Bowl Turning

This ancient skill (which dates back as far as the vikings) was an every day technique through to medieval times and it will give you a bowl that is both functional and beautiful.
You’ll start the day learning about native British timber and how to select the best type for bowl turning. Then you will start working on your piece of timber, starting by using a froe to split the wood and marking out your bowl ‘blank’. With guidance from Michelle, you will learn how to safely use an axe to rough out your blank.
The next step is learning how to attach a mandrel and mount your blank to the lathe correctly. You’ll then use a variety of different turning tools to create your bowl. Finish your bowl by trimming it off, drying and oiling it.
This course is suitable for all abilities, from beginners up. It is a physically demanding day, so a reasonable level of fitness and stamina is required.
Learn about the properties of different British timber and how to choose a suitable piece.
How to split your wood, mark out your ‘blank’ and how to use your axe safely.
Find out how a pole lathe works, how to attach a mandrill and how to mount your blank to the lathe. Learn about different types of turning tools.
How to finish your bowl: trimming it, drying and oiling or painting it.
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This Bowl Making course will run from 9.30am until approximately 5pm and includes a delicious farm lunch. The end time will depend on how quickly you work. Don’t worry, there’s no rush and you can have as much or as little help as you need.
We first met Michelle when she came to the farm to make a bowl with Kate on Escape to the…