Intro Day
£150.00
10am-6pm
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 shaping it on a shavehorse using a drawknife, before turning it on the lathe to make a traditional potato masher. This workshop will immerse you into a time honored craft, as you learn the rhythm of the lathe and how to use 3 types of chisels and gouges effectively. This introductory class is a great way to get a taste for treadle lathe work.
Making a Chopping Board –
This workshop will teach you the elusive art of taking a rough surface and planing it perfectly smooth and flat, as you make a simple, beautiful chopping board for your kitchen.
You’ll learn about a variety of hand planes, some important theory and a brief introduction into framesaws and knife carving techniques.
All course bookings are non refundable, and class dates cannot be transferred once booked.