English Hardwood Trinket Box Workshop

Join us for a hands-on carpentry course where you will assemble and finish a beautifully crafted trinket box.



4 hours Location Woolwich Class size 1 to 12 guests   £90

Join us for a hands-on carpentry workshop in South East London, where you will assemble and finish a beautifully crafted trinket box using premium English hardwood. This engaging 4-hour session is ideal for beginners and also suitable for intermediate woodworkers who want to gain experience in fine woodworking techniques while creating a functional and personalised piece. With all timber precut, your focus will be on assembly, finishing, and customisation using professional woodworking tools.
What you'll learn:
  • Assembling a trinket box using precision-cut English hardwood
  • Proper clamping and gluing techniques for secure joints
  • Using sanders to achieve a smooth, professional finish
  • Inserting and trimming spines with a saw for added strength and detail
  • Personalising your trinket box with a laser engraver for a custom message or image
  • Applying Odie’s Oil in a variety of colours to enhance the wood’s natural beauty
Tools and materials you'll use:
  • Precut English hardwood: Each participant will receive high-quality, precut timber to assemble their trinket box
  • Clamps and glue: Learn how to properly secure joints for a strong and lasting bond
  • Sanding tools: Smooth out edges and surfaces for a refined finish
  • Saw for spine trimming: Learn to trim and refine spines for durability and aesthetics
  • Laser engraver: Personalise your project with a unique message or image
  • Odie's Oil: Choose from a range of colours to enhance and protect your finished piece
Workshop schedule:
Introduction & Assembly
  • Welcome and overview of the carpentry course
  • Introduction to English hardwood and its characteristics
  • Step-by-step guided assembly of the trinket box using clamps and glue-up techniques
Spine Insertion & Refinement
  • Explanation of spine reinforcement for durability and design
  • Hands-on experience inserting spines and trimming them using a saw
  • Ensuring precision and a clean finish
Sanding & Personalisation
  • Using sanders to smooth surfaces and edges
  • Introduction to the laser engraver for customisation
  • Participants will engrave their trinket box with a personal message or design
Finishing & Preservation
  • Choosing from a selection of Odie’s Oil colours to enhance the wood grain
  • Proper application and buffing techniques for a professional finish
  • Final quality check and group showcase
Who should attend?:
  • Beginners interested in fine woodworking and hands-on projects
  • Intermediate woodworkers looking to refine their skills in assembly and finishing
  • DIY enthusiasts wanting to create a functional, decorative trinket box
  • Anyone looking for a creative, hands-on experience in a guided carpentry course
Immerse yourself in this rewarding carpentry course, where you’ll craft, personalise, and finish a timeless trinket box to cherish or gift. Sign up today and experience the joy of woodworking!

Upcoming dates for English Hardwood Trinket Box Workshop

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 16 Oct 2026, 12:19pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

4 upcoming dates between 14 Nov 2026 and 13 Feb 2027.

  • Sat 14 Nov 2026, 10am-2pm
  • Sat 12 Dec 2026, 10am-2pm
  • Sat 9 Jan 2027, 10am-2pm
  • Sat 13 Feb 2027, 10am-2pm
What you'll get
All materials and tools are provided to make a handcrafted trinket box made from high-quality English hardwood
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Knowledge required
Beginners
What to bring
An apron, tools, and materials will be provided, but we do recommend you wear old clothes. - Additionally, feel free to bring a water bottle or any refreshments you prefer.
We will meet in the Atrium just to the left of the vehicle gates upon entering Thames Side Studios. There is free parking on site, within the gated area, just drive up to the gates and you will be let in. Alternatively, Woolwich Dockyard station is about 10-15 minutes away by foot. Greenwich station is also close by with bus routes taking you close to our studio. Please bear in mind that we are situated within the ULEZ. This might incur a charge depending on what type or age of your vehicle you drive.
Location

Harrington Way SE18 5NR

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Recent reviews of English Hardwood Trinket Box Workshop

  • 5/5 from Euan Wilcox, attended Oct 2026: Great class, learnt a lot with lots of hands on help but also room to make mistakes and improve alone. Would recommend to all!
  • 5/5 from Geraldine Mattis, attended Oct 2026: We made a trinket box frim scratch.
  • 5/5 from Sharon Watkins, attended Mar 2026: This workshop provided both a challenge and enjoyment. Richard knows his stuff and encouraged us to question the processes. We made a carefully constructed box which I am proud of. Thank you
  • 5/5 from James Turnbull, attended Dec 2025: This was such an amazing class. Richard is a complete natural as a teacher and guided everyone so well through the project. Also, he really adapted the session to include lots of interesting knowledge for our future learning. I would most definitely recommend any of his courses!
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