The Wiggly Path Company

Contact name: COLIN WILSON

23
Total bookings

Rating

(12)

almost 3 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

Based at Harehope Quarry, The Wiggly Path Company is a social enterprise that champions the role of the arts, creativity and traditional skills in promoting health and wellbeing. Our champions of creativity Colin and Sarah bring their skills and knowledge as designer makers with over forty years experience in wood and textiles to facilitate relaxing workshops in whittling and Spoon carving, weaving and decorative stitching.

Courses, kits & gifts

gold award

BISHOP AUCKLAND

Introduction to tapestry weaving

7 hours

Next date: 14th Dec 2025

6 places left

(2)

£85.00

gold award

BISHOP AUCKLAND

Spoon carving and Whittling Day

7 hours

Next date: 13th Dec 2025

4 places left

(8)

£85.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

1 Oct 25'

Jenny reviewed: Spoon carving and Whittling Day

"I had a very enjoyable day with Colin and Sarah at the Spoon Carving and whittling course on 29th September , I was a complete beginner and they explained how to use the tools, different cuts and when to use them. They explaind the techniques clearly and made sure I used the tools safely . We also covered different types of tools and how to sharpen them and how to finish the spoons with sanding and oiling. They were happy to answer any questions and give advice on design, tools and techniques. I feel much more confident to try whittling on my own and am happy with the spoon I produced. The workshop was in a beautiful location and it was an interesting and relaxing experience with some lovely people. I would recommend this course to anyone."

The Wiggly Path Company responded:

"Thank you Jenny We really enjoyed your company, it was a grand day, and we are really glad you enjoyed it, there is a lot of information to share and take in, but at the end of the day you produced a wonderful tool for life. We sincerely hope you will continue your journey into the marvellous world of whittling and carving Sarah and I were so inspired by your rug crafting skills, you have fuelled our desire to bring more craft projects into our home, thank you. If there’s anything we can do to help you on your journey please let us know, we would be more than happy to help. Very best wishes Take care Colin and Sarah "

28 Sep 25'

Peter Smith reviewed: Spoon carving and Whittling Day

"Attended a spoon carving day at Harehope Quarry led by Colin & Sarah. A brilliant, relaxed day with skilled instructors, with plenty of tea & coffee and finished with a well crafted wooden spoon to take home. Great advice given regarding tools & sharpening them. Would recommend this 1-day course for everyone. Many thanks to Colin & Sarah "

The Wiggly Path Company responded:

"Hello Peter Thank you for your kind message, Sarah and I had lovely day, we enjoyed your company, you were an excellent student, and produced a wonderful tool for life. We sincerely hope you continue your journey into this fulfilling but addictive craft, and if you need any further assistance please just give us a shout. Very best wishes Colin and Sarah "

1 May 25'

Pat reviewed: Spoon carving and Whittling Day

"Lovely couple, great setting, brilliant course. A very, very enjoyable day, I can highly recommend it 😃"

The Wiggly Path Company responded:

"Thank you Pat For being a wonderful person and a brilliant student, we had a lovely day, you’re welcome back anytime. If you need any advice, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Very best wishes Take care Colin and Sarah "

30 Mar 25'

Neil Walton reviewed: Spoon carving and Whittling Day

"A super day of spoon carving with Colin and Sarah. A birthday gift from my son, we did the day at Harehope together. Excellent instruction from the start soon had us using the tools with a degree of confidence and really enjoying the process, the company and the surroundings. Colin and Sarah obviously have many years experience in teaching, guiding and gently steering you through the necessary processes in a very informative, safe and enjoyable way. They also have a lovely way of making the day quite meditative, relaxing and enriching. A lovely way to spend a day with my son and hopefully the start to another mindful and rewarding hobby in retirement."

The Wiggly Path Company responded:

"Thank you Neil We both had a splendid day with you and James and are glad you both had a nice time, it was lovely to work with you, as you both had an appreciation for what we are trying to accomplish at Harehope and an understanding of working with nature. You should both be very proud of the artefacts you created in the first few hours of your journey. We sincerely hope you take up this rewarding and additive hobby. Very best wishes Colin and Sarah "