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Spoon Carving

£75.00

Jump into the captivating world of spoon carving whether you are a first timer or wanting to develop your skills. Learn about the form and function of a good spoon and how to make the most of the wood for strength and beauty.

One of the delights of spoon carving is how few tools you need in order to create something unique. Using just axe, knife and spoon knife you'll learn traditional greenwood techniques throughout the day.

You will leave with your spoon and the foundations needed if you would like to develop your interest back at home.

Venue: National Trust Footprint, Patterdale Rd, Windermere, LA23 1NH

9:00am to 5:00pm

Waiting List - If the course date you would like is full, email garethandro@woodmatters.org.uk to go on the waiting list

Jump into the captivating world of spoon carving whether you are a first timer or wanting to develop your skills. Learn about the form and function of a good spoon and how to make the most of the wood for strength and beauty.

One of the delights of spoon carving is how few tools you need in order to create something unique. Using just axe, knife and spoon knife you'll learn traditional greenwood techniques throughout the day.

You will leave with your spoon and the foundations needed if you would like to develop your interest back at home.

Venue: National Trust Footprint, Patterdale Rd, Windermere, LA23 1NH

9:00am to 5:00pm

Waiting List - If the course date you would like is full, email garethandro@woodmatters.org.uk to go on the waiting list

Dates:

The course will be partly inside the Footprint building and partly outside under a waterproof cover so please bring weather appropriate clothing and wrap up warm.

Please bring a packed lunch. We will provide hot drinks and biscuits.

Just so you are aware this is a physical course involving using carving tools, axes and drawknives. It is suitable for beginners however you will need a certain amount of arm strength for the axe work. It's important to pace yourself throughout the day and rest your arms when you get tired.