What to expect

Discover the satisfying precision of decorative chip carving in this relaxed evening workshop. Working with a chip carving knife and soft Linden wood, you'll learn how a series of carefully placed cuts can create beautiful geometric patterns with surprising depth and texture.
After practising the essential knife techniques through a series of simple exercises, you'll design your own rosette or choose from a selection of patterns before beginning your final piece. While you may not complete the carving during the session, you'll leave with the knowledge and confidence to continue working at home. Suitable for complete beginners as well as anyone looking to expand their carving skills.

What you'll learn during the workshop:

The fundamentals of decorative chip carving
Safe and accurate chip carving knife techniques
How to lay out a balanced rosette design
How to transfer a pattern onto wood
Tips for achieving clean, crisp cuts

Good to know:

🕕 Doors are open from 5.45 so we can start with a cup of tea

👉 Please wear closed-toe shoes.

👓 Bring your reading glasses if you you usually use them.

🛠️ Carving tools and materials will be provided.

✏️ Please bring a pencil, eraser, and a compass if you have one.

Cost: £70 per person

Teresa Hunyadi is a wood sculptor with a strong emphasis on sustainability. She studied wood carving at universities in Austria and Japan and teaches at universities in Scotland and The Netherlands. Her work includes representational and abstract elements, predominantly created with hand tools in wood, valuing each piece for its own character as a living material.

www.teresahunyadi.com | IG: @teresahunyadi

Rosette Carving with Teresa Hunyadi

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