Swedish Slöjd Spoon Carving Workshop - 26.02.27 (PM)

SWEDISH SLOJD SPOON CARVING WORKSHOP

Date: Friday 26th February 2027
Time: 13:30 - 16:30
Location: Lower Sharpham Barton Farm, Ashprington, TQ9 7DX
Skill level: Beginners (No previous experience required) / Intermediate 

✨ Experience the rich tradition of Swedish Spoon Carving 

Join us for an immersive workshop where we dive into the rich tradition of Swedish Slöjd carving. You'll have the chance to explore a unique collection of Swedish-inspired spoons, both collected and crafted by Alex, alongside templates and handouts to spark your creativity. This workshop promises to be a true delight for carving enthusiasts!

Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this session is tailored for all skill levels. We'll be working with pre-prepared spoon blanks, allowing you to focus on perfecting your technique and creating your own stunning Swedish spoons.

You’ll learn:
✅ Safe knife grips & carving technique
✅ How to Carve an Eating Spoon Blank with Knife & Hook Knife
✅ Hook-knife hollowing and finishing
✅ Everyone leaves with an eating 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 a Cooking 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 ~ £35

*All kit is provided, but you may want your own new pair of gloves and tools to keep carving at home!

🕰️ Schedule

13:30 – Arrival & introductions
13:40 - 14:55 – Carving the Eating Spoon with a straight knife
14:55 – Tea break
15:10 - 16:10 – Carving the Eating Spoon with a hook knife & finishing cuts
16:20 - 16:30 – 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

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🧺 What to Bring

• Sturdy footwear & warm clothes (hat / gloves / layers)

• A Flask / Water Bottle 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!