Discover the art of spoon-making in our two-day Spoon Carving Workshop. This course is suitable for both novice and experienced woodworkers interested in traditional spoon carving techniques. Participants will acquire skills to shape wood with various hand tools and create elegant, functional spoons from found wood.

You’ll learn how to:

• Safely shape wood utilizing hand tools.
• Design and carve aesthetically pleasing and ergonomic spoons.
• Comprehend grain direction and maintain tool sharpness.

Note: This class has a minimum age of 15. 

The Instructor

About Dan Katz

Woodworking is my muse—a canvas of endless possibilities. The grain’s texture, the earthy scent, the myriad shapes—it all amazes me. My journey began with grade school projects and blossomed at Bucks Rock as a camper and counselor. From theater sets to boat building, I’ve embraced woodturning as my core hobby. Now, as a marketer turned woodworking teacher, I’m thrilled to share the joy of “making” with others. Let’s shape creativity together!

Materials & Tools

This utilizes wood from local trees. A variety of chisels and gauges are provided.

Our Focus on Safety

• Respect the shop rules and safety guidelines before using any tools or equipment.
• N95 masks, safety glasses, and gloves are provided.
• Wear something you don’t mind getting dirty. The glues, paints, and stains we use can permanently stain clothes.

Maximum Class Size

The maximum class size to allow for highly personalized instruction and attention is four (4) people. Let me know if you would like a larger size and we can certainly bring along an assistant to help out.

Discover the art of spoon-making in our two-day Spoon Carving Workshop. This course is suitable for both novice and experienced woodworkers interested in traditional spoon carving techniques. Participants will acquire skills to shape wood with various hand tools and create elegant, functional spoons from found wood.

You’ll learn how to:

• Safely shape wood utilizing hand tools.
• Design and carve aesthetically pleasing and ergonomic spoons.
• Comprehend grain direction and maintain tool sharpness.

Note: This class has a minimum age of 15. 

The Instructor

About Dan Katz

Woodworking is my muse—a canvas of endless possibilities. The grain’s texture, the earthy scent, the myriad shapes—it all amazes me. My journey began with grade school projects and blossomed at Bucks Rock as a camper and counselor. From theater sets to boat building, I’ve embraced woodturning as my core hobby. Now, as a marketer turned woodworking teacher, I’m thrilled to share the joy of “making” with others. Let’s shape creativity together!

Materials & Tools

This utilizes wood from local trees. A variety of chisels and gauges are provided.

Our Focus on Safety

• Respect the shop rules and safety guidelines before using any tools or equipment.
• N95 masks, safety glasses, and gloves are provided.
• Wear something you don’t mind getting dirty. The glues, paints, and stains we use can permanently stain clothes.

Maximum Class Size

The maximum class size to allow for highly personalized instruction and attention is four (4) people. Let me know if you would like a larger size and we can certainly bring along an assistant to help out.