Make a Matching Pair of Wooden Candlesticks – Spindle Turning Course
Description
This practical, hands-on course is ideal for woodturners with some experience who want to refine their spindle turning skills through a focused and rewarding project. Over the course of a single day, you’ll learn how to make a matching pair of wooden candlesticks on a lathe — a classic spindle project that will sharpen your ability to replicate forms, control your tools more precisely, and create elegant results. We’ll guide you step by step through: - Preparing your wood blanks for consistent shaping. - Creating your own story stick. - Using calipers and reference points to ensure symmetry. - Turning smooth, clean profiles using gouges and skew chisels. - Sanding and finishing your candlesticks for a polished, professional look. By the end of the day, you'll have created a beautiful, functional pair of candlesticks and gained valuable techniques you can apply to many other spindle projects. This course is great preparation for making sets of table legs, lamps, balusters, or other turned items where matching shapes is essential.
What's included in the price?
- One-day tuition in a fully equipped workshop. - A welcoming environment to learn and create. - All tools, materials, and safety gear. - Friendly, expert guidance and hands-on help throughout the day. - A light lunch of freshly prepared sandwiches from the local bakery is included. As is water and hot drinks. - A pair of turned candlesticks to take home. Please advise of any dietary requirements or allergies via the 'message the tutor' button. You’re very welcome to bring your own lunch if you prefer.
Duration
1 day
Cancellation policy
Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts
Maker
At Love Heartwood Turning School, we invite you to embark on an inspiring journey into the world of woodcraft, where creativity meets sustainability. Liz Pearson, an accredited woodturning tutor, with over a decade of experience in woodturning and a rich background in education, is dedicated to providing expertly crafted lessons in a safe and welcoming environment. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, our hands-on courses are designed to nurture your passion while ensuring you have fun along the way. As a proud winner of the Rural Business Awards for Sustainability and Artisan Categories, our commitment to eco-friendly practices shines through in everything we do, including planting a tree for every course attendee. We believe in working with locally sourced and reclaimed timber and using natural colours and finishes to enhance it's beauty.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Public transport
- Intermediate level
- Parking provided
- Christmas
- Father's Day
FAQs
The minimum age for woodturning is typically around 12 years old, as long as the young enthusiast is supervised by an adult. It's a fantastic way to spark creativity and learn new skills! With proper guidance, safety measures, and a passion for crafting, youngsters can enjoy this rewarding craft while creating beautiful pieces. However, I do run special 'Kids and Carers 2 Hour Woodturning Taster Session in Berkshire' through the year where children aged 9+ can attend so please book one of these sessions if you're child is between 9 and 12 years old.
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Please contact us as soon as possible if you can't make your course date so we can reschedule. Be aware that our cancellation policy states you must cancel 2 weeks before the course start date to obtain a full refund
Courses are taught to up to 4 students at a time. All students will be given their own lathe, set of tools, protective equipment and materials needed for the course.
Turning generates a lot of wood shavings and sawdust so please wear old clothes and sturdy footwear i.e. no flip flops or sandals.
No hooded tops with dangly drawstrings or ties please. Also remove bulky watches, rings with stones, bangles and bracelets. Please tie back long hair.
You will be provided with a woodturner's smock for your session.
