Wood carving courses, craft kits and handcrafted gifts

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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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Introduction to green woodwork course at Sallerton Wood

Introduction to green woodwork course at Sallerton Wood

In-person course

Devon - Next course on 30th April 2022

These 1-day courses in green woodworking cover the properties of green wood, cleaving techniques and production of simple craft objects created from a greenwood log using traditional hand tools such as draw-knives and pole lathes. Anything you make during the day will be yours to take home and may include items such as spoons, spatulas, rolling-pin or a wooden mallet. This course is most suited to anyone wishing to have a go at some green woodwork, with absolutely no previous knowledge or skills required. This is a great taster day...

These 1-day courses in green woodworking cover the properties of green wood, cleaving techniques and production of simple craft objects created from a greenwood log using traditional hand tools such...

Beginners spoon carving

Beginners spoon carving

In-person course

Norfolk - Next course on 24th October 2021

Based in a sleepy village in the Norfolk-Suffolk border, Nick and Debbie have been running their popular one day beginner’s spoon carving courses since 2018. To help extend our courses into the autumn and winter, we now have an exciting new outdoor rain shelter with social-distanced space for six participants, space-heater and lighting; it’s got all the bells and whistles! Come and check us out. The day involves: * An introduction to the greenwood [trees and types of wood for carving] * How to use axes and cutting tools safely...

Based in a sleepy village in the Norfolk-Suffolk border, Nick and Debbie have been running their popular one day beginner’s spoon carving courses since 2018. To help extend our courses...

Beginner’s bowl carving

Beginner’s bowl carving

In-person course

Norfolk - Next course on 28th May 2022

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 at our workshop based in a sleepy village in the Norfolk-Suffolk border. We will teach you how to make a simple Kuksa bowl similar to those that are made by the Sámi nomads in Finland. We will take you from basic wood...

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...

Halloween wizard wand workshop

Halloween wizard wand workshop

In-person course

Staffordshire - Next course on 30th October 2021

If you enjoy practical hands on activities and ever fancied learning a new traditional craft skill then join Amerton Arts Studio for the Wizard wand whittling workshop. Using a shave horse and a spoke shave you will learn greenwood working techniques to make your very own magic wand to take home. This activity is suitable for adults and children 6+. The sessions last 1hr, session times are 11am; 12.30; 2pm

If you enjoy practical hands on activities and ever fancied learning a new traditional craft skill then join Amerton Arts Studio for the Wizard wand whittling workshop. Using a shave...

Box making weekend in Cumbria

Box making weekend in Cumbria

In-person course

Cumbria - Next course on 8th January 2022

2 day box making courses held on weekends throughout the year in beautiful Cumbria. Make your own handmade wooden box. New dates have been added to replace cancelled courses, and are filling up quickly - please request your preferred date above. 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...

2 day box making courses held on weekends throughout the year in beautiful Cumbria. Make your own handmade wooden box. New dates have been added to replace cancelled courses, and...

Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury

Spoon carving at Walderchain Wood, Canterbury

In-person course

Kent - Next course on 8th April 2022

Your tutor will guide you through the process from selecting a log through to a completed spoon. Mark Saich Originally trained as a carpenter/joiner, Mark has worked as an eco-builder, sustainable construction consultant and trainer. He has a degree in Environmental Sciences, obtained a post graduate diploma at the Centre of Alternative Technology. He now owns and lives in 23 acres (the venue) of woodland practicing green woodworking and sustainable woodland management. The session includes: * Tool review - an overview of the various tools available for spoon carving and...

Your tutor will guide you through the process from selecting a log through to a completed spoon. Mark Saich Originally trained as a carpenter/joiner, Mark has worked as an eco-builder,...

Alien spoon carving

Alien spoon carving

In-person course

Edinburgh - Next course on 13th November 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...

Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Suffolk

Woodcarving for beginners - two day course in Suffolk

In-person course

Suffolk - Next course on 27th November 2021

Join experienced tutor and woodcarver Gerald Adams for a two day introduction to wood carving. Until the Covid situation becomes resolved, I have reduced the numbers on the course to 4 and implemented appropriate safety procedures. The course is designed to introduce students to the specific skills and techniques involved in woodcarving, to boost their confidence and enthusiasm to take on new projects. We also aim to have fun. Students should gain a good understanding of the fundamentals of woodcarving techniques and practices, Gerald aims to encourage and direct individuals...

Join experienced tutor and woodcarver Gerald Adams for a two day introduction to wood carving. Until the Covid situation becomes resolved, I have reduced the numbers on the course to...

Spoon carving for beginners - morning

Spoon carving for beginners - morning

In-person course

London - Next course on 27th November 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...

Log to stool with Gedwood

Log to stool with Gedwood

In-person course

Moray - Next course on 19th March 2022

Set in the stunning rolling hills of Speyside at the very heart of malt whisky country in the scottish highlands. No previous skills required for this fun and creative workshop, in making a rustic stool from a log to take back with you and proudly display in your home. You will be shown how to cleave, trim and shave the stool legs on the shave horse. Form tenons on the stool legs with a tenon cutter and draw knife. Then shape the slab for the seat of the stool, drill...

Set in the stunning rolling hills of Speyside at the very heart of malt whisky country in the scottish highlands. No previous skills required for this fun and creative workshop,...

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