{"product_id":"design-and-carve-your-own-spoon-sunday-15-november","title":"Design and Carve Your Own Spoon - Sunday 15 November","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eA one-day intensive for those who want more control over form.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eI’d love to welcome you into my Grey Lynn studio for a full day of spoon making from scratch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis is a small class of four, which means you’ll receive close guidance throughout the day, almost one-on-one. Whether you’d like to attempt something refined and sculptural or keep things simple and functional, I’ll work closely with you to help realise your design. I enjoy a challenge, but equally respect the beauty of restraint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eYou’ll begin with a solid block of reclaimed native timber and sketch your design directly onto the timber. From there, you’ll move through the same process I use in my own production:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e– Cutting your form on the bandsaw\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e– Carving the bowl using a hook knife\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e– Shaping it \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eusing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e the disk sander\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e– Refining with blades and hand tools\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e– Hand sanding and finishing with New Zealand-made beeswax oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eUnlike traditional greenwood spoon carving, this class works with seasoned reclaimed hardwood, the same material I use in my practice. You’ll leave with a spoon designed and shaped by you, ready to use at home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll skill levels are welcome. Over the past five years I’ve taught more than 400 people, aged 10–80, how to carve a spoon. No prior experience is necessary, just curiosity and patience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e⸻\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDate\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSunday 15 November\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTime\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e9.30am – 4.30pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eLocation\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eGrey Lynn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFull address and detailed class information will be sent one week prior to the workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e⸻\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis class takes place in a working studio environment. We’ll be using workshop machinery throughout the day, including the bandsaw, drill press and disk sander. A full safety briefing will be given before any machines are used, and I will supervise all processes closely.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAs this is a shared machinery-based class, there will be moments where you’ll need to wait your turn. I encourage patience, it’s part of the rhythm of working in a real studio.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eProtective equipment is provided, including safety glasses, ear protection and dust masks. Please wear closed-toe shoes and clothing you don’t mind getting dusty.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThere will be a 30-minute lunch break. Ozone Coffee is across the road, Farro is a short walk away, and Woolworths is nearby. You’re also welcome to bring your own lunch. There is a small kitchenette with a sink, but no facilities for heating food.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe studio is located in a large warehouse-style building. Depending on the weather, it may be cool or warm, please dress accordingly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCarving requires moderate hand strength and focus. Rubber thimbles are provided, and you’re welcome to bring gardening gloves if you prefer additional protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe studio is shared with other wood and metal makers. It’s an active, creative space, expect the sounds, dust, and atmosphere of people working with their hands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e⸻\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eParking\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eParking is free on a Sunday.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e⸻\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCancellations \u0026amp; Changes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eIf you are unable to attend, you are welcome to send someone in your place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDate changes are permitted up to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e14 days before the class\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWithin 14 days of the class date, bookings are non-transferable and non-refundable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eRefunds will only be issued if the workshop is cancelled by Courtney Petley.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e⸻\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eIf you have any questions, please get in touch, I’m happy to help.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petley Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43387508293693,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0249\/4762\/1933\/files\/IMG_0944.jpg?v=1784688189","url":"https:\/\/petley.store\/products\/design-and-carve-your-own-spoon-sunday-15-november","provider":"Petley Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}