Kuksa Carving: Make a Wooden Cup

The Kuksa (or Guksi (Sámi), Kåsa (Swedish)) is a traditional wooden cup originally made by the indigenous people of Lapland, the Sámi. It is traditionally carved from a Birch burr. In our outdoor workshop, using only hand tools, you will make your own functional carved wooden cup from a locally grown tree.

This is not a beginners class, this class is suitable for someone who knows a bit about working with the grain of wood and the challenges of working endgrain. If you've never done any woodworking before we recommend that you try at least one…

We have no indoor space and will be working outside in all weathers (under a tarp if it rains) so please come prepared. No sandals or bare feet please. Walking boots or work boots if you can, a thick sole will help to keep your feet warm in cold weather…