Carving wood is an immensely satisfying and endlessly creative activity for kids and grown-ups alike. Who doesn’t want to whittle a stick now and then? With a few important techniques and skills, it can be a safe(r) pursuit too. In this family workshop, we will learn to carve a creature head. The possibilities are endless: a crocodile, a troll, a bear…the only limit is your imagination. We will start the morning by making magic wands and work through the afternoon on our creatures. We will paint and add hair in tufts for fun effects. We will all work together learning to safely use many fun tools including a vegetable peeler, shaving horse, draw knife, spokeshave, and, of course, carving knives! We will learn to notice wood grain direction and why it matters and practice basic knife carving moves. We will have creature themed snacks and play a magical creature themed game when we need a break. This class is definitely going to be fun! No carving experience is needed for this class, open to kids ages 7+ accompanied by a grown-up. Tuition and materials fee covers one adult/child pair.

Required Tools All Students Must Bring

• All Tools and safety equipment will be provided

Optional Tools that Might be Helpful

• Mora 102 CS carving knife (available in the NHFS school store)
• Cut proof carving gloves (available in the NHFS school store)