Tutor Michelle Mateo
10am - 4pm
Lunch & afternoon tea provided
Click here for Timings & Refreshments
This one-day workshop is suitable for complete beginners and those with more experience
Workshop Details
In this one-day workshop you will learn how to turn a wooden bowl on a traditional pole-lathe - it's as simple as that!
Skills / Techniques Covered
Materials
Materials are not included in the booking fee. All materials will be provided by the tutor. The approximate cost of these will be £25 payable to the tutor during the workshop. Please bring cash or cheque.
Students - please bring with you:
10am - 4pm
Lunch & afternoon tea provided
Click here for Timings & Refreshments
This one-day workshop is suitable for complete beginners and those with more experience
Workshop Details
In this one-day workshop you will learn how to turn a wooden bowl on a traditional pole-lathe - it's as simple as that!
Skills / Techniques Covered
- Understanding the properties of different British timbers and choosing the right timber suitable for bowl turning.
- Learning how to attach a mandrel and how to mount your bowl blanks to the lathe correctly
- Using and understanding different types of handmade turning hook tools
- Finishing touches; trimming, the drying process and oiling and/or painting your bowl
Materials
Materials are not included in the booking fee. All materials will be provided by the tutor. The approximate cost of these will be £25 payable to the tutor during the workshop. Please bring cash or cheque.
Students - please bring with you:
- A notebook and/or camera should you wish to take your own notes or make a visual documentary.
- Appropriate footwear (no open-toed shoes/sandals) and clothing for the interchangeable weather.