Woodworking - Stool Making

Woodworking - Stool Making

Come join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn the art of woodworking and craft your very own stool from scratch!

By Hut on the Green

Date and time

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 10:00 - 16:00 BST

Location

Hut on the Green

Rothwell Road Gosforth NE3 1TX United Kingdom

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

  • Event lasts 6 hours

Make Your Own Stool: Woodworking Workshop with Furniture Maker Nick James

Join furniture maker Nick James for an inspiring and enjoyable day of woodworking at Hut on the Green. This day long workshop offers a unique opportunity to learn the basics of woodworking, discovering the incredible versatility and joy of working solid hardwoods.

Throughout the day, you will gain hands-on experience and learn essential woodworking techniques using traditional hand tools in a relaxed and supportive environment. Under Nick's expert guidance, you’ll confidently create your very own wooden stool, step by step, from start to finish.

What You'll Learn:

  • Understanding Wood: Discover different hardwoods, their unique properties, grain patterns, and how to select the right wood for your project.
  • Essential Hand Tool Skills: Develop an understanding of woodworking skills including precise measuring, marking, cutting, dtilling, sawing, shaping, and assembling your stool.
  • Stool Construction: Explore basic joinery methods, ensuring sturdy, lasting construction and developing practical skills for future woodworking projects.
  • Finishing Touches: Learn about finishing and application techniques of a hardwearing finish to protect and beautifully enhance your stool.

What's Included:

  • All materials and tools provided for the workshop.
  • Personalised, expert instruction and guidance from furniture maker Nick James. [max goup size of 4]
  • A welcoming and comfortable setting at Hut on the Green, perfect for creativity and learning. [including posh ocffee and homemade biscuits!]
  • Your own handcrafted wooden stool to proudly take home at the end of the day!

This workshop is perfect for complete beginners as well as those with some woodworking experience looking to refresh and enhance their skills. All you need is enthusiasm, curiosity, and a willingness to dive in!

Date: 11th July
Time: 10-4pm
Location: Hut on the Green
Cost: £150.00

Spaces are limited, so book early to secure your spot and embark on your woodworking journey!

Organised by

Hut on the Green is a creative hub offering hands-on workshops in woodworking, sewing, basket weaving, and sustainable crafts. Our mission is to foster creativity, teach valuable skills, and promote sustainability through engaging and practical sessions for both children and adults. Join us to learn, create, and connect with others in a supportive, community-focused space.

£150