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Woodworking skills for women

10:00 - 16:00
Tutor: Danielle Richardson
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   This course:

  • Supports people's wellbeing​​
  • Uses natural materials​
  • Empowers women


​ABOUT THE COURSE

This course is intended to give women the core knowledge and confidence to safely use simple hand tools and timber to create your own projects at home. Your friendly tutor, Danielle, will help your build a chosen item to take home at the end of the day.  Select from a variety of projects including a tool caddy, platter, planter or bird box. You will be working in a small class of six women so there will be plenty of support from your tutor.

During the day,  you will learn about other tools that you may find at home, opening up the world of DIY in a welcoming, supportive environment where no question is a silly question.

​You will learn how to:
  • Correctly use measuring and marking equipment
  • Safely cut timber with a hand saw and where appropriate, a power saw
  • Use screws, nails and drill bits correctly for a given application
  • Use abrasives/sandpaper and select the appropriate grit for the finish
  • Apply a selection of finishing products (oils, paints and waxes) and know when to use them

THE COURSE WILL GIVE YOU 

​The aim of the day is not to leave with a perfect faultless product, but to have built up your confidence, skill sets and knowledge at your own pace.
You will leave with:
  • Your project, either finished or with the knowledge of how to finish it
  • A handout of the course contents as a reminder of what was learnt
  • More confidence and skills to use everyday household tools
  • The knowledge of basic construction and woodwork principles
  • The general sense of wellbeing and self-empowerment that comes with a day of woodwork!

THE COURSE IS SUITABLE FOR

This course is for women and those identifying as women.
It is suitable for beginners and those wishing to improve their woodworking skills.

WHAT TO BRING/WEAR

  • Closed toe footwear (trainers or boots are ideal).
  • Clothes you don't mind getting dirty or dusty suitable for being outdoors all day. This course will take place in our Woodland Classroom.
  • Snacks and packed lunch or lunch is available from the Beech Cafe
  • A water bottle

ABOUT THE TUTOR

I am trained in traditional wooden boat building and have worked in a number of boatyards over the years. I then took a position as workshop manager at a Wood Recycling Project reusing timber, saving it from landfill and making beautiful products. The project gave volunteers, many of whom were struggling to get back into work, skills to take forwards with them in future careers.  I found during my time with the project that women were often the least confident but most able to produce quality, well thought-out items.

Check Out Accommodation 

You can get 10% discount when you stay with us during your course for 2 nights or more in our campsite or eco lodge. Please call us on 01730 823166 to make your accommodation booking. Our reception is open Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm.
HEALTH AND SAFETY DISCLAIMER
When visiting our site please take appropriate care, some areas have uneven surfaces with trip hazards associated with the great outdoors - conditions can be slippery in wet weather. Please ensure that you dress for the outdoors and bring footwear suitable for all types of weather. The Sustainability Centre will not accept responsibility for any injuries sustained by visitors.  
​EARTHWORKS TRUST  ​
The Sustainability Centre is owned and operated by ​The Earthworks Trust (Charity No. 1079866).
EARTHWORKS FOUNDATION
Our trading company is Earthworks Foundation.
​All profits go to support our charity The Earthworks Trust.




​Charity Number ​

​​1079866
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