Wood

Greenwood Spoon Carving

  • Schedule Saturday, 10 AM - 4 PM
  • Start Date August 15, 2026
  • Location Sawtooth School for Visual Art
  • Studio Wood Studio - 210-A
  • Level Beginner
  • Suitable for Ages 18 - Adult

Experience the therapeutic and relaxing hand craft of greenwood spoon carving. Beginning with a roughed out blank, you’ll learn to use a traditional sloyd knife and hook knife to create a beautiful spoon suitable for everyday use at your table. Develop your skills in carving with “green” or wet wood and learn to keep your knife sharp and your hands happy. All skill levels welcome and all tools and materials will be provided.

Additional Information:
Registration will close one week prior to the start of class

Instructor

Tad Kepley

After retiring from the Lexington Police Department Kepley picked up his grandfather’s whittling knife and now hand carves wooden spoons using only greenwood. His spoons are all carved from tree to table and are made to use daily. I want… Read more