John Boddy´s Fine Wood & Tool Store courses

...It gives newcomers a sound approach and helps self-taught turners sort out problems and develop skills. The design and production of a range of projects is undertaken...

...This popular, practical course is a grand introduction to the craft. It gives newcomers a sound approach and helps self-taught turners sort out problems and develop skills...

...Course Content A course covering four different projects and a chance for the beginner to learn basic skills resulting in a sound grounding in the craft of woodturning...

...and appropriate finish for each. Students will be taught the various finishes appropriate to the type of wood and the period of the pieces, and how...

...The course will provide basic information on the different types of carving, tools, equipment. Suitable for: Those considering taking up carving. Those...

...• Finishing • How to develop and progress...

...Course Content Course students are invited to bring an item in need of repair/restoration. You will start by assessing work to be done. Commencing...

...of gold leaf in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. You will find the process of gilding interesting and absorbing and will enable you to look at giltwood in a new light...

...Chair caning came to England in the 17th Century, when Charles II was given a chair containing cane panels which had been imported by the East India Company...