Wood carving courses

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Carving with wood is a rather rare skill these days. Yet anyone with a sharp knife and a block of timber can try their hand at whittling. The tools and materials used have not varied for hundreds of years. Carving workshops in this section include traditional spoon carving in the Peak District, relief carving courses in the Yorkshire Dales, love spoon carving in wales and even rocking horse carving!

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Spoon carving for beginners

Spoon carving for beginners

London - Next course on 7th April 2020

This regular class in spoon carving, introduces the art of carving with an axe, a knife and a crook knife. By carving a spoon, which is by nature a functional object and one we are all familiar with, we are free from the pressure of knowing what to carve and instead we can become familiar with the tools of this craft. As you gain confidence with the tools, you begin to build a relationship with small scale carving and understand the subtle and addictive qualities of this new hobby. We...

Carving & sculpture workshops

Carving & sculpture workshops

Learn how to carve in a single day with one-to-one tuition. Please note that dates are very flexible (weekdays) and we are currently taking bookings for several months in advance. A one day course specifically aimed at complete beginners with no previous knowledge. Learn how to carve a relief in wood in a single day, (the very foundation of all sculpture in the round) with highly personal one to one tuition in the beautiful surroundings of the Peak District National Park. One to one tuition is by far the best...

Walking Sticks

South Yorkshire

A one day course in the basic skills involved in making your own sticks. No experience needed but a willingness and ability to use hand tools is essential. Most of the people who come have never made a stick before, but everyone goes home with a complete stick they have made! Anyone with a bit of stick-making knowledge who would like to improve and learn some new tricks is also welcome. Everyone who attends learns how to straighten a stick, make a steel rod/pin to join the handle to the...

Forest Club - spoon carving, willow weaving and wood carving in the woods

Forest Club - spoon carving, willow weaving and wood carving in the woods

Forest Club is an opportunity to explore and engage with nature in a new and creative way. We explore many aspects of woodlands crafts, working at a gentle and respectful pace. You can choose from one of our three courses: -Willow weaving in the woods: weaving willow in its many sculptural forms from large willow animals to living willow dens. -Sculptural green wood carving: a playful and informative introduction to carving unseasoned green wood into large scale carvings. -Spoon carving: nothing beats carving a spoon around a fire, in the...

Greenwood Spoon Carving

Greenwood Spoon Carving

South Yorkshire

A one day course in the basic skills involved in spoon carving. No experience needed but a willingness and ability to use hand tools is essential. You will learn practical tips and techniques on: - Considering different types of wood suitable for spoon carving. - Looking at the types of spoon carving tools used in Greenwood Craft, and how to use them. - Cleaving greenwood logs into billets ready forusing a froe and an axe. - Using a shave horse and drawknife to shape wood. - Selection of gouges and...

Beginners spoon carving

Beginners spoon carving

Norfolk - Next course on 13th June 2020

Important Coronavirus update: We are taking precautions to protect the wellbeing of our workshop participants. From April onwards, all courses will be held outdoors to reduce contact and the chances of communication of the virus. In addition, we will also not now provide food and we ask participants to bring their own own; however, tea and coffee will still be provided in disposable cups. The day involves: * An introduction to the greenwood [trees and types of wood for carving] * How to use axes and cutting tools safely *...

Carve a rocking horse head

Carve a rocking horse head

Yorkshire - Next course on 30th April 2020

These courses are aimed at those wishing to make a traditional wooden carved rocking horse. We will show you the traditional approach to rocking horse carving using hand tools. Previous carving experience is not necessary - all skill levels are accommodated and each student will successfully complete the carving of a rocking horse's head during the course! Three days individual tuition. Carve-a-Head courses run 10am till 4pm on the first two days, 10am to 3pm on the final day (but we will start earlier and run later if need be!),...

Box making weekend in Cumbria

Box making weekend in Cumbria

Cumbria - Next course on 18th April 2020

2 day box making courses held on weekends throughout the year in beautiful Cumbria. Make your own handmade wooden box. The courses are fun and relaxed, yet will give you the skills & confidence to make stunning boxes on your own. The courses are run from a fully equipped cabinet making workshop. All tools and safety equipment are provided, though you are welcome to bring your own tools if you wish. Ear defenders and dust masks are yours to keep at the end of 2 days. Tea and coffee is...

Alien spoon carving

Alien spoon carving

Edinburgh - Next course on 18th April 2020

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 carving techniques with hand tools - the axe, straight knives and hook knives... maybe also a drawknife on a shave horse if you want to. Following good techniques you will avoid injuries and regular stretching will help you to look after your body. You should leave with the...

Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Norfolk

Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Norfolk

Important note: We will be moving house and workshop, hopefully in late spring, early summer 2020. Courses up at the present location are now all fully booked, Sorry. I will be putting the new course dates at the new location on the website as soon as I can, probably late summer and certainly should be up and running for my normal classes by September. The new address is 28 Colneis Road, Felixstowe, IP11 9HF. so you can come and carve and enjoy the seaside too! I will also put some...

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