Carving Workshops

Connecting with materials, thinking with your hands

I don’t just teach the traditional skills of carving; I teach you how to think like a carver. Through hands-on wood carving workshops, I encourage you to slow down, get curious and discover the joy of making something uniquely your own.

I carefully choose beautiful settings, immersed in nature, where you can step away from everyday distractions, connect with your surroundings and find space to be creative.

And there's cake too. Always.

Individual guidance in a small group setting

I keep my workshops small so everyone gets the time, attention and encouragement they need to find their feet with woodcarving.

I’ll guide you through each step, demonstrate techniques up close and offer individual advice as you work. In fact, I walk around the circle so much during a workshop that my step count is 4km!

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach. Everyone works at their own pace, asks different questions and makes something entirely their own. My aim is for you to feel comfortable, build confidence and surprise yourself with what you can do.

Upcoming Workshops

Carve a Christmas Robin - 3 hour Workshop by the Sea

Old Net Loft

Saturday 12th December, 10am - 1pm

Carve a Love Spoon - 4 hour Workshop by the Sea

Old Net Loft

Saturday 13th February, 10am - 2pm

Carve a Botanical Spoon - 4 hour Workshop by the Sea

Old Net Loft

Saturday 6th March, 10am - 2pm

Woodland Spoon Carving by the Fire - 4 hour Workshop in Stanmer Park

Gathering Glade, Stanmer Park, Brighton

Saturday 24th April, 1pm - 5pm

Woodland Spoon Carving by the Fire - 4 hour Workshop in Stanmer Park

Gathering Glade, Stanmer Park, Brighton

Saturday 22nd May, 1pm - 5pm

“I’d recommend this to anyone, whether you think of yourself as creative or not.”

“Wonderful experience whittling spoons in the woods. I'd never carved before, but with Madi's excellent guidance I managed to make something I'm really proud of! The woodland setting, campfire and homemade treats made for a unique and memorable day. Got the carving bug - will be going again!”

“At first I thought 4 hours would be a long time but it flew by .”

“I had such a brilliant time spoon carving. Madi is incredibly kind and patient teaching all the steps to whittle your own spoon… Would recommend to anybody!”

“Time moved at a different pace and I felt very peaceful and accomplished when we finished.”

“Great spoons, great vibes”