Spoon Carving with Woody Weeds
Beginner woodworking
Who knew Sydney’s best guided meditation session also results in learning how to make a wooden spoon!. Join carver Brad van Luyt to learn about the meditative and joyful process of carving spoons and other implements from timber that would otherwise be considered weeds.
This short workshop covers carving and finishing a wooden spoon by hand, as well as the sustainability impacts of a range of materials. This workshop starts you with a pre-prepared green wood blank and consists entirely of carving which can be done seated or standing.
1 x 3 hour session
$165 per person
Open to students 18 and over
Course includes some physical exertion
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Appreciate the value of second-hand timber and green wood
Understanding of different woody weeds that are appropriate for hand carving
Understand the structural properties of timber
Safely and effectively use a variety of carving hand tools
Understand spoon carving terminology and tools
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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.
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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?
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!
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!
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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