Traditional woodland crafts and green woodworking courses, craft kits and handcrafted gifts

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Traditional woodland craft courses (we also include green woodworking and greenwood crafts in this section) are increasing in the UK. Traditional woodland craft can also be known as ‘woodmanship’ and means working with trees, forests and tools in a way that communities going back thousands of years would recognise. These wood-loving ancestors of ours may have been the first true conservationists, working their resources in a way that was renewable and sustainable, not only preserving trees, but enhancing the richness of the surrounding wildlife. Traditional craft and green wood workshops in this section will generally involve woodwork without the use of nails and screws - and with a focus on hand tools. Think rustic!

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Spoon carving workshop with Fazey Woodcraft

Spoon carving workshop with Fazey Woodcraft

In-person course

Dorset - Next course on 4th June 2021

Welcome to Fazey Woodcraft... In this workshop you will learn all the skills and techniques needed to craft your own wooden spoons by hand, using just an axe & knife. Jack Fazey has been working with wood for over 10 years, carving spoons for about 8 years, and teaching for even longer. In his safe, competent hands you will be guided through the safe use of the axe, sloyd knife and crook knife, as well as shown how to select wood for carving, keep your tools sharp and ultimately how...

Welcome to Fazey Woodcraft... In this workshop you will learn all the skills and techniques needed to craft your own wooden spoons by hand, using just an axe & knife....

Chair making course at Sallerton Wood

Chair making course at Sallerton Wood

In-person course

Devon - Next course on 21st June 2021

COVID-19 ~ We are planning to run a full programme of courses during 2021 starting in May. Full precautions will be taken in our spacious outdoor workshop area. These six-day green wood chair making courses cover all the green woodworking skills and processes needed in order to construct your own chair from a green ash log. The techniques include cleaving out and shaping the components, drying some of the components overnight in the wood-fired kiln, steam-bending some of the components to give them the correct form, cutting and drilling mortises...

COVID-19 ~ We are planning to run a full programme of courses during 2021 starting in May. Full precautions will be taken in our spacious outdoor workshop area. These six-day...

Log to tumbler with Gedwood

Log to tumbler with Gedwood

In-person course

Moray - Next course on 6th June 2021

Set in the stunning rolling hills of Speyside at the very heart of malt whisky country in the scottish highlands. We all know whisky is matured in wood, so why not drink it from wood too, by making your very own unique hand carved wooden whisky tumbler! This course is suitable for all abilities. You will be shown how to select, cleave and carve out freshly felled logs, using a selection of hand tools and devices, including carving knives, shavehorses and pole lathes to create your very own whisky tumblers...

Set in the stunning rolling hills of Speyside at the very heart of malt whisky country in the scottish highlands. We all know whisky is matured in wood, so why...

Bark Container Workshop

Bark Container Workshop

In-person course

Dorset - Next course on 31st July 2021

Bark containers are one of, if not the oldest way to contain foodstuffs, liquids & other goods. In this workshop we will be using methods and materials that span back thousands of years into pre-history to create a beautiful, strong & sustainable container from Birch Bark This style of container is possibly my favourite. No glue, no nails, no modern materials. An ingenuous method of making which involves clever finger tab joints and friction. An immensely satisfying experience. A history of the use of bark, roots & wood, plus examples...

Bark containers are one of, if not the oldest way to contain foodstuffs, liquids & other goods. In this workshop we will be using methods and materials that span back...

Beginner’s bowl carving

Beginner’s bowl carving

In-person course

Norfolk - Next course on 29th May 2021

NEW FOR 2021: Our exciting new outdoor rain shelter is making it’s debut this year. With social-distanced space for six participants, space-heater and lighting, it’s got all the bells and whistles! Come and check it out. Have you dabbled with greenwood spoon carving and are keen to take your skills to the next level? Then this might be the course for you! New for 2021, we are offering a limited number of residential weekend courses in greenwood bowl carving for up to three people. We will teach you how to...

NEW FOR 2021: Our exciting new outdoor rain shelter is making it’s debut this year. With social-distanced space for six participants, space-heater and lighting, it’s got all the bells and...

Wood turning courses in the Midlands

Wood turning courses in the Midlands

In-person course

Worcestershire - Next course on 1st November 2021

A member of the Register of Professional Turners (RPT) with a recognised teaching qualification (PTLLS) and over 10 years of teaching practice, Mark Hancock runs these wood turning course from his well-equipped workshop near Pershore, Worcestershire Courses can be arranged for all levels of experience from the complete beginner to the more advanced turner with each course specifically designed to meets the student’s needs and requirements. Those that have turning tools are encouraged to bring these along with samples of work to help highlight areas that may need guidance. All...

A member of the Register of Professional Turners (RPT) with a recognised teaching qualification (PTLLS) and over 10 years of teaching practice, Mark Hancock runs these wood turning course from...

Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

Introduction to green wood furniture making - two days

In-person course

Devon - Next course on 24th June 2021

A two day course learning the skills and techniques of green woodworking, with an emphasis on contemporary design and detailing. Maximum of 6 students. You will make either a low stool or a side table using a variety of edge tools. Starting with a fresh cut log you will learn how to cleave the wood with a froe and wedges, then shape it on the shaving horse with drawknife and spokeshave. Joints used will be through-wedged-tenons. Use of contrasting timbers, and sculpted free-form table tops or seats are all available...

A two day course learning the skills and techniques of green woodworking, with an emphasis on contemporary design and detailing. Maximum of 6 students. You will make either a low...

Alien spoon carving

Alien spoon carving

In-person course

Edinburgh - Next course on 19th June 2021

I am open to new bookings and rescheduling previously booked courses now. Courses will be following the current virus guidelines as much as possible and groups will be even smaller - often 1-2-1 and groups from the same household, people that have booked together, etc. Alien spoons? Well, only because it is a memorable name and some of the knife grasps feel a bit alien to start with. You will soon get to grips with them and the focus of this workshop is learning to use safe and efficient carving...

I am open to new bookings and rescheduling previously booked courses now. Courses will be following the current virus guidelines as much as possible and groups will be even smaller...

Spoon carving for beginners - morning

Spoon carving for beginners - morning

In-person course

London - Next course on 5th June 2021

This regular class in spoon carving introduces you to the art of carving with an axe, a knife and a crook knife. By carving a spoon, you can focus on becoming familiar with the tools of the craft without the pressure of knowing what to carve. As you gain confidence with the tools, you begin to build a relationship with your small scale carving and understand the subtle and addictive qualities of this new hobby. We will use green wood, freshly cut with a high moisture content. This is a...

This regular class in spoon carving introduces you to the art of carving with an axe, a knife and a crook knife. By carving a spoon, you can focus on...

Steam-Bending Courses in Cumbria

Steam-Bending Courses in Cumbria

In-person course

Cumbria - Next course on 11th June 2021

Beginners steam-bending courses at Charlie Whinney Studio. Steam bending is an ancient woodworking process which provides many opportunities for creating exciting designs, both sculptural and functional. The program offers everything needed to get to grips with steam-bending wood and using the process for your own work. We have divided the content into four modules, which can also be attended as single workshops: - 'Beginners steam-bending' - 'Chair-In-A-Day' - 'Advanced steam-bending' - 'Secret techniques'. The course will give you the knowledge and confidence to steam bend economical and eco-friendly locally sourced...

Beginners steam-bending courses at Charlie Whinney Studio. Steam bending is an ancient woodworking process which provides many opportunities for creating exciting designs, both sculptural and functional. The program offers everything...

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