29th June – Spoon Carving Workshop

29th June 2024, 10:00 – 16:00

Willowbrook Farm, Hampton Gay, Kidlington OX5 2QQ, UK

Carving freshly cut green wood is immensely satisfying and the fibres yield to a sharp blade. Using axe, craft knife and hook knife we will fashion locally sourced native hardwoods into functional and beautiful spoons.

You will start the process by cleaving round wood and shaping a spoon blank with an axe before going on to finesse your design with a carving knife and hollow out the bowl with a hook knife. There will also be an opportunity to sue a draw knife and shave horse.

David will focus on using sharp hand tools safely and respectfully and will include demonstaryoons of how to keep tools sharp, and storing, finishing and decorating your spoon. All tools and materials are provided, just bring enthusiasm!

David has been carving spoons for 25 years as part of his interest in green woodworking. Heruns classes for adults and children in carving and is the coordinator of the Oxfordshire Bodgers.

Price – £75

The price includes lunch and light refreshments