Woodturning Introductions
Bowl Turning Experience Day
This one-day woodturning course for beginners isn’t just something wonderful to do; it’s an incredibly fulfilling and enriching experience!
Engaging in the creative and tactile activity of making bowls will provide you with a profound sense of satisfaction. This woodturning lesson guarantees a fun and enjoyable dive into the art of bowl turning on a lathe.
Whether you’re treating yourself or seeking the perfect gift, this course is the definitive choice! Under Martin Saban-Smith’s expert guidance, you’ll master the correct and safe use of the tools. Martin’s professional eye ensures you’ll learn to finish your bowl beautifully.
If time permits, you might even have the opportunity to add vibrant colors, textures, or other captivating embellishments to your creation.
By the end of the course, you’ll proudly take home what could be your very first lathe-made bowl—an exquisite piece to cherish for years to come! Let the joy of woodturning ignite your creativity and passion!
“Everything about the course was excellent – the structure, the timing, health and safety advice and the hands-on guidance – plus a great lunch and plenty of laughs.”
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In the rare occurrence that there are fewer than three students enrolled on the course 7 days prior to the booked date, we may not run the course. If this is the case, will contact you and offer you an alternative date or a full refund.
More Information
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Your Day Includes:
- A place on a group of up to 5 students
- Timber
- Use of machinery
- Use of Tools (You can bring your own)
- Use of any consumables or other
- Lunch at the onsite coffee shop
- Refreshments
- PPE and Insurance -
Timings
- 9.00am: Meet for a meet and greet coffee at the Tree House Coffee Shop at the Garden Centre.
- 9.30am: Start to make shavings!
- 12.30pm: Back to the coffee shop for lunch
- 1.00pm: More shavings to complete the project pieces
- 4.00pm: End of the day. Be prepared for the day to overrun to give everyone time to finish their pieces. -
Tools Used
- 3/8″ Bowl Gouge
- 3/8″ Spindle Gouge
- Diamond Parting Tool
- Inertia and Powered Bowl Sanders
- Wood Dyes
- Sanding Sealer
- Finishing OilsWe recommend you bring your own freshly sharpened tools if you have them.