Spoon Carving in the European Tradition – San Diego Craft Collective

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Last updated 28 May 2024

Spoon Carving in the European Tradition – San Diego Craft Collective

Learn to Carve a Decorative Spoon! Select a date from the drop-down menu. Workshops from 9 - 11:30am both days 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: 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 the spoon and handle Finish can be applied at home (instructor can offer shellac, which is non-toxic) 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. Optional tools and equipment that students can purchase. - Carving Gloves made with kevlar &/or steel. (Kevlar is very soft on the skin. You will be holding the piece while you carve it so you must have protection from the knife. You can buy these at TH and H in Kearny Mesa or get them from many sources online.) - A chip carving knife such as a Hirsch # 17, Pfeil #1 or similar. (Available at Highland Woodworking or Woodcraft.) - A #5 Sweep Spoon Gouge 20mm. (The 20 mm width is great, but smaller is also good.) - Carving Spoons -- a book by Shirley Adler No experience necessary. Ages 18+ welcome, or 14+ years with an accompanying adult! • Scholarships available: Click here for an application. • Homeschoolers: Click here for enrollment details. • Military and sibling discounts: Email us for more information. • If this class is full, click here to be added to the waitlist. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the waitlist to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.