Wooden Spoon Carving

Hudson River Maritime Museum

4.8 32 reviews

Discover the traditional craft of green wood carving using locally sourced timber and hand tools. Learn how to select suitable wood, split carving blanks, understand grain structure, and safely use carving axes and knives to shape a functional spoon. This beginner-friendly experience offers a hands-on introduction to woodworking, traditional techniques, and the natural character of different wood species.

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86 Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY
12 hours over 2 sessions

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Sat. Feb 6th, 10am–4pm ET

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The location was beautiful and the instructor was amazing. All around great class.

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Description

Come learn the incredibly satisfying craft of green wood spoon carving. Starting with locally sourced logs, we will evaluate what makes good ‘spoon wood,’ where it comes from, and how to split a blank from a larger piece. Spoon carving is a great way to learn about wood technology—the structure of wood, how it wants to be cut, and the characteristics of different species many of which cannot be found in commercial lumber yards.

We will use traditional edge tools, primarily carving axes and knives, to shape wood into the familiar form of a spoon. Essentially a bowl with a handle, the spoon is a three dimensional ride around shifting inside and outside curves. We will learn a variety of knife grips that will get us around the spoon safely and effectively. Spoon carving is a pared down way to work with wood. No power tools or loud noises, just the sound of chips and shavings falling to the floor. No experience necessary.

Refund Policy

Full refunds less a 5% processing fee will be offered for cancellations that occur 32 days or more before a program's registration deadline (if no deadline, the first day of the program).
Cancellations between 31 and 9 days will be offered a 50% refund or credit toward another class.
Cancellations after the registration deadline or within 8 days of the first day of class (whichever comes first) will not be refunded.
In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at Hudson River Maritime Museum (32)

(4.8-star rating across 32 reviews)

This class: 5.0 out of 5 from 7 reviews

Wooden Spoon Carving

Nancy B. • July 16, 2025
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Victoria G. • July 14, 2025
Wooden Spoon Carving

Jennifer R. • January 14, 2024
Wooden Spoon Carving

Anonymous • January 14, 2024

The first session was so much fun! Due to poor weather, the second session has been rescheduled. The rescheduling process was painless - we were all emailed and given a few possible reschedule dates. I really enjoy the pace of the class day, the size of the group, and the instruction from Kate was so warm, welcoming, and informative.
Wooden Spoon Carving

Anne H. • June 26, 2021

The location was beautiful and the instructor was amazing. All around great class.
Wooden Spoon Carving

david r. • June 21, 2021

Great class in a relaxed atmosphere led by wonderful instructor who guided us through carving techniques. Weather was perfect so class was held outside by the river an added bonus.
Wooden Spoon Carving

Judith I. • June 20, 2021

Fantastic teacher, environment, pacing, day.

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The Hudson River Maritime Museum, located on the historic Rondout waterfront, is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the maritime heritage of the Hudson River and its tributaries and teaching residents about these facets. With a collection of historical artifacts, educational programs, and annual exhibits, the museum offers a unique glimpse into the region's rich maritime history.

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