Shrink pots originate from Scandinavia and are primarily used in the kitchen for dry goods or utensils but can have many purposes. Carved from locally sourced windblown wood. It’s a great introduction to greenwood work.
Using traditional hand tools and a drill, we will hollow out a greenwood log and then fit a seasoned wood base inside it. This will create a pot/container as the greenwood dries out the base will become secure.
We will cover drying techniques for when your shrink pot is drying at home as wood is an unpredictable material.
Finally, we will cover finishing and refining your shrink pot further when it’s finished drying and how to choose the right wood to make more.
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These workshops are for anyone who identifies as a woman & any other marginalised gender (all trans+ folk and non-binary inclusive!). By booking you will be asked to agree to our guidelines including respecting and using pronouns, and general values of inclusivity.
Hot drinks and biscuits provided, please bring your own lunch.
Low income tickets limited - please only select if you are financially struggling (as some folks who are low income are not in financial difficulties, for example retired with comfortable pension)
PUBLIC TRANSPORT:
Unfortunately public transport access to the countryside is pretty difficult, despite the workshop being very close to many towns and the city. We may be able to offer pickups from our nearest bus stop 'Bramber' or Steyning, or even a lift share from brighton/shoreham. You must get in touch with us about this ASAP so we can organise in time. A bus also goes directly from Rottingdean along the coast all the way to Bramber our nearest bus stop, where we can try organise a pick up for you!
U-18:
Currently, these sessions are for participants age 18 or over but we welcome minors 15 - 17 when accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Please bring your own packed lunch and any snacks you might need. Hot drinks and biscuits provided (we only have oat milk here!)
Please try not to be late :) Arrive at the workshop for 9.30am ready for your day.
Bring warm clothing and waterproofs if necessary
There is no secure bag storage so please don't bring anything you aren't happy having unlocked.
Do NOT follow the post code alone, follow 'In Our Hands workshop' on google maps.
| Cost | ||
|---|---|---|
Standard income |
£75.00 | |
Low income |
£55.00 | |
Pay-It-Forward or Higher Income |
£95.00 |
In Our Hands Workshop
Stable Yard, Manor Farm, Buncton Steyning Road
Steyning
BN44 3DD
DO NOT follow post code as it covers a wide area
DO use google maps or the direct address as it's very accurate
Our workshop is down a track off of Steyning Rd, you will see a big barn on your right as you pull in, park infront of the barn and follow the sign into our workshop.
