Make a celtic backstool
On this two day course, learn to make a Celtic backstool (three legged chair) with the Somerset Bodgers.
- Booking essential
In this ever popular course, you effectively make a three leg chair in a weekend.
Ash legs are split chopped, shaved and turned on the pole lathe. Back sticks in ash are made with hand rounder planes ready for fitting into the hardwood seat. A pre steam bent comb for the back is provided and drilled to take the sticks. We demonstrate the steaming and bending process but it is not practical to do them all in the time available.
The back stool is put together and glued up and cleaned up ready to be taken away.
Price: £130 (includes admission to Tyntesfield, all materials, use of tools and hot drinks)
Over 16s only.
To book your place, email somersetbodgers@icloud.com.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult and over 16s | £130.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call somersetbodgers@icloud.com
- Meeting point
Head to the Welcome Building to sign in.
- What to bring and wear
Somerset Bodgers workshops take place outdoors, so please wear suitable clothing for the weather on the day.
- Other
When you have decided which course you want to do email somersetbodgers@icloud.com They will get back to you with bank details. You then make a payment and confirm. They will then send you a printable certificate. A reminder is sent out to participants about a week before the event with joining instructions. Timber for all courses is largely sourced from the Tyntesfield Estate and Leigh Woods.
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