Still designing on paper and hoping it all works out?

Create your projects in 3D and catch mistakes before you cut.

Blue background with text overlay that says Getting Started with SketchUp: Basics for Modeling Your First Woodworking Project

Nearly 51 minutes of video lessons
16-page printable workbook
Discussion area for questions

“This was a really clear and easy introduction! Thank you so much!” — Tim

YES, I’M IN!

What is SketchUp?

SketchUp is 3D modeling software that’s perfect for woodworking. It lets you design projects such as cabinets, tables, and dressers before you build.

Woodworkers Use SketchUp to:

✅ Design furniture with accurate dimensions

✅ Visualize how a piece will look before cutting any wood

✅ Catch design flaws early, avoiding costly mistakes

SketchUp has a lot of advantages, but one drawback is that it can be challenging to learn.

Getting Started with SketchUp walks you through the basics, from setting up the software to learning how to use its essential tools.

With my step-by-step videos, you’ll be modeling with SketchUp in no time!

No guesswork.

Just clear, beginner-friendly steps to help you model your first woodworking project with confidence.

I’M READY TO LEARN!

You Don’t Need a Lot to Get Started

This class uses SketchUp Free, so there’s no additional software to purchase.

If you have a desktop or laptop computer, a mouse (much easier to use than a trackpad), and an internet connection, you’re ready to go.

I WANT TO GET STARTED!

Who This Class Is For

👉 You’re brand new to SketchUp

👉 You’ve tried SketchUp before and got overwhelmed by all the tools

👉 You want a practical way to mock up your ideas and visualize your furniture projects

👉 You want to make sure parts fit together before you build

👉 You want to catch mistakes before cutting

“This was a very good tutorial to get started with SketchUp. Thank you.” — Tariq

I’M READY TO MAKE 3D MODELS!

What’s Included

✅ Nearly 51 minutes of video instruction, broken into bite-sized lessons you can watch at your own pace

✅ A 16-page workbook that pulls together everything shown on screen, plus extra tips and clarifications not shown in the videos

✅ A discussion area where you can ask questions and get help as you work through the class

After enrolling, you’ll get instant access to the full class. The lessons are organized in an online course player that walks you through step by step, almost like flipping through the pages of a book. You can pause, rewind, or come back anytime. You’ll also receive a welcome email with a link to your course dashboard so you can jump in right away.

Example of the online course player with the chapters on the left an the video on the right
I WANT TO LEARN SKETCHUP!

A Different Kind of SketchUp Course

The video lessons in this class are a little different than what you might be used to.

Instead of highly polished, scripted tutorials, the core of this course comes from a real, one-on-one SketchUp session I taught live with a friend. It was recorded in real time.

Steve and Scott on a video call

That means you’ll see:

  • Common beginner questions
  • Moments where something doesn’t work the first time
  • Backing up, trying again, and figuring things out as we go

That’s intentional.

There’s a lot of overly perfect, AI-polished content out there right now. This isn’t that. These videos show what learning SketchUp actually looks like.

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What You’ll Learn

In this class, you’ll model a simple footrest, a small project you can use under a desk or while relaxing at home.

As you model the project, you’ll learn how to use tools like:

  • Rectangle
  • Push/Pull
  • Tape Measure
  • Arc
  • Pencil

You’ll also learn how to:

  • Create and edit components
  • Add guidelines
  • Copy and move parts
I’M READY TO LEARN SKETCHUP!

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The course includes nearly 51 minutes of video instruction. You can watch the lessons at your own pace and revisit them whenever you want.

It also includes a 16-page workbook that pulls together everything shown on screen, plus extra tips and clarifications not shown in the videos

This class uses SketchUp Free, so there’s no additional software to purchase. SketchUp Free is available on the web, so you can use it on any device with an internet connection.

You’ll need a desktop or laptop computer (Mac or PC), an internet connection, and SketchUp Free. A mouse is recommended over a trackpad for easier control.

You could use a tablet, but their smaller screen size can be cumbersome, especially for beginners.

No. This class is designed for beginners. If you’ve never opened SketchUp before, you’ll be able to follow along. If you’ve tried it in the past and felt overwhelmed, this class focuses on the tools that matter most for woodworking.

No. This class focuses on the essential tools you need to start modeling woodworking projects with confidence.

You’ll model a simple footrest. It’s a small, practical project that introduces the core SketchUp tools and techniques you’ll use again in future designs.

No. The core of this class is based on a real, one-on-one SketchUp session recorded in real time. You’ll see common beginner questions, mistakes, and problem-solving moments as they naturally happen.

Yes. The class includes a discussion area where you can ask questions and get help as you work through the lessons.

Yes. The class is completely self-paced. Once you enroll, you get instant access and can watch the lessons anytime. There is no deadline and no expiration, so you can start when your schedule opens up and move through it at your own pace.