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Black Paw upcycle project

Contact name: Scott McMillan
243
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over 8 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

Scott has been upcycling furniture for many years, but it was only after family and friends asked how they could make the inventive pieces in his home that Scott first started sharing his skills. Over 7 years later Scott continues to host a number of Black Paw upcycling experiences in his workshop, helping people to create their own pieces of upcycled furniture and learn the skills needed to upcycle at home.

Courses, kits & gifts

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Build your own bird box or bug house from recycled materials for beginners
1 day
Next date: 6th Apr 2025
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Build your own fire pit / barbecue from recycled materials. A one day course in metal work skills for beginners.
1 day
Next date: 17th May 2025
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Key skills for converting vans into campervans 1 day course
1 day
Next date: 27th Apr 2025
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Key skills for converting vans into campervans 2 day course
2 days
Next date: 10th May 2025
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Resin crafting for beginners
1 day
Next date: 26th Apr 2025
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Shabby chic skills for beginners
1 day
Next date: 6th Apr 2025
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Training course in upcycling with pallets for beginners in Somerset: two days
2 days
Next date: 5th Apr 2025
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Training course in upcycling with pallets. An introduction to making furniture with pallets for beginners
1 day
Next date: 5th Apr 2025

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews
22 Mar 25'

Kay Richards reviewed: Resin crafting for beginners

"Had an amazing day, learning about resin, creating lots of pieces to take home. My husband was most impressed at what I’d achieved. Scot explained things really well. A bit nervous before I started as I’d heard lots of horror stories on the internet when things had gone wrong. Feel a bit more confident in trying this new hobby at home. "

10 Mar 25'

Kate Harker reviewed: Key skills for converting vans into campervans 2 day course

"A great course for any aspiring van to camper converter! I have watched hours of u tube videos but Scott was skill-fully able to cover an enormous amount of ground on the topic over a 2 day period. He helpfully added the crucial helpful detail to what I had already learned but also with excellent customer focus by adapting the content to my personal circumstances. Scott was also a good educator breaking down and simplifying the more complex and often conflicting advice aspects such as electrics and insulation. He also helped allay our fears by concentrating on specific areas we had raised as confusing or concerning such as cutting holes in our vans - which we got hands on experience of practising - not quite so scary after all! A truly great experience. Scott, Sue, the dogs, chickens and bees all made us very welcome. Hoping to go back for more crafty experiences in the very near future. "

Black Paw upcycle project responded:

"Hi Kate, Thank you for your lovely review! I'm so glad you enjoyed the course and found it useful. You asked lots of great questions, which made you one of my favorite students! Wishing you all the best with your van build and the adventures ahead. Happy travels! 🚐✨ Scott"

24 Feb 25'

Sally Sealy reviewed: Resin crafting for beginners

"My bother and I attended the resin course on Saturday, we had a fantastic day, Scott and his partner were amazing hosts and we learnt a lot. It was a day well spent."

Black Paw upcycle project responded:

"hi Sally I so glad you enjoyed the day, had fun made amazing resin things you took home at the end of the day and now have the skills/ confidences to start doing amazing resin bits at home Scott"

29 Jan 25'

Peter Noblett reviewed: Key skills for converting vans into campervans 2 day course

"Scott provides a great overview of all the processes and problems encountered in undertaking your own van conversion. He is obviously very skilled and experienced in the area and has a great knowledge which he is able to pass on to others with both patience and humour. It is well worth attending and will make the whole process seem less daunting for the inexperienced."

Black Paw upcycle project responded:

"Hi Peter thanks for a lovely review and glad you found the course helpful Scott"