Green wood spoon carving Sunday 4th August

Date. Sunday 4th August 2024
Venue. Gallery 19a, 19A Hollingdean Terrace, Brighton, BN1 7HB
Time. 10am-5pm
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An introduction to greenwood spoon carving using traditional hand tools and techniques.

We will be a small group of no more than 6 people working with an axe and knives to slowly transform the wood into your own spoon. And hopefully you will take away a new found skill to build upon and make your own.
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The aim of this course is to give an overview of spoon carving with (unseasoned) greenwood. You will come away with an understanding of how to transform a greenwood ‘billet’ into a functional wooden spoon.

We will look at various spoon shapes and their uses. What is a ‘crank’ and why is it
essential when making an eating spoon?

You will be guided in the process of how to use an axe to move through the various steps to turn a greenwood billet into a rough spoon blank. We will then work through the different knife grips of the straight and curved bowl knife to refine your piece. The knife grips are based on the traditional Swedish ‘sloyd’ approach to handcraft based making.
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Course Suitability. This course is suitable for beginners.
Due to the risks inherent in using sharp knives and axes, we ask that all attendees are able to take instruction and have strength and stability in their hands. Please notify me if your have any additional needs that may effect you accessing the course.
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Practicalities on the day. All wood and tools will be provided. Please wear sturdy closed toe shoes and practical clothes. Please bring your own packed lunch. Tea and coffee will be provided and available during breaks. Parking is free locally but can get very busy so leave enough time to find a space.

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Terms and Conditions. You must be over 18 years old to attend the course.
The booking fee is non refundable. If you cannot attend the course, all cancellations must be made via email to [email protected]. If you need to cancel and give sufficient notice of 28 days or more before the workshop start date, I may be able to move you to a new course date.
The organiser reserves the right to cancel or reschedule a workshop due to unforeseen circumstances such as low enrolment or other emergencies. In such cases, a full refund or reschedule the participant’s attendance to a future course.
By paying the course fee, the participant agrees to abide by these terms and conditions.
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