Carve an Ornament

Saturday, November 9th: 1pm - 5pm

Students will learn how to carve a simple Santa ornament from a triangle.

• Tips on expressions will be emphasized.
• Brief discussions on tool safety and sharpening will be provided.
• All students should provide their own tools, however limited options will be available for loan and or purchase.
• Tips on painting and finishing will be discussed.
• The student will complete an ornament to a stage ready for painting.

Tools/Materials:

2x2x4 cut diagonally; provided by instructor. Additional blanks can be purchased. Carving glove and thumb protectors encouraged.
Mandatory: sharp medium length carving knife with a good point for details.

Suggested gouges (Note: sizes are optional as most will accomplish multiple tasks on a project this size):

• “Soft Vee” such as a Flexcut FR760 – Used for roughing out and blocking in areas for separation.
• 3 mm # 11 veiner – (1/8” is compatible. Flexcut FR309 or FR409 are options) – Used for more separation and detail.
• 6 mm # 9 gouge – (or similar) – Used for hair flow
• 12 mm # 7 gouge – (or similar) – Used for hair flow
• Small V tool – Used for hair detail
• Optional – Some tools may be provided by the instructor as loaners for students with limited tools.

For more information call 828-687-3940
$50 for class.
Class size 12, Minimum Age 12
Experience Level: Novice – Intermediate

Intro to Burning - Learn the basics of woodburning

Saturday, December 14th from 9:30am - 4:30pm
Instructor: Michele Parsons

This class is designed for students who have never touched a woodburner, as well as students that have experience and wish to improve their skills. Do not worry if you are not an artist! Michele will teach you how to transfer a pattern and burn it.

Basic information about woodburning is covered, including: safety, wood selection and preparation, equipment selection and care, burning techniques with different types of pens, transferring patterns, correcting mistakes, adding color and finishes, and you’ll use the basic pens to practice woodburning techniques. Then you will burn your first pyrography project.

Note to interested woodcarvers/woodworkers: This class will teach you woodburning skills that are best to master on a flat surface before you start woodburning round/carved pieces.

To register for class call Klingspor’s Woodworking Shop (828) 687-3940
For questions about the class contact Michele at: ParsonsWoodArtistry@gmail.com
Class Cost: $130 paid to Klingspor’s Woodworking Shop
(includes materials, handouts, and pattern) 10% Discount to Southeastern Pyrography Assoc (SEPA) members (current or enrolled by class)
Class Size:12
Equipment: Wire-Tip Woodburner and Tips* (Download); Can reserve loaner equipment (no charge)

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