Greenwood Spoon Carving – Saturday, January 31, 2026

Jan 31, 2026 10:00AM—4:00PM

Location

Marine Mills Folk School, 550 PINE ST, MARINE ON SAINT CROIX, MN 55047

Cost $130.00

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Registration for this class opens to MMFS members on October 28th, and then to the general public on October 30th.

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In this hands-on class, students will learn to carve two simple, functional spoons from pre-axed spoon blanks (already roughed out). The class will begin with tool safety before moving into an introduction to wood selection—covering type, size, and grain orientation. From there, students will learn the systematic removal of material, how to achieve smooth and even surfaces, and how to use different knife grips and cuts to create consistent shavings.

As the class progresses, Stephen will diagram wood grain orientation and demonstrate how spoons are shaped from the log, emphasizing how to follow the natural grain pattern. Each participant will leave with two hand-carved spoons they can use, gift, or continue refining at home.

Your instructor will provide the following:

  • Spoon blanks from birch (two types)
  • Sloyd knives (straight, general craft knife)
  • Hook knives
  • Students will have option to purchase tools used at the end of class (Focuser Carving brand).

Students are asked to bring:

  • If they choose to wear a cut resistant glove, they would have to bring their own. I teach to safely carve without gloves.
  • Since your class runs over the lunch hour, we recommend you bring a lunch or click HERE to learn about local eating opportunities.

Skill Level 

No experience required.

Age Requirement
Students ages 16 and older are welcome to attend this class. Ages 16-17 can register with parent permission (by email to info@marinemillsfolkschool.org).

Location Details
Marine Mills Folk School
550 Pine St., Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047

Cost Details

Tuition: $120

Materials Fee: $10

Total Cost: $130

NOTE: Be aware we may cancel class if a minimum number of registrations is not reached. We work to balance teachers’ need to plan for a class with students’ busy schedules — not an easy task. Please register as early as possible!

If interested, you can find our cancellation policy HERE.