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Q: What animal(s) will we make during the class?
I always have the wombat shape in two sizes, and the standard dog shape available (which can be done in 3 different styles). In addition to those two animals I always have a selection of blocks and offcuts to explore your own creativity.
Q: How many things will I make during the class?
All students who have completed the workshop so far have finished at least 1 animal. Around half the students complete an animal in 3 to 4 hours and have some time left over to work on smaller projects like mushrooms. Some students like to take their work home and continue working on it rather than finish and oil during the class.
Q: How is the class structured?
Everyone works at their own pace and I make my way around the group throughout the session demonstrating techniques and giving direction mostly one on one and giving instruction on when to move on to the next step of the process. This way no one gets left behind and everyone can work at their own pace without and stresses of missing out on information.
Q: What's the cancellation policy?
A: Free to cancel or reschedule up until 7 days before the class
Q: How long does the class run for, and what's the price?
A: 5 hours, $199 per guest ($199 per class surcharge applies for private classes)
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Animal Figurine Whittling Workshop
Learn to whittle figurines from timber!
5 hours
1 to 10 guests
$199
($199 per class surcharge applies for private classes)
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What you'll do
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arrow_right_alt arrow_downward- Gain knowledge of general safety when working with whittling knives
- Learn the basics of wood grain direction and different types of whittling cuts
- Practise working with knives, perfecting finishing cuts and using finishing oil
- Understand safe whittling posture, proper knife care and how to continue your whittling journey
- This course is open to students 16 and older. Anyone under the age of 16, please contact the class instructor prior to booking to discuss.
- Students 16-17 years of age may attend a course without a parent or guardian present.
- The instructor has a valid first aid and working with children check.
- Dates for this class require at least 3 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we'll cancel the class; in this case, we'll inform you and allow you to get a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.
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What you'll get
- A hand-whittled animal figurine
- An appreciation of whittling your own items
- The knowledge to safely and effectively use whittling knives and other tools in a variety of ways.
- The ability to go on and whittle anything you want to in the future
- A knowledge of how to finish and care for your creation
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Knowledge required
This workshop is aimed at people with no experience with woodwork and who are looking for an introduction to the craft. The whittling course is open to participants 16 years and older.The course is run using entirely hand tools so you need to be aware that there is an element of physicality involved.
What to bring
- You are encouraged to bring your own protective eyewear if you would like it.
- You are required to wear closed-toe shoes.
- Please wear clothing that can get dirty (e.g. sawdust will be present).
- Long hair needs to be tied back, and no loose-hanging jewellery should be worn.
- Safety gloves and aprons will be provided but if you prefer to bring your own you are welcome. Please ensure any gloves are cut-resistant. We recommend and use the Trojan Cut Resistant Gloves from Bunnings.
FAQ
What animal(s) will we make during the class?
I always have the wombat shape in two sizes, and the standard dog shape available (which can be done in 3 different styles). In addition to those two animals I always have a selection of blocks and offcuts to explore your own creativity.
How many things will I make during the class?
All students who have completed the workshop so far have finished at least 1 animal. Around half the students complete an animal in 3 to 4 hours and have some time left over to work on smaller projects like mushrooms. Some students like to take their work home and continue working on it rather than finish and oil during the class.
How is the class structured?
Everyone works at their own pace and I make my way around the group throughout the session demonstrating techniques and giving direction mostly one on one and giving instruction on when to move on to the next step of the process. This way no one gets left behind and everyone can work at their own pace without and stresses of missing out on information.
Location
15 Kyeema Avenue, Saratoga NSW and Unit 6/11-13 The Boulevarde, Woy Woy NSW (varies by date; click the date selector to see details)
Your teacher can also travel within 120 kms of Woy Woy, to a venue of your choice for a private class.
Your teacher
Nick is a passionate woodworker who utilises only reclaimed material in his work. While he makes small furniture such as stools and side tables he also uses smaller offcuts and pieces of timber to whittling and carve animals and decorative objects with a view of trying to minimise waste to an absolute minimum.
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