Scandinavian Shrink Pot Carving with Woodmatters
Create a beautiful natural pot from greenwood with Woodmatters.
- Booking essential
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.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All | £75.00 |
The basics
- Booking number
Call Ro Thomas 07580042183
- Accessibility
Drop-off point. Footprint building is wheelchair accessible. The ground is uneven gravel paths. Accessible toilet. Access to the wood is via steep steps or an uneven slope.
- Meeting point
The Footprint, National Trust, St.Catherines Patterdale Road, Windermere, Cumbria. LA23 1NH
- Suitability for children
Not suitable for children
- What to bring and wear
Wear warm clothes and bring a packed lunch.
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