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WOODTURNING TUITION

1-day woodturning tuition for beginners or those new to the craft

Learn woodturning in the peaceful setting of my workshop located in the cottage garden of our home on the Cambridgeshire/Norfolk border.

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The 1-day session is mainly aimed at those wanting to take their first steps into woodturning with the wish to create something on the lathe. It's fun and informative! The day can also be tailored to meet the requirements of those who are relatively new to woodturning and wish to gain some more insight. Complete beginners will learn how to mount a piece of wood on the lathe. How to cut and shape the wood using gouges and other woodturning tools, and then how to finish the wood afterwards.

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Refreshments will be provided throughout the day, and a light, rustic farmhouse-style lunch is also included. Depending on the weather/time of year, lunch can be taken either out in the cottage garden or in our country kitchen which has a view over the garden. 

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I also offer 2-day workshops for those wanting take things to the next level. The dates for these days can be staggered (the second day a few weeks later) enabling the student to have time to practice in between. Again, refreshments and a light, rustic farmhouse-style lunch are included on both days.

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This course is also available for pairs - so a couple, friends, even a parent and child can enjoy learning woodturning together.  

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The sessions are hands-on, and the student will be able to use the lathe to create their pieces. The tuition can be tuned to what they would like to do, as people tend to learn quicker working in areas that they are interested in. They may wish to make a candlestick or perhaps a bowl – they can choose from a number of items that would be suitable for beginners or those relatively new to the art. The aim is to make an item or items that they can feel proud of and take away with them. All students will be provided with a certificate of completion. All of the wood used is from sustainable local sources.

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Send us an e-mail lovewoodturning@blendedmonkey.co.uk or call us on 07417 522366 for more information or to discuss requirements. You can also purchase a 1-day tuition gift voucher from our online shop if you prefer.

We also offer accommodation in the form of our Crafter's Retreat cabin or we can advise of other local B&Bs.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION AT A GLANCE

1. All tools, materials and personal protection equipment is included (eye protection/lung protection).
Some smocks and old shirts are available, but the student may wish to bring their own. If they already have some woodturning tools, they could bring these along too if they wish.
2. Refreshments (tea/coffee/soft drinks) and a light, rustic farmhouse-style lunch will be provided each day.
3. The studio is equipped with a Record Power DVR-XP lathe and dust extraction equipment.
4. The tuition is one-to-one, ensuring the student gets the maximum benefit from the day with no distractions.
5. The age limit is 16+, unless accompanied by an adult (the minimum age is 10 years old).
6. I have insurance (IWW/5102205) to cover training on a woodturning lathe.
7. All student work can be taken home.
8. Students are provided with a certificate of completion.
9. We can advise of local accommodation for those wishing to attend the two-day tuition and stay in the area overnight.

BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS, CANCELLATION POLICY & REFUNDS

  • The workshop booking is valid for 1 year from the booking date – this simply means that the setting of the date for the workshop must be arranged within the validity period, however the workshop date could be outside of this validity period.

  • The purchaser of the workshop may cancel the workshop up to 2 weeks before the workshop date with a full refund.

  • Failure to attend the workshop on the day without sufficient notice will result in the workshop being cancelled and no refund will be issued.

  • If the participant of the workshop is unable to attend their workshop for good reason, a new workshop date must be set within 3 months of the cancellation of the original workshop booking – even if the agreed new date lies outside of the 3-month period. Failure to rebook within that period will result in the cancellation of the booking with no refund. If the participant does not attend the second amended date, the booking will be considered cancelled with no refund.

  • If we need to cancel a workshop at short notice for reasons beyond our control, such as illness or mechanical breakdowns, the first option is to rearrange a mutually convenient date or receive a refund. In the event of cancellation for any reason, we are unable to reimburse travel, accommodation or any other expenses that you may incur in relation to the cancelled course.

PEN TURNING EXPERIENCE

Half-day pen turning tuition for beginners

Learn how to turn a beautiful fountain or ballpoint pen from a selection of woods. This workshop is offered to beginners and skilled woodturners alike. The experience is held in the peaceful setting of our workshop located in the cottage garden of our home & studios on the Cambs/Norfolk border.

Classes are one to one or for pairs so you have an immersive experience with the full attention of the tutor. There will be no other students in the workshop.

Students will be informed about some essential health & safety info and then they will learn the basics in spindle turning (if they are beginners) before going on to create a beautiful executive fountain or ballpoint pen from a selection of woods.

 

As a pairs experience, this is the perfect gift for Valentine's day, birthdays & anniversaries.

If you're purchasing this pen turning experience as a gift, we can send you a personalised gift voucher in the post or by email for the lucky recipients. The perfect unique experience!
Once the recipients have received their gift voucher they can contact us to arrange a suitable date.

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INCLUDED:

- All tools, materials and personal protection equipment (eye protection/lung protection).
- Smocks and old shirts, but the student may wish to bring their own. If they already have some woodturning tools, they could bring these along too if they wish.
- Refreshments (tea/coffee/soft drinks) and biscuits.
- One-to-one tuition/private tuition ensuring the student gets the maximum benefit from the experience with no distractions.
- Certificate of completion.

 

We also offer accommodation in the form of our Crafter's Retreat cabin or we can advise of other local B&Bs.

Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts. Start dates may be amended on request.

BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS, CANCELLATION POLICY & REFUNDS

  • The workshop booking is valid for 1 year from the booking date – this simply means that the setting of the date for the workshop must be arranged within the validity period, however the workshop date could be outside of this validity period.

  • The purchaser of the workshop may cancel the workshop up to 2 weeks before the workshop date with a full refund.

  • Failure to attend the workshop on the day without sufficient notice will result in the workshop being cancelled and no refund will be issued.

  • If the participant of the workshop is unable to attend their workshop for good reason, a new workshop date must be set within 3 months of the cancellation of the original workshop booking – even if the agreed new date lies outside of the 3-month period. Failure to rebook within that period will result in the cancellation of the booking with no refund. If the participant does not attend the second amended date, the booking will be considered cancelled with no refund.

  • If we need to cancel a workshop at short notice for reasons beyond our control, such as illness or mechanical breakdowns, the first option is to rearrange a mutually convenient date or receive a refund. In the event of cancellation for any reason, we are unable to reimburse travel, accommodation or any other expenses that you may incur in relation to the cancelled course.

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SHARPENING TUITION

Half-day sharpening tuition for intermediate turners

Learn how to sharpen your woodturning gouges. This workshop is offered to those who have a lathe and gouges and who are wanting a better understanding of sharpening. The experience is held in the peaceful setting of our workshop located in the cottage garden of our home on the Cambs/Norfolk border.

Classes are one to one so you will have an immersive experience with the full attention of the tutor. There will be no other students in the workshop.
Pre-requisites:
· Familiarity with spindle and bowl turning techniques
· Own your own tools (bring them along)

In this intermediate workshop, students will spend the half-day session learning methods of shaping and sharpening tools, on both a grinding wheel and belt linisher system (provided), culminating in sharpening their own tools properly. The focus will be on the following tools:
· Spindle Roughing Gouge
· Continental Spindle Gouge
· Spindle Gouges (standard & detail)
· Bowl Gouges (standard, bottom feeder & 40/40)
· Parting Tool
· Scrapers (standard & shear)
· Skew Chisels (various)
(NOTE: you don't need to own all of these tools)
You will learn how to grind the most common tools effectively (including your own).
About a week before your workshop date, we'll e-mail you again with more details about parking etc.

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INCLUDED:

- All tools, materials and personal protection equipment (eye protection/lung protection).
- Smocks and old shirts, but the student may wish to bring their own. If they already have some woodturning tools, they could bring these along too if they wish.
- Refreshments (tea/coffee/soft drinks) and biscuits.
- One-to-one tuition/private tuition ensuring the student gets the maximum benefit from the experience with no distractions.
- Certificate of completion.
- Detailed course notes sent on by e-mail afterwards.
- Follow-up advice.

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We also offer accommodation in the form of our Crafter's Retreat cabin or we can advise of other local B&Bs.

Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts. Start dates may be amended on request.

BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS, CANCELLATION POLICY & REFUNDS

  • The workshop booking is valid for 1 year from the booking date – this simply means that the setting of the date for the workshop must be arranged within the validity period, however the workshop date could be outside of this validity period.

  • The purchaser of the workshop may cancel the workshop up to 2 weeks before the workshop date with a full refund.

  • Failure to attend the workshop on the day without sufficient notice will result in the workshop being cancelled and no refund will be issued.

  • If the participant of the workshop is unable to attend their workshop for good reason, a new workshop date must be set within 3 months of the cancellation of the original workshop booking – even if the agreed new date lies outside of the 3-month period. Failure to rebook within that period will result in the cancellation of the booking with no refund. If the participant does not attend the second amended date, the booking will be considered cancelled with no refund.

  • If we need to cancel a workshop at short notice for reasons beyond our control, such as illness or mechanical breakdowns, the first option is to rearrange a mutually convenient date or receive a refund. In the event of cancellation for any reason, we are unable to reimburse travel, accommodation or any other expenses that you may incur in relation to the cancelled course.

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GREEN WOODWORKING TUITION

1-day green woodworking tuition for beginners or those new to the craft

Learn how to take a log of green wood, trim it with an axe, draw it to shape using a shave horse and a draw knife and then use the pole lathe to turn your piece into an item of your choice.

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This green woodworking workshop is held in a dedicated covered, outside space in the peaceful setting of our workshop in the cottage gardens of our home on the Cambs/Norfolk border.

 

Our diamond award-winning classes are one to one or for pairs so you enjoy an immersive experience with the full attention of the tutor. There will be no other students in the workshop.

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The origins of the pole lathe are lost in antiquity, but it is known that Vikings used them as they have been discovered in archaeological finds in York. The ancient craft of pole lathe turning petered out in England after the Second World War.


You'll learn how to make a couple of items that you'll be able to take away with you at the end of the day. 

 

The experience includes refreshments throughout, all the equipment and materials and also lunch.

 

This workshop can be enjoyed by 1 or 2 people - so couples or even parents and children can come along and experience the art of green woodturning together! 

 

The dates for this workshop will run from March through to the end of September.

 

We also offer accommodation in the form of our Crafter's Retreat cabin or we can advise of other local B&Bs.

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I also offer 2-day workshops for those wanting take things to the next level.

The dates for these days can be staggered (the second day a few weeks later) enabling the student to have time to practice in between. Again, refreshments and a light, rustic farmhouse-style lunch are included on both days.

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The aim is to make an item or items that students can feel proud of and take away with them. All students will be provided with a certificate of completion. All of the wood used is from sustainable local sources.

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Send us an e-mail lovewoodturning@blendedmonkey.co.uk or call us on 01945 772811 for more information or to discuss requirements. You can also purchase a 1-day tuition gift voucher from our online shop if you prefer.

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BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS, CANCELLATION POLICY & REFUNDS

  • The workshop booking is valid for 1 year from the booking date – this simply means that the setting of the date for the workshop must be arranged within the validity period, however the workshop date could be outside of this validity period.

  • The purchaser of the workshop may cancel the workshop up to 2 weeks before the workshop date with a full refund.

  • Failure to attend the workshop on the day without sufficient notice will result in the workshop being cancelled and no refund will be issued.

  • If the participant of the workshop is unable to attend their workshop for good reason, a new workshop date must be set within 3 months of the cancellation of the original workshop booking – even if the agreed new date lies outside of the 3-month period. Failure to rebook within that period will result in the cancellation of the booking with no refund. If the participant does not attend the second amended date, the booking will be considered cancelled with no refund.

  • If we need to cancel a workshop at short notice for reasons beyond our control, such as illness or mechanical breakdowns, the first option is to rearrange a mutually convenient date or receive a refund. In the event of cancellation for any reason, we are unable to reimburse travel, accommodation or any other expenses that you may incur in relation to the cancelled course.

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