STOCKHOLM 21-22 February or 28 Feb-1 March

This two day class is a great beginners class because it’s almost like a spoon and bowl coarse all in one. The more advanced carvers will find a whole new toolbox of techniques and carving concepts.

Alex will teach you to become confident with your axe carving. He is showing technique to slice smooth curved lines as well as power chopping through thick end grain, and to develop an eye for forms with your axe. You’ll learn hollowing methods with different gouges and hooks, and finishing techniques that utilize various knife grips. You will learn about wood grain and orientation, and last but not least - Alex will share his methods of drying.

Kuksas can be an obstacle for a lot of people but Alex’s unique approach and technique will help demystify the process.

Alex is a slöjdare based in Minnesota, well known for his beautiful kuksas/kåsor. He is a very appreciated teacher and has long experience of teaching in the US and internationally. He is also involved in running Milan Spoon Gathering, the world’s oldest spoon carving festival.

Tools to bring if you have:

• Hollowing tools - A spoon/hook knife and/or a gouge.

• Compass

• Small pruning saw

• (An adze)

* If you don’t have any or some of this tools, please let us know and we will do our best to provide it.

The course takes place on a Saturday and Sunday 09:00-17:00 in Kalthoff Axes workshop at Bastugatan 43 in Stockholm.

For those of you who want to bring a lunch box or similar, refrigerator and microwave is available. There are also several places nearby to buy food as well. Coffee and tea are offered during the whole weekend.

About a week before the course you will receive a welcome email with more practical information.

Max 10 participants.

Cancellation 2-14 days before the course is 50% refunded. Cancellation 48 hours before the course is non-refundable.