Intro to Spooncarving Workshop ~ 08.10.27 (AM)

INTRO TO SPOONCARVING WORKSHOP Date: Friday 8th October 2027 Time: 09:30 - 12:45 Location: Lower Sharpham Barton Farm, Ashprington, TQ9 7DX Skill level: Beginners (No previous experience required) / Intermediate ✨ Experience the Joy of Spoon Carving! Come and carve a simple cooking spoon! We will use simple hand tools and age old techniques to carve cooking spoons from a blank to a finished spoon. There is something extremely satisfying about carving and then cooking with your own hand carved spoon! This workshop is designed for complete beginners and intermediate carvers who'd like to try their hand at spooncarving. You’ll learn: ✅ Safe knife grips & carving technique ✅ How to Carve a Cooking Spoon Blank with Knife & Hook Knife ✅ Hook-knife hollowing and finishing ✅ Everyone leaves with a cooking spoon and the skills & confidence to keep on carving! 🧰 What’s Included All tools and materials provided. Tuition with Alex Finberg, author of Spoon Carving: From Log to Spoon Tea, coffee & biscuits Safety gloves, Aprons & Protective Kit Access to the onsite shop and goody-bag offers 💡 Continue Your Journey Take the next step & Join Alex on another workshop with: 🪵 Log to Spoon Workshop - Learn to Carve with Axe & Knife! 🥄 Carve an Eating Spoon Workshop - Delve in the nuance & beauty of eating spoons 🗡️ Hone your Skills on a Sharpening Workshop 🪓 Checkout the Workshop Calendar Here Add extras at checkout: 📘 Book – Spoon Carving: From Log to Spoon ~ £16.99 🔪 Carving Knife ~ £65 / 🪝Hook Knife ~ £85 / 🪓Carving Axe £175 🧤 Carving Gloves ~ £5.99 * 🎥NEW! Add on Alex's Online Carve a Cooking Spoon Masterclass ~ £35 *All kit is provided, but you may want your own new pair of gloves and tools to keep carving at home! 🕰️ Schedule 09:30 AM – Arrival & introductions 09:30 - 10:55 AM – Carving the Cooking Spoon with a straight knife 11AM – Tea break 11:15 - 12:15 – Carving the Cooking Spoon with a hook knife & finishing cuts 12:30 - 12:45 – Wrap up, Shop Visit & Finish 🧭 Venue & Access Use what3words: coffee.hindering.fats Please allow an extra 5 minutes to arrive down the bumpy track! Carving areas are within a short walk of parking; toilets & refreshments available. If you need adjustments for mobility or access, please get in touch – we're happy to help. 🪑 Safety & Wellbeing Outdoor & Paediatric First Aid trained instructor Fully risk-assessed sessions Please wear warm clothing and sturdy footwear Suitable for ages 16+ 👋 About Alex Finberg Award-winning spoon carver, author, and founder of Woodcrafters. Alex has taught carving for over a decade to a range of groups and brings warmth, patience, and humour to every session. Alex has recently released online spooncarving masterclasses and his book Spoon Carving: From Log to Spoon distils years of experience into a step-by-step guide that inspires carvers worldwide. 💬 Testimonials “Alex is a fantastic workshop leader - knowledgeable, approachable and gentle in his manner and approach. He has a gift for intuition and ensuring all participants are included and feel at ease, and building a calm and focused atmosphere" – MH Read more Reviews 🧺 What to Bring Sturdy footwear & warm clothes (hat / gloves) Packed lunch or snacks A favourite spoon for inspiration Tools if you have them (optional) 📦 After the Workshop Exclusive list of carving resources + recommended tools Option to purchase knives, kits & Alex’s book Ongoing email support Invites to Woodcraft for Wellbeing & future events 📝 Terms & Conditions Non-refundable but transferable (£20 Admin Fee Applies) Minimum 8 participants required – we will reschedule if under-booked You’ll receive a full information pack & directions a week in advance to the workshop ⭐ Workshops regularly sell out FAST — book early to secure your place!