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...

...Time permitting, we will move onto a project that combines both spindle and faceplate work such as a candlestick or a box. You can expect to go home tired...

...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...

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

...Course day The course starts at 9.00 am and finishes at approximately 4.30 pm each day. Lunch and refreshment breaks take place in line with the course schedule...

...You will colour and polish new work to blend in with original. Finishing with ring marks and water-damage. Demonstrations of vrious repairs which may...

...Suitable for: Beginners Beginners Course Content Would you like to be able to restore a gilded possession or create distinctive, decorative effects with metal leaf?...

...The craft was learned by English craftsmen and has been in and out of fashion ever since. At present it appears to be enjoying a revival. Many people...