Greenwood spoon carving

Beginner woodworking

Spoon carving is a meditative practice that provides a break from the busy, screen-focused lives many of us lead. In this spoon carving course in Sydney, you will learn to carve wooden spoons from locally sourced green timber. Our expert tutors will teach you how to correctly use green woodworking tools, including a:

  • Froe and maul to split the initial logs into more manageable pieces

  • Hatchet and hatchet block to do the rough shaping of your spoon

  • Hook knife to carve the bowl of the spoon

  • Sloyd knife for fine shaping.

Enjoy carving a variety of different spoons using an easy to follow step-by-step guide. Students will also gain a more intimate understanding of timber as a material, how to work with it and how to best take advantage of its natural properties to reduce wastage. Join us in this creative and therapeutic spoon carving course and leave with your own beautiful creation!

1 x 7 hour session
$299 per person
Open to students 18 and over
Course includes moderate physical exertion

    • Appreciate the value of second-hand timber and green wood

    • Understand the structural properties of timber

    • Safely and effectively use a variety of carving hand tools

    • Understand spoon carving terminology and tools

  • This workshop is aimed at people with no experience with woodwork. It is open to anyone 18 years and over.

    The course is run using entirely hand tools so you need to be aware that there is an element of physicality involved.

  • By the end of this woodwork spoon carving course, you should have:

    • Completed 1 or 2 hand-carved wooden spoons

    • Learned to use a variety of green woodworking tools

    • Gained an understanding of timber as a material and resource.

    • You are encouraged to bring your own facemask, protective eyewear and ear protection however sanitised Personal Protective Equipment will be available to use. Any borrowed PPE needs to be sanitised after use.

    • You are required to wear closed-toe shoes.

    • Please wear clothing that can get dirty (e.g. sawdust will be present).

    • Long hair needs to be tied back and no loose hanging jewellery should be worn.

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Who We Are

Among The Trees is a small, independent business in Marrickville, Sydney. We rescue reclaimed timber—full of character and history—and make it available for makers, builders, and DIYers. Each piece is carefully salvaged, de-nailed, and milled for a new life.

We’re passionate about teaching. Our woodworking courses are hands-on, beginner-friendly, and run in a relaxed, supportive space. Whether you're new or experienced, we take the time to help you build skills and confidence.

As a certified social enterprise, sustainability is at our core. By choosing reclaimed timber, you’re supporting local makers, reducing waste, and backing a business that cares about people and the planet.

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Why Among The Trees?

Woodwork courses- Over 650 students in 2024

Over 180 tonnes of timber saved from landfill

Sine opening in 2022, each year we've been pleased to rescue more timber from landfill each year. Hardwoods and softwoods, common species and exotics – it's all beautiful and worth saving!

WOOD WORK COURSES- Over 180 tonnes of timber saved from landfill

Over 650 students in 2024

Since 2022 we've had over 1600 students through our doors to learn woodwork or other sustainable craft skills! Many are beginner woodworkers, with most saying they've never done any woodworking in the past but are exited to do more!

woodwork courses- Over 35 artist tenancies

Over 35 artist tenancies

We've had a range of amazing local artists take up some creative space in our upstairs artist studios! While we're usually full, get in touch if you'd like to be on the waitlist.

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