Wooden spoon carving

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Spoon carving for beginners

In-person course

London - Next course on 6th August 2020

£40

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...

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Greenwood Spoon Carving

In-person course

South Yorkshire

£95

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...

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

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

In-person course

Kent - Next course on 11th August 2020

£90

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...

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Advanced spoon carving techniques

In-person course

Norfolk

£20

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 workshop involves: * Sharpening axes and knives: techniques & equipment recommendations * Creation & use of the draw horse & safety chopping block * Mark...

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Beginners spoon carving

In-person course

Norfolk - Next course on 15th August 2020

£60

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 *...

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Scandinavian Spoon Carving Course - Introduction

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Scandinavian Spoon Carving Course - Introduction

In-person course

Wiltshire - Next course on 8th August 2020

£75

Good NEWS - we will be opening shortly. Here’s another Award-Winning Course from Explore the Great Outdoors, Winners of the Best Woodland Courses 2019. During your time spent with us you will learn how to carve a spoon the Scandinavian way. Your tutors will pass on the knowledge they have gained from their time spent studying the art of spoon carving with the world-famous Swedish master craftsman Jögge Sundqvist. This course runs from our semi ancient woodland site near Warminster from 9.30am to 4pm with a half hour break for...

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Shrink Pot Making Course

In-person course

Wiltshire - Next course on 8th August 2020

£75

Here’s another Award-Winning Course from Explore the Great Outdoors, Winners of the Best Woodland Courses 2019. During your time spent with us you will learn how to carve a shrink pot the Scandinavian way. Your tutors will pass on the knowledge they have gained from their time spent studying the art of making shrink pots with the world-famous Swedish master craftsman Jögge Sundqvist. This course runs from our semi ancient woodland site near Warminster from 9.30am to 4pm with a half hour break for lunch. Minimum age is 18, younger...

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Alien spoon carving

In-person course

Edinburgh - Next course on 9th August 2020

£85

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 - 1-2-1, 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 techniques with...

Spoon carving course - from log to spoon

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Spoon carving course - from log to spoon

In-person course

Somerset

£75

Come and learn the craft of wooden spoon carving. The course is a day spent with me learning to carve a beautiful and functional wooden spoon. We’ll go through everything you need to know to transform a green wood log into a spoon. Techniques learned include Wood selection Axing out a spoon blank Safe and efficient knife grips Hollowing the bowl Finishing oils Tool buying advice Best of all, you’ll come away with all this knowledge and a spoon of your very own. A review from a previous student -...

Spoon carving workshop with Fazey Woodcraft

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Spoon carving workshop with Fazey Woodcraft

In-person course

Dorset

£75

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...