | Split-Top Roubo Workbench | $3100 | + BenchCraft hardware |
| November | December | open for other classes | |
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“ I’ve been a woodworker for almost 25 years. Dale’s class is fantastic.
He’s organized, with the rough lumber and detailed plans ready on arrival. He is very knowledgeable and provides a structured environment so the project can be completed on time. ”
— PAUL ANWILER, WOODWORKING STUDENT, WASHINGTON, IN
Call or text 502-551-8889
with any questions you have to make your Arts and Crafts furniture dream a reality.
The Cabinetmaker
dale@the-cabinetmaker.com
502-551-8889
1714 E. Owl Hollow Road
Paoli, IN 47454