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Introduction to Woodwork

5(1 review)
Turn a potato masher from green wood on a foot powered lathe, and make a chopping board from seasoned hardwood.
8hrs
Beginner
What happens in this class?

An introductory day consisting of 2 satisfying projects - that together cover a range of essential skills in traditional woodwork.

This is perfect for those that would like to try their hand at everything, or want to lay a solid groundwork for the more in-depth workshops they've got their eye on.

Wood Turning Intro -

Covering the basics of turning on a treadle lathe. Starting with a log, you will prepare your billet by splitting it out using an axe, froe and mallet, shaping it on a shavehorse using a drawknife, before turning it on the lathe to make a…

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Things to remember

No need to bring anything, all materials and tools are provided! Tea, coffee and biscuits are provided throughout the course, but a packed lunch is recommended!

Latest Reviews
5(1 review)
A. Spooner - 26 September 2018
I learnt spoon carving - it was great and to come away with 2 spoons on the first day! The only drawback (no pun intended) was that no lunch was provided. Well worth it though and watch out as it's quite addictive!
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Age Requirement

18

Flexible cancellation policy

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Reviews

A. Spooner - 26 September 2018
I learnt spoon carving - it was great and to come away with 2 spoons on the first day! The only drawback (no pun intended) was that no lunch was provided. Well worth it though and watch out as it's quite addictive!