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

In-person course

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...

Walking Sticks

In-person course

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...

Greenwood Spoon Carving

Greenwood Spoon Carving

In-person course

South Yorkshire - Next course on 11th July 2020

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

In-person course

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

In-person course

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!),...

Carving & sculpture workshops

Carving & sculpture workshops

In-person course

Cheshire - Next course on 11th July 2020

Learn how to carve in a single day with one-to-one tuition. 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 and quickest way to learn a new skill, without the usual distractions of a group situation. This is a...

Alien spoon carving

Alien spoon carving

In-person course

I am open to rescheduling previously booked courses now and for new bookings. Courses will be following the current virus guidelines as much as possible and groups will be even smaller. Probably just pairs of people that have booked together. 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,...

Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Suffolk

Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Suffolk

In-person course

Important note: Due to the Coronavirus we are not running courses at the moment. The move to Felixstowe is nearly complete I will be putting new course dates at the new location on the website as soon as I can, probably late summer but only when it is safe to do so. I am hoping to be up and running for my normal classes by September, though probably at reduced numbers. The new address is 28 Colneis Road, Felixstowe, IP11 9HF. So you can come and carve and enjoy the...

Beginners spoon carving course

Beginners spoon carving course

In-person course

All courses up to the end of June are currently postponed due to Covid 19 virus. Please contact me via this website or my email if you are interested in courses in the future. Do you fancy trying your hand at spoon carving? I have been managing woodlands and developing traditional craft skills for the past 7 years at Northern Wood Monkey in Northumberland. Come along and learn safe axe and knife skills in a comfortable environment and make your own spoon. No previous woodworking experience is necessary, though those...

Box making weekend in Cumbria

Box making weekend in Cumbria

In-person course

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...

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