Spatula Carving

Perhaps one of the most useful kitchen utensils is the humble spatula. So why not create something that is beautiful and bespoke? Axes, draw knives, knife work all combine in the art of spatula carving.

Getting to grips with the draw knife and shave horse and experimenting with different techniques and knife grasps. A truly satisfying day starting from a log of locally harvested wood, splitting it down and shaping it into a spatula with the aim of function and beauty all in the wonderful calm surroundings of National Trust Footprint.

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I just wanted to let you know how much Steve and I and the children enjoyed our two days in the woods with you. It was all and more than we hoped for and full credit to you both for having such a fantastic concept and creating it so beautifully. I wandered to walk this morning by the riverside looking at the trees and trying to see if I could recognise them - I'm certainly more aware but still have some way to go but hank you for what you did manage to teach me! Once again - thanks you so very very much!