Carve your own spoons from fresh green timber!

In this one-day workshop, you’ll learn how to design a functional spoon, use an axe to remove bulk material, and carve complex shapes in three dimensions using a straight knife and hook knife.

During the workshop you will carve your own large serving spoon to take home.

This workshop will cover:

How a tree grows, wood structure, grain direction
Design and templates
Safety
Species and timber selection
Axe work
Carving techniques
Tool selection, maintenance, and sharpening
Finishing and oiling

Learn from woodworker Sam Ryan, who specialises in hands-on nature connected crafts, conservation work, and sustainable living.

Participants: suitable for adults and 15-17 year olds (if also accompanied by an adult)

Please wear close-toed shoes.

Please BYO lunch. Tea and coffee are provided.

Please meet at the Susan Grace Benny Building on King George Avenue, near the corner with King Street.

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