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.
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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.
Upcoming events
Bowl Carving
Hand carve your own trough bowl from greenwood using axes, draw knives, gouges and adzes. A busy day will be rewarded when your creation takes pride of place in your kitchen.
Spoon Carving
Make your own spoon using traditional greenwood techniques.
Help Out Day: Coppicing at Skelghyll Woods
Help our rangers with coppicing at Skelgyhll Woods, Ambleside
Bench Making
Make a rustic greenwood bench or simple stool using hand tools.