Join us for some rustic creativity in our new outdoor classroom which is set in the beautiful Toolerstone gardens. Carving wooden spoons with traditional tools is a wonderful hobby that has become hugely popular recently. Turning a tree into your own practical and unique wooden spoon using an axe and special carving knives is inspiring, engaging and addictive! No experience is needed as you will learn step-by-step in a safe and fun environment with our tutor, Steve Tomlin.

A bit more detail

Starting with making a unique cooking spoon, you’ll learn how to use an axe and knives to shape wood safely and efficiently. This workshop will take you through the whole process of turning fresh wood into spoons and give you the confidence to carry on at home. Steve will also be selling wood carving tool kits should you wish to continue with your new found love of working with wood. 

   Home made wood fired pizza will be served for lunch

About the tutor

Steve is one of the UK’s leading spoon carvers, instructors and an internationally renowned wood craftsman. He has been carving spoons for over 15 years and teaches his lively, fun workshops at venues across the UK. In 2014, Steve was awarded a Queen Elizabeth Scholarship for his work and was the winner of the 2018 Marsh Award for Endangered Crafts. We are thrilled that Steve is teaching his craft here at Toolerstone

Timetable of the day

09:30 A warm welcome to @:Toolerstone with refreshments

10:00 Introduction to the art of hand carving wood

10:30 Your turn to start creating

11.30 Coffee Break 

11.45 Continue carving your spoon at your own pace

13:00 Delicious homemade wood fired pizza served by the campfire

14.00 Garden tour, if the weather permits

14.30 Refreshments will be served

16.00 Workshop ends but, you can take your hand-carved spoon home!

What is included?

• All materials & tools
• Aprons are provided for the day if required
• Refreshments & delicious wood fired pizza for lunch
• Free onsite car parking

What do I need to bring?

• Just a smile and a willingness to learn
• Dress for the outdoors, this includes bringing a waterproof as well as sun-cream & sunglasses. The Cheshire weather can be unpredictable!

Experience level

We welcome all levels of experience from beginners to the enthusiastic professional!