Whittle Something Wonderful: A Spoon Carving Workshop

Sat Sep 20 2025 at 10:00 am to 03:00 pm UTC-04:00

770 Chapel Street, New Haven, CT, United States, Connecticut 06510 | New Haven

MakeHaven
Publisher/HostMakeHaven
Whittle Something Wonderful: A Spoon Carving Workshop
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In this immersive day-long workshop, participants will learn how to carve a beautiful, functional wooden spoon from start to finish. You’ll shape a spoon blank using traditional hand tools and optional shop equipment, gaining the skills and confidence to continue carving beyond the class. This class runs on Friday, September 20th from 10 AM to 3 PM, with a one-hour lunch break.
What to Expect
The session begins with a safety overview and introduction to the tools and materials. You’ll work through each stage of spoon carving—from rough shaping with carving tools to smoothing and finishing with sandpaper and food-safe oil. Instruction includes both demonstrations and plenty of hands-on time, with guidance throughout. Optional shop tools like sanders or buffers may be used during finishing. Everyone will leave with a completed wooden spoon and the knowledge to carve more on their own.

Skills You’ll Acquire
• Safe use of carving knives, gouges, and rasps
• Spoon shaping techniques, including bowl hollowing
• Sanding and finishing with food-safe oils
• Understanding of wood grain and carving ergonomics
• Introductory carving skills transferable to other projects

What’s Provided
• Raw wood for spoon carving
• Carving tools (knives, gouges, rasps)
• Sandpaper and finishing materials
• Access to optional shop tools for smoothing and buffing
• Expert instruction and support throughout the class

Who Should Attend
This class is ideal for beginners and intermediate makers interested in hand carving, traditional woodworking, or creating functional objects. No prior experience is necessary.

Prerequisites/Safety Information
No prerequisites. Closed-toe shoes are required. All tools, materials, and safety guidance will be provided.
This class runs on Friday, September 20th from 10 AM to 3 PM, including a one-hour lunch break.
You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:
https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=592&reset=1
Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email [email protected]

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