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OVERVIEW
Stir Your Creativity and Your Cooking!
In today's hurried world little can give you the feeling of peace and harmony like hand-carving wood. And what better way to learn this ancient art than by creating a practical tool you can use every day. Join us and make a beautiful, rustic stirring spoon using hand-made tools while taking your first steps at this rewarding and calming activity.
Price: $110 + $10 for Materials
Location: North Redmond
Pre-register today! Once we have three pre-registrants, we'll schedule the workshop again. Join School of Ranch and get 20% off this and all workshops!
Get First in Line! Pre-Register!
Pre-registration is free; we only charge your credit card when we're ready to schedule (and you say ok). Sign up now! Once we get three pre-registrants, we'll schedule the workshop and check with you to what dates work for you.
WORKSHOP CONTENT
Carving Tools and Essentials
Carving Tools and Essentials
Carving Tools and Essentials
There's nothing like the feel of handmade tools. And being taught by the person who made them is a special treat. You will leave this workshop with a new appreciation for the ingenuity of our forbearers, and the skills to continue on the path to expertise in spoon making and carving.
Take a Treasure Home
Carving Tools and Essentials
Carving Tools and Essentials
Over the course of this three hour workshop, you'll learn how to transform a block of wood into this practical, personal tool that you will use every day. You'll learn safe practices, techniques for gauging depth and proportion, and how to use the key tools of the trade to produce your very own carved spoon.
INSTRUCTOR
George Blackman
George Blackman is a local treasure. As much historian as craftsman, George fashions his own tools from machines that are twice his age, each with its own storied past. Blacksmith, sculptor, inventor, carver, woodworker, you name it, all rolled up into one engaging, enthusiastic member of our Central Oregon community. George built his career as a welder, but his passion is in working with traditional tools to handcraft practical works of art.
George Blackman
Join School of Ranch and Get 20% Off!
Join School of Ranch and get 20% off all workshops for a year. Your membership helps us cover our costs. Being non-profit doesn't mean you can lose money! We need your support and nothing shows support as much as a membership.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How much does the workshop cost?
$90 for a 3 hour workshop plus $10 for materials. We supply everything you need except safety glasses.
Where are the workshops?
This workshop is in the shop of the instructor on the north side of Redmond.
What do I need to bring?
We supply everything you need except safety glasses. Wear comfortable clothing appropriate for a woodshop. Please wear boots or close-toed shoes. We'll be in a heated shop, so no need for overly warm clothes.
Can I attend with my kid?
We will be working with sharp implements in an active woodshop. You may buy a ticket for a minor, but you must accompany them and they must be responsible and able to handle the tools. 16+ is ok. If you want to bring someone younger, reach out to us to discuss. Use our contact form.
What is School of Ranch?
School of Ranch is a Central OR-based 501c3 nonprofit. We hire skilled community members to teach practical and artisan skills. Our mission is to educate, help small local businesses grow, and to provide common ground for people regardless of politics, age, background or belief.
