Spoon Carving in the European Tradition

Learn to Carve a Decorative Spoon!

Saturday & Sunday, March 8 & 9 from 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

In this 5-hour workshop, students will learn to carve a decorative spoon in basswood in the European carving tradition. Students will learn and apply the following skills that are needed to carve a simple decorative spoon, like carving safety, honing/sharpening, tracing and transfer of the spoon layout to a piece of basswood, hollowing out the spoon; carving the back; and removing thickness under the handle, carving out the handle, sanding, and finish.

This class is designed for the beginner as well as more experienced carvers.

Different techniques and styles make it interesting for all skill levels.

There is no prerequisite for this class.

All of the necessary tools and materials will be available to students for this class. It is recommended that you bring your own safety gear (eye protection, hearing protection, dust mask, gloves). We have hearing and eye protection available if you do not have your own.

No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome, or 14+ years with an accompanying adult!

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