NEW! Log to Bowl 2 Day Workshop ~ 12.11.27 & 13.11.27

LOG TO BOWL WORKSHOP

Date: Friday 12th November & Saturday 13th November 2027
Times: 09:30 - 16:30 & 09:30 - 16:00 
Location: Lower Sharpham Barton Farm, Ashprington, TQ9 7DX
Skill level: Beginners (No previous experience required) / Intermediate 

✨ Experience the full journey from Log to Bowl!

Experience the joy of carving your own unique wooden bowl in this hands-on workshop with expert woodsman Alex Finberg. Using green wood, you’ll learn to shape a freshly felled log into a beautiful and functional bowl, embracing the natural process of hand tool carving.

We will be using gouges, mallets and edge tools to create a bowl that’s perfect for serving or display. This 2 day workshop is the perfect introduction to bowl carving and lends itself well to making smaller vessels. No prior woodworking experience is needed, making this workshop ideal for beginners, but it also offers an exciting challenge for intermediate and advanced wood carvers!

We'll start with green wood, learning to safely split logs before using axes, knives, and hook tools to create stunning cooking and eating spoons. Alex will guide you through essential techniques, including:

✅ Safe Axe, Gouge & Mallet carving techniques
✅ Tree ID, Wood & Tool Selection, 
✅ Everyone leaves with a handcarved bowl of their own making 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 ~ £25 / 🪝Hook Knife ~ £40
🧤 Carving Gloves ~ £5.99 *

🎥NEW! Add on Alex's Online Carve a Cooking Spoon Masterclass ~ £25

*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 – Morning Axe Carving Session with Tea Break 
13:00 – Lunch
13:30 – Carving Bowls with Mallets & Gouges
16:30 - 16:45 – Wrap up & 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 8+. Children must be accompanied by a fee paying adult throughout. 

👋 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

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🧺 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!