Craft Together! Spooncarving Workshop for Kids & Adults - 09.03.25 (AM)

Workshop: Craft Together! Spooncarving Workshop for Kids & Adults
Date: Sunday 9th March 2025
Time: 09:30 - 12:45
Location: Lower Sharpham Barton Farm, Ashprington TQ9 7DX 
Experience: Suitable for beginners and intermediate woodcarvers 
Includes: All Tools, Resources, Tea, Coffee & Biscuits Provided

First Spoon Quest: Spooncarving Workshop for Kids & Adults 
Join us for an exciting journey into the world of spoon carving, perfect for both kids and adults looking to carve their first spoon!

In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn to transform a pre made spoon blank into a beautifully crafted wooden spoon using simple hand tools and traditional techniques. There’s a unique joy in both carving and using your own wooden spoon!

This course is ideal for complete beginners as well as those who may have dabbled in carving before and want to refine their skills.

We warmly welcome families to join together in this creative experience. The workshop is suitable for Kids aged 8+. Children must be accompanied by an adult and you will both need a ticket to attend 

Timings:
09:30 - Arrival & Intros (tea & coffee and a walk to the carving area)
09:45 - Carving our cooking spoons from a pre-made blank 
11:30 - Tea Break
11:45 - Hook Knife Carving 
12:45 - Tools Down & Return to Tea Barn (shop & goody bags)
12:55 - Finish

Experience Required
No previous experience required. Suitable for Kids aged 8

Children must be accompanied by an adult and you will both need a ticket to attend 

Workshop Outcomes
Step-by-step guidance from log to spoon
Master safe knife techniques 
Safe and effective hook knife carving
Take home a wooden spoon you’ll be proud of and cherish!

Venue:
Located at Lower Sharpham Barn on the River Dart, the venue is part of a rewilding project with stunning views. Use what3words: coffee.hindering.facts to navigate. Please allow extra time for the bumpy track!

Safety & Wellbeing 
Alex is trained in Outdoor & Paediatric First Aid and has extensive teaching experience. Each workshop is risk-assessed for safety. We’ll ideally carve outside, so please bring warm clothing and sturdy footwear. All carving areas are within a two-minute walk from the car park, and restrooms are available along with refreshments in the tea barn.

Accessibility & Inclusivity 
Alex’s workshops foster a supportive environment, allowing everyone to learn at their own pace. Carving can be a meditative experience, and many find it calming. You’ll leave with the skills and confidence to continue carving at home.

Testimonials 
"I recently attended the Spoon Carving Level 2 workshop, and it was brilliant! From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed and inspired. Alex is not only a skilled craftsman but also a fantastic teacher. His gentle guidance built my confidence, and I left feeling accomplished with my humble spoon and eager to continue my carving journey. Highly recommended!" - MW

What To Bring  
Sturdy Footwear 
Warm Clothes, Hat & Gloves (we will ideally be carving outside) 
Packed Lunch 
Tools if you have them (none required though!)
A wooden or metal spoon you are fond of. 

Post Workshop Resources 
A list of useful links and resources for spoon carving
Opportunities to buy high-quality carving tools and kit plus
The chance to buy Alex’s book: Spooncarving: From Log to Spoon
Ongoing email support
Invites to Westcountry SpoonJam & Future spoon carving workshops

Terms & Conditions
Suitable for Adults (18+) & Children (8+)

Children must be accompanied by a ticket holding adult 

Non Refundable, Transferable
Minimum of 6 participants required. If the course is under-booked, it will be rescheduled with at least one week’s notice.