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More than spoons at Spoonfest 2015

I’m just back from an extended trip to Spoonfest 2015. There are photos all over the web of the great carving that took place so here are some of my non-spoon highlights. Continue reading

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Rake making at Heavy Horse Festival

This Sunday I’ll be making hay rakes at the Festival of the Heavy Horse in Northumberland. Continue reading

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Ancient pear eating spoons commission

pear wood eating spoons
Wood from an ancient tree, preserved for daily use. Continue reading

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Cherry colours


I’ve been carving by the river, hanging out with these guys. Continue reading

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Consider the Fork (& Spoon) by Bee Wilson

Bee Wilson
Author Bee Wilson talks about the importance of the wooden spoon, that “most trusty and lovable of kitchen implements.” Continue reading

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Spoon carving in Northumberland

Spoons!
Last weekend I was invited up to Northumberland to teach a group how to carve wooden spoons. We had a lot of fun. Continue reading

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#240 Spalted birch ladle

#240 Spalted birch ladleIn beautiful spalted birch, this is a unique ladle with curves to die for. Continue reading

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Carving & Scythe course dates 2015


Why not learn a new skill in 2015 or buy a course date as a special gift for someone?
Come and learn to use an axe and knives or a scythe in the beautiful Lake District on a short course with a leading UK craft tutor.
Guaranteed fun with like-minded people in an inspiring setting, you’ll take home fantastic memories as well as your new skills. Continue reading

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Little scoops for real coffee


If you’re like me, then the first coffee of the day is something special and even more so at the weekend. Continue reading

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At least 8 reasons to own a wooden spoon

People are often surprised when I tell them I make wooden spoons and yet we’ve all got them in the kitchen and they’re our most direct contact with the food we’re cooking. Why make do with the same mass-produced spoon … Continue reading

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