Description
Shrink pots are traditional Scandinavian kitchen containers which would have been used for dry goods. They are cleverly created by working with the natural properties of green wood. The body of the pot is hollowed from a section of recently cut green wood branch which is then carefully fitted with a carved dry wood base. As the green wood pot dries, it shrinks around the dry base to form a tight fit. On this one-day course with Green Wood Craftsman Mike Craig, you will… – Use hand tools including hand drills, gouges and carving knives to create your own shrink pot. – Learn about selecting suitable wood. – Be guided how to use safe carving techniques. – Understand the use of slow drying strategies. – Explore materials and techniques that can be used to decorate your finished pot and design ideas for your future projects. No experience is necessary. At the end of the day you will leave not only with your own hand carved pot but also with the knowledge, practical skills and inspiration to continue your green wood working journey at home.
What's included in the price?
All tools and materials provided, plus tea, coffee and biscuits.
Duration
7½ hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
I'm Mike Craig, a green woodworker based at the Otley Chevin Forest Park which is situated above the picturesque market town of Otley, West Yorkshire. I have over 20 years experience as an educator in countryside management and wildlife conservation and over 10 years experienced as a green woodwork course tutor. The only thing I enjoy more than carving green wood in a woodland setting is helping others to discover and develop their own green woodwork skills.
