Black Paw upcycle project

Contact name: Scott McMillan

258
Total bookings

Rating

(102)

over 8 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

Scott has been upcycling furniture for many years, but it was only after family and friends asked how they could make the inventive pieces in his home that Scott first started sharing his skills. Over 7 years later Scott continues to host a number of Black Paw upcycling experiences in his workshop, helping people to create their own pieces of upcycled furniture and learn the skills needed to upcycle at home.

Courses, kits & gifts

platinum award

Shepton Mallet

Build your own bird box or bug house from recycled materials for beginners

1 day

Next date: 28th Sep 2025

(2)

£125.00

platinum award

Shepton Mallet

Build your own fire pit / barbecue from recycled materials. A one day course in metal work skills for beginners.

1 day

Next date: 20th Jul 2025

(6)

£155.00

platinum award

Shepton Mallet

Key skills for converting vans into campervans 1 day course

1 day

Next date: 5th Jul 2025

(4)

£155.00

platinum award

Shepton Mallet

Key skills for converting vans into campervans 2 day course

2 days

Next date: 5th Jul 2025

(21)

£285.00

platinum award

Shepton Mallet

Resin crafting for beginners

1 day

Next date: 21st Jun 2025

(26)

£145.00

platinum award

Shepton Mallet

Shabby chic skills for beginners

1 day

Next date: 28th Sep 2025

(5)

£135.00

platinum award

Shepton Mallet

Training course in upcycling with pallets for beginners in Somerset: two days

2 days

Next date: 27th Sep 2025

(8)

£225.00

platinum award

Shepton Mallet

Training course in upcycling with pallets. An introduction to making furniture with pallets for beginners

1 day

Next date: 27th Sep 2025

(30)

£135.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

12 Jun 25'

Alice reviewed: Training course in upcycling with pallets. An introduction to making furniture with pallets for beginners

"I booked the experience for a friends birthday and it was a great day, really relaxed and informative. Scott is an excellent tutor and we learnt a lot of useful tips about pallets and tools."

11 Jun 25'

Heather Coombes reviewed: Training course in upcycling with pallets. An introduction to making furniture with pallets for beginners

"I had a really lovely day with a couple of others in Scott's workshop. It was fun and friendly and Scott is very knowledgeable, skilled and great at sharing his knowledge with others. I made a small set of shelves which I'm very proud of and learnt a lot about the use of tools, including how to use them safely. I'd love to go back and learn more. "

Black Paw upcycle project responded:

"hi Heather Thanks for such a lovely review. I'm so glad you enjoyed the day "

19 May 25'

Lydia Nicholson reviewed: Resin crafting for beginners

"Fantastic day making things with resin including a garden ornament. Scott was really knowledgeable. It was a lovely atmostphere, a productive day and lovely biscuits made by his wife too. Really, really good."

Black Paw upcycle project responded:

"Hi Lydia thanks for a lovely review. I'm so happy you enjoyed the day Scott "

27 Apr 25'

Viv reviewed: Resin crafting for beginners

"Had a really great day on the resin course thank you. Very informative, with clear instructions and lots of opportunity to try things out. The delicious cake was a bonus… thank you! "

Black Paw upcycle project responded:

"Hi Viv I'm really glad you enjoyed the day keep on crafting Scott "