3 DIY Projects to Try at Beginner Woodworking Courses in London

3 DIY Projects to Try at Beginner Woodworking Courses in London


By Betty Gardiner

Step into the world of carpentry with beginner-friendly woodworking classes in London! Whether you’re a dab hand with the toolbox, or you’re starting as a complete beginner, unwind in safe and creative spaces in the city with friendly woodworkers at your side to help!

A hand putting a project together using woodworking tools.

You’ll cover the ins and outs of the trade, as well as discover some fun DIY wood projects to put your mind and hands to. Plus, woodworking classes are great for hosting group activities. Whether you’re looking for team building activities, stag party ideas or unique London date ideas, get out of your comfort zone and discover a new creative hobby with your friends, family or colleagues!

A person is sanding down a piece of wood for a woodworking project.

So, what are you waiting for? Read on to discover three DIY projects you can try at London woodworking classes.

Craft your own DIY planter box

A woman uses a mechanical tool in a woodworking class.

If you love your garden or vegetable patch, those green friends of yours can’t go just anywhere. Get hands-on with your backyard oasis and make special wooden planters to spruce up the place! This woodworking workshop in West Byfleet will guide you through the whole process using different woodworking tools to help you build a planter from scratch.

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The best part is that the basic carpentry skills you pick up at London workshops like these can be easily applied to other beginner woodworking projects you might want to try in the future. This means you’ll walk away with the confidence you need to continue this practical hobby at home!

A man is carving some wood art using a chisel in a woodworking workshop

Woodworking classes in London make great experience gifts for mums and dads with a passion for DIY or pals on the hunt for a new hobby. Think outside the box for birthday and Christmas gifts and give them something new this year with a woodworking experience day!

Learn how to carve a spoon

A person is wood carving an object out of a big block of wood.

Ever wanted to make your own spoon to cook delicious meals with? Then this is the woodworking class for you. Guided by Roli in South-East London, you will learn how to carve your very own wooden utensil from scratch. If your drawers are full of spoons already, why not try making a spatula and butter spreader at this wood carving workshop at Stepney City farm with the Green Wood Guild? 

A person measures a piece of wood to use in a DIY craft project.

In both classes, you’ll get to try out the fun and relaxing skill of wood carving with step-by-step guidance from your passionate, local teacher. Once it’s shaped and oiled, you’ll leave this craft class with your very own hand-carved spoon or spatula to use in the kitchen. Or if you’re looking for gifts for couples who love to cook or housewarming presents, this makes for one unique gift!

Take DIY home decor to new heights with personalised furniture

A man hand sands a wooden joint in a woodworking course.

Looking for new ideas to decorate your space? This woodworking course with London Sculpture Workshop is just what you need. Over two days, you’ll be able to craft a striking table, a chair or any other basic furniture item you want! 

With just a few new techniques, an open mind, and support from your experienced teacher, you can walk away from these London woodworking workshops with something meaningful to decorate your home!

A person uses an electric drill when making a wood project.




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