Woodwyrm reviews

Mark reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"This was a great afternoon spent with Dave in his workshop. As I came to this with no real previous experience, he taught a variety of techniques with different tools so that after 3 hours I was able to come away with my own spoon. I'd recommend for anyone interested in learning some new skills. Thanks Dave."

Woodwyrm responded:

"Thanks Mark, I wish you all the best with your new carving skills. If you'd like any more guidance just get in touch, cheers."

Rob reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"I really enjoyed this course. He is skilled and knowledgable and shares his passion in an easy going style. He also has a canny knack of “repairing” your mistakes. A good fun afternoon. "

Woodwyrm responded:

"Many thanks Rob, do get in touch if you need any further guidance. Cheers."

jane de Carteret reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"Had a super afternoon with Dave yesterday- such a brilliant teacher, he guided me through the process with very clear and considered directions whilst all the time making it a thoroughly enjoyable experience. I came away feeling I had learnt something really useful. Totally recommend the course and the chatter! Thank you, jane de C"

Woodwyrm responded:

"Thanks Jane, it was great to spend time carving and chatting with you. The afternoon flew by!"

John reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"Had a great afternoon with Dave. A knowledgeable craftsman who was also a great teacher. I would recommend this to anyone who has a love of natural materials and the skills used to work with them. I left feeling I had learnt something and with a spoon made by myself. Thanks Dave"

Woodwyrm responded:

"Thanks John. It was a great afternoon, so glad you enjoyed it. Cheers."

Harry reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"A really fun course led by a chilled dude. It got me wanting to do more. It would be a good session for a couple."

Woodwyrm responded:

"Cheers Harry, I really enjoyed our session and your unique soup spoon was excellent! "

Sonia reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"Thanks Dave for a thoroughly enjoyable morning. Would absolutely recommend this 3 hour intro. Dave was a great teacher with the right balance of guidance and letting you find your way with the woodworking tools. Go, make a spoon, enjoy the process!"

Woodwyrm responded:

"Hi Sonia, So glad you enjoyed the session, it was lovely to meet you both. Cheers."

Jo Bryenton reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"This was a lovely workshop. Dave was friendly, helpful and happy to share his skills and expertise. We would heartily recommend his Spoon Carving workshops."

Philip & Debra reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"Great afternoon with Dave Instructive, entertaining and enjoyable The time flew by Inspiring us to do more Highly recommended, loved it - have a go! Many Thanks"

Lizzy reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"We had an amazing experience at the spoon carving course. Dave was an excellent teacher and we came away very proud of ourselves! Our imperfect spoons look great and we had really fun, interesting afternoon. Thanks Dave! "

Martin reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"Dave is an excellent teacher. I had a thoroughly relaxing and enjoyable afternoon. He takes you through the process step by step and encourages safe and comfortable practice through a vast variety of cuts. I can't believe I managed to carve a spoon in the one afternoon! Dave is a treasure trove of useful information. He tells you the wood to collect and use, the tools available and how to sharpen and maintain them. I would thoroughly recommend this course to anyone wanting to experience spoon carving. "

Jo reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"An excellent course, Dave is a brilliant teacher with a great teaching style - a perfect combination of knowledge, patience and can-do encouragement! Really good guided instruction - amazed we made spoons! Dave’s workshop has a welcoming atmosphere too - with inspiring craftsmanship on display. Thanks again from us both!"

Trudy reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"I really enjoyed this course. Three hours really well spent. To produce a carved spoon from a bit of wood using an axe and whittling knives was brilliant. Dave is a great teacher who clearly knows and enjoys his craft. I liked the step by step approach of him demonstrating what to do at each stage and then letting me try. He would also show me a different technique if I found something difficult. Great experience and I would thoroughly recommend it. Thanks Dave"

Val reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"What a lovely way to spend 3 hours. Dave was welcoming, his instructions were spot on and he was helpful and patient. Couldn’t believe I actually made a spoon. Don’t just think about it, go give it a go, it really is a great experience"

Rena reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"I really enjoyed this course- Dave explained the techniques really well and it was very helpful to have his feedback when I was using the tools. Very relaxed atmosphere and lovely little workshop."

Andrew Musgrave reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"Experienced woodworker and teacher. Friendly, individually tailored approach and plenty of tea! Really enjoyed my afternoon. Would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to get started."

Katherine reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"A lovely afternoon spent with woodwyrm Dave learning spoon carving basics. Dave is knowledgeable and insightful giving quiet, engaging guidance. The duration was spot on as I had time to make a spoon but if whizzed by enough to take me by surprise that the session was over! I'll be booking in for another session soon. Can't wait"

Paula reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"Excellent afternoon course where we got to carve our own spoons. Dave was a fantastic teacher, patient and supportive, and clearly passionate about the craft. It was a fantastic way to spend an afternoon. I would thoroughly recommend."

Marie and Tom reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"We had such a fun time! Dave is very passionate and such a good teacher. We need more people like Dace in this world. Thanks for everything. :)"

Woodwyrm responded:

"Hi Marie, Many thanks for your review. It was great to meet you both and a pleasure to teach you. Happy carving!"

Peter Rafton reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"I attended the "Spoon Carving" course run by Dave Atkin at his home address. I had never tried to carve a spoon before and Dave lead me through what I need to know and what I needed to do as it can be complicated but he made it easy to follow and do. I had an excellent afternoon and would recommend it to anyone to have a go it was very enjoyable."

Weronika reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"This was such an amazing experience, Mike was incredibly patient and helpful, and Jack was just adorable."

Ruth reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"My son and I loved the workshop. In three hours, we were each able to produce a spoon using first an axe and then whittling knives, which was an incredibly satisfying experience! Dave was lovely, explaining everything really clearly so the whole experience felt really safe and fun. Everything was also really well organised. All of the equipment was laid out and ready to go. We will definitely be back!"

Liz Charlton reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"We spent a great afternoon spoon carving with Dave. He is a patient and knowledgeable tutor. Our session was great fun and we were both amazed that, with his guidance, we managed to carve a spoon from a rough piece of wood. Dave is friendly and the whole experience left us wanting to carve more spoons. We wholeheartedly recommend this experience. Thank you Dave"

Hanna reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"Me and my partner had a wonderful afternoon with Dave in his workshop. Dave is super approachable, down to earth and keeps the perfect balance between guidance and leaving you to explore the new craft yourself. We definitely caught the carving bug from a very good tutor! Thanks Dave and hope to see you again. Hanna and Paul."

Tristan reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"A really enjoyable afternoon! Dave was an excellent and intuitive teacher and took time to walk us through each step of the spoon making process whilst still being hands off, so it was nice to come away with a spoon I felt was really mine. All in all a very well thought out course that would be thoroughly enjoyed by anyone with an interest in learning a new skill."

D.J. Salmon reviewed: Spoon carving taster session

"An instructive and interesting course. Dave was a patient teacher, and I ended up with something recognisable as a spoon."