benchspace Bite – Make a Hollow Form Ort Bowl – Wednesday Evening

Benchspace Bites are fun, hands-on introductory sessions designed for beginners to explore a craft for the first time.  In just one class, you’ll learn fundamental techniques and create your very own piece — perfect for hobbyists, curious creatives, or anyone considering a future in making.

Sharpen Your Skills
This skill focused 2-hour session is perfect for confident beginners, novices, or seasoned turners looking to sharpen their fine-detail skills.  Guided by tutor Jerry, you’ll learn the fundamentals of turning hollow forms on the lathe while creating your own handcrafted ort bowl – a small semi-enclosed decorative bowl traditionally used to hold scraps or small items.  It’s a great way to build core techniques, boost your confidence, and leave with a finished piece that’s both functional and beautifully made.

Our woodturning Bites classes are a small-group format, limited to just 4 participants, to ensure plenty of personalised support from your tutor.

Who can Join:  This is a Confident Beginner-Level class, suitable for Adults 18+.  Good hand-eye coordination and the ability to follow safety instructions are essential.

What’s Included:

• • All materials and workshop tools
  • Step-by-step instruction on safe equipment use
  • Individual support and feedback
  • Your completed piece to take home

What you’ll Learn:

• • Good health and safety practices
  • Woodturning skills and techniques
  • Woodturning tools and their uses
  • Hands-on experience with the lathe

Where to Go:  This class is held in our BS2.0 workshop located at Eircode T12 A21E.

Please read our terms and conditions here before booking.  Any questions? Email hello@benchspacecork.ie

Curious about What’s Next?  If you’re ready to take your woodturning further, our Adventures in Woodturning course could be your next step.  Not quite ready for a full course?  Try another of our popular single-session Bites classes – with plenty to explore in woodturning, jewellery, woodwork, and more.  Visit our website for our full schedule, or subscribe to our newsletter to stay updated on new releases.

What to Wear:  Avoid wearing loose clothing and jewellery and don’t forget to tie back long hair.  Closed toe shoes are required on all of our workshop floors.  If you need glasses for close up work, don’t forget to bring them.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):  PPE will be provided for all courses that require it.  It must be worn as directed.  All specialist equipment and materials will be provided.

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