Author Archives: stevetomlin

Somerset Scythe Festival 2017 Championships

Posted on June 14, 2017 by stevetomlin


This years champions from the Somerset Scythe Festival, including the man pictured above. Continue reading →

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Scything at St John's Church

Posted on June 8, 2017 by stevetomlin


Scything in a churchyard in N. Yorkshire. Continue reading →

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Scything at Beamish Museum

Posted on June 5, 2017 by stevetomlin


Scything and gossiping during the Georgian period in the north-east of England. Continue reading →

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Scything while the sun shines

Posted on May 30, 2017 by stevetomlin


Mad dogs and happy scythers go out in the midday sun and enjoy amazing views. Continue reading →

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Gorgeous American style windsor chair

Posted on May 28, 2017 by stevetomlin


When a chair this beautiful from underneath, you know you just have to see the rest of it. Continue reading →

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Splitting wood with a froe

Posted on May 25, 2017 by stevetomlin

Sometimes, the wood really works with you. This sycamore was certainly on my side. Continue reading →

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Spoon carving workshop in Wales

Posted on May 22, 2017 by stevetomlin


Spoon carving starts with a log and continues with sharp tools and concentration. Continue reading →

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Prize winning ash splint basket

Posted on May 17, 2017 by stevetomlin


One of my craft items won first place in a national woodworking show last weekend but which one? Continue reading →

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Scything Handbook review in The Allotment magazine

Posted on May 10, 2017 by stevetomlin

A side-by-side review of the scything books currently on the market – which will you choose? Continue reading →

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Somerset Scythe Festival Courses 2017

Posted on May 8, 2017 by stevetomlin

Somerset scythe festival 2017
Details of the masterclass and beginners scythe courses at this years Somerset Scythe Festival
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