It is always a good idea to buy some more nails, a few extra pieces of lumber and a can of paint or vanish. This will surely come in handy when the initial estimate of the materials needed exceeds the projections thus saving the time and effort of going back to the woodwork store. Woodwork supplies are needed in any project no matter how small or big it may be. Although for some of you who share in the principle of Benjamin Franklin that time is money and it will be a waste to be "a man of leisure" at one time or another, it is still possible that you take an off from woodworking while at the same time enjoy an equally productive endeavor. A good way to hit these two birds in one stone paradigm is by attending woodwork events. Now, if you will only go out in the market and check out these embellishments you want for the household, you will realize that they are mostly woodwork and these woodworks do not come off cheap. Then you realize that there must be so much value in a woodwork considering that it has to take some considerable amount in your budget just to bring home one. Since you will be dealing with a number of people, you should expect a lot of discussion and interaction. Making formal presentations is not necessarily and sometimes an informal statement of the issue is much appreciated. The discussion is normally started by group leaders and then breakout groups are often used to discuss the topics in a smaller group. This involves knowledge not only in working with modern power tools to render pieces of furniture, but in working with more old fashioned manual tools like straight edged and curved saws, hammers, pegs, planes, wood rasps and files, and chisels. Knowledge of Wood Types - Another prerequisite skill you'll need is at least a good working knowledge of the different types of wood used in item construction, from hardwoods like oak, cedar, and mahogany, to softer woods and more exotic ones as well like balsa and bamboo. There are carpentry and woodworking schools online that will allow you to learn the basics and the important details of the craft without having to leave your house. You can learn the skills in your own place and in your own pace. All you need to do is to look properly for those online schools that are accredited to give such courses and you will ensure yourself the proper instruction.