David Knight Woodland Crafts

Contact name: David Knight

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Maker's bio

I’ve been exploring woodland crafts for over 20 years and have a keen interest in relating an understanding of woodland ecology with the practical skills of woodland management and craft skills of making products from a wonderful sustainable raw material. I take my past experience in University continuing education into my teaching of craft skills to offer a rich immersive experience

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platinum award

Oxford

Introduction to spooncarving at Hill End

1 day

Next date: 9th Nov 2024

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(68)

£85.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

28 Jun 24'

Marie reviewed: Introduction to spooncarving at Hill End

"Thank you so much David and Caroline for an informative and enjoyable day. I came with trepidation but my daughter and I enjoyed ourselves. You were both very helpful and made sure I left with something that did look like a spoon! A lovely couple, great company and an informative day's course. Thank you."

David Knight Woodland Crafts responded:

"Hi Marie, thanks so much for your positive feedback. It was such a pleasure to tutor your group. I always come away from a course enthused to improve my own practice and to learn what would work better for the next group."

27 Jun 24'

Tess reviewed: Introduction to spooncarving at Hill End

"My mum and I had a fantastic day with David and Caroline! Not only did they create a warm, welcoming space where there was no wrong questions but their enthusiasm and passion for green woodworking was infectious! Would definitely recommend this experience to any one looking to learn a new skill and just have a fun day out. Thank you for your patience David and Caroline, we have shown our spoons to just about anyone who will listen!!"

David Knight Woodland Crafts responded:

"Hi Tess, what an enjoyable day it was to follow your initial steps into the world of green woodworking and spoon carving. I do hope that the day may inspire you to pick up a carving knife again and carve your second spoon. If you do, please do send me a photo. All best wishes. David"

25 Jun 24'

Jon reviewed: Introduction to spooncarving at Hill End

"I had a great time on this course, spending a lovely sunny day carving a spoon at Hill End. It was quite hard work but David and Caroline were very helpful and supportive teaching us different techniques for design and carving."

David Knight Woodland Crafts responded:

"Hi Jon, thanks so much for your review. It's always such a pleasure to introduce people to green woodworking if they've never experienced it before and be reminded what it's like to hold a carving axe and knife for the first time. I applaud your commitment to give it a go and hope you may be tempted to carry on making spoons!"

23 Jun 24'

Calista reviewed: Introduction to spooncarving at Hill End

"This course was really fun and informative! My partner and I learned so much and we each came away with an actual spoon made out of plum wood. We can’t wait for the spoons to dry out so we can sand and finish them. Big thanks to David and Caroline!"

David Knight Woodland Crafts responded:

"Thanks so much for your kind review, Calista. It’s always such fun to work with folk who are enthused and interested to learn! And you beat me to it-I’ll send out the post-course notes tomorrow morning. I do hope you keep carving! All very best David"