Almut Woolard

Contact name: Almut Woolard

61
Total bookings

Rating

(26)

over 4 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

With over 20 years of teaching experience I love sharing my skills and learn from my students. My own artistic work is inspired by the ever-changing and evolving forms in nature and the seasons. Animals and the development of plant forms, are a constant inspiration for me. Working wood with traditional hand tools and techniques is a very rewarding experience. Each piece of wood is different and carving is an inspiring conversation with a unique piece of living material.

Courses, kits & gifts

gold award

Buckfastleigh

Carve your own picture-relief, with experienced woodcarving teacher in Devon

6 hours

Next date: 10th Jan 2026

2 places left

(12)

£105.00

gold award

Buckfastleigh

Whittling for beginners with experienced teacher.

1 day

Next date: 11th Jan 2026

1 place left

(3)

£105.00

gold award

Buckfastleigh

Woodcarving weekend with experienced teacher, all levels of experience welcome

2 days

Next date: 24th Jan 2026

2 places left

(11)

£200.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

8 Sep 25'

Rich reviewed: Woodcarving weekend with experienced teacher, all levels of experience welcome

"Just had a great weekend exploring wood carving with Almut, I was very blessed with the end result and feel inspired to explore further as a home hobby. Nice atmosphere alongside one other student, helpful guidance from Almut with plenty of tips and encouragement without feeling crowded out of learning for oneself. Interesting conversation along the way. Thoroughly recommend."

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Rich, Thank you for the carefully written review. I enjoyed the weekend in the workshop. Your finished carving is very well done and shows your skills at using tools. I am always impressed to see how many of our skills are transferable to a new activity."

29 Jul 25'

Anita reviewed: Whittling for beginners with experienced teacher.

"This course was absolutely brilliant! I attended see with my son and we both had a brilliant day. Almut is an excellent teacher and seemed to effortlessly manage teaching a child alongside adults. We learnt loads but it was relaxed and enjoyable and Almut is very hospitable. This has also created a new hobby for me which I can enjoy with my son. Highly recommended. "

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Anita, I enjoyed teaching our small group last Sunday. For me it is always very rewarding to see adults and children learning new skills together. I could see everybody being inspired by each other, adults and children alike. Happy whittling, Best wishes, Almut"

27 Apr 25'

Amanda reviewed: Carve your own picture-relief, with experienced woodcarving teacher in Devon

"Second visit to Almuts course and loved it again. A gift from my husband this time. She is so knowledgeable and calm I find the day slips away as I am so engrossed in gently carving wood. Highly recommend this course "

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Amanda, It was lovely to see you again and spend the day in the workshop. Seeing your skill improving is very rewarding. Happy carving Best wishes Almut"

17 Apr 25'

Amanda reviewed: Woodcarving weekend with experienced teacher, all levels of experience welcome

"A very relaxed and informative refresher in relief woodcarving with some welcome reminders on health and safety whilst carving. Thankyou Almut"

Almut Woolard responded:

"Dear Amanda, It was a pleasure spending the weekend with you in the workshop and seeing your carving take shape. I am always surprised how much can be learned and done in a two day course. Thank you for coming and happy carving, Best wishes, Almut"