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Scandinavian Shrink Pot Carving

Create a beautiful natural pot from greenwood, using the shrinkage of the tree as it dries out to create a sealed pot.

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Working with the natural properties of green wood by hollowing out a section of branch. Carefully carving a base out of dried wood and using a technique so that, as the greenwood dries, it shrinks to fit the base. Traditionally carved in Eastern Europe and Scandinavia, this is an interesting intro to green wood crafts.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult Shrink pot£70.00

The basics

Booking details

Call Ro Thomas 07580042183

Meeting point

The Footprint, National Trust, St.Catherines Patterdale Road, Windermere, Cumbria. LA23 1NH

What to bring and wear

Wear warm clothes and bring a packed lunch. Refreshments will be available throughout the day.

Accessibility

The Footprint is fully accessible.

Contact info

Gareth and Ro Thomas

Upcoming events

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on
30 Apr to 18 Sep 2024
at
09:00 to 17:00
+ 2 other dates or times
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Bowl Carving 

Hand carve your own greenwood bowl.

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on
9 May to 15 Oct 2024
at
09:00 to 17:00
+ 2 other dates or times
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on
11 May to 29 Sep 2024
at
11:00 to 12:00
+ 3 other dates or times
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Start the Week with Craft 

Give yourself a warm and happy start to the week with some crafting in the beautiful Footprint Building.

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on
13 May to 15 Jul 2024
at
13:00 to 16:00
+ 7 other dates or times