FYI, there’s a DIY building/woodworking school right here in Gowanus.

Makeville offers a range of classes, from “Intro to Handtools” for $160 to “DIY Architectural Woodwork” for $225 to a six session furniture making class for $525.

Better still, they try to use reclaimed materials when possible.

Better still, if you’re qualified, you can rent studio time.

Better still, thinking of a gift? You can purchase gift certificates online.

Better still, there’s a free lathe demo class on June 1st.