Name: Letter Carving in Wood for Beginners
Price: 195 GBP
Availability: InStock

Langport

Festive Felting - make a Father Christmas or a reindeer in two-hours at the Furzie Workshop. Your Father Christmas will be wired for action and able to hold on to either a Christmas tree, festive decoration or wine bottle. 
£20 includes all materials, a warming Christmas cordial and mince pie.
Adults only 16+
Private groups and other dates also available.

Furzie

Wool Sculpture

Needle Felting

Needle felt a Father Christmas or a reindeer in two-hour workshops

Christmas Felting Party - 2 hrs

General Admission

Short three-hour workshops making something small, choose from morning or afternoon. &nbsp;The course cost includes all materials and refreshments.Held in the Furzie Workshop - set in the beautiful Somerset countryside on Bowdens Farm, near Langport.&nbsp;Wool Sculpture courses, both scheduled dates and private bookings available. &nbsp;The workshop is in a converted farm building with its own kitchen and bathroom facilities and the Brown and Forrest Smokery and Cafe on site - where you could enjoy lunch before or after your course (not included).There is plenty of parking on site - please ask if you require special access parking.Other art and craft courses will also be offered - also other dates and private parties - please ask!

Short three-hour workshops making something small and Christmassy, choose from morning or afternoon. The course cost includes all materials and refreshments.
Held in the Furzie Workshop - set in the beautiful Somerset countryside on Bowdens Farm, near Langport. 
Wool Sculpture courses, both scheduled dates and private bookings available. The workshop is in a converted farm building with its own kitchen and bathroom facilities and the Brown and Forrest Smokery and Cafe on site - where you could enjoy lunch before or after your course (not included).
There is plenty of parking on site - please ask if you require special access parking.
Due to the use of sharp needles, no unaccompanied children and not suitable for chidren under the age of 14.
Other art and craft courses will also be offered - also other dates and private parties - please ask!

Short three-hour workshops making Christmas themed needlefelts

Half-Day Christmas Needlefelt - Somerset

The Furzie Workshop - in the beautiful Somerset countryside on Bowdens Farm, near Langport. &nbsp;Wool Sculpture courses, both scheduled dates and private bookings. &nbsp;The workshop is in a converted farm building with its own kitchen and bathroom facilities and the Brown and Forrest Smokery and Cafe on site, together with plenty of parking.Other art and craft courses will also be offered.

The Furzie Workshop - in the beautiful Somerset countryside on Bowdens Farm, near Langport. 
Wool Sculpture courses, both scheduled dates and private bookings. The workshop is in a converted farm building with its own kitchen and bathroom facilities and the Brown and Forrest Smokery and Cafe on site, together with plenty of parking.
The day courses are for adults 16 and over.
Other art and craft courses will also be offered.

Wool sculpture courses in the Furzie Workshop in Somerset.  Scheduled dates, private bookings and one-to-one tuition in needlefelting and other arts and crafts.

Furzie's Workshop - Somerset

Short three-hour workshops making something small, choose from morning or afternoon. The course cost includes all materials and refreshments.
Held in the Furzie Workshop - set in the beautiful Somerset countryside on Bowdens Farm, near Langport. 
Wool Sculpture courses, both scheduled dates and private bookings available. The workshop is in a converted farm building with its own kitchen and bathroom facilities and the Brown and Forrest Smokery and Cafe on site - where you could enjoy lunch before or after your course (not included).
There is plenty of parking on site - please ask if you require special access parking.
Due to the use of sharp needles, no unaccompanied children and not suitable for chidren under the age of 14.
Other art and craft courses will also be offered - also other dates and private parties - please ask!

Short three-hour workshops making needlefelted Furzies

Furzie Half-Day Needlefelt - Somerset

Enjoy a day learning how to wet-felt wool to make a useful pouch, inserting a flex frame closure - but with no sewing involved. &nbsp;You can choose whether to make your pouch as a glasses or phone case, or coin purse. &nbsp;

Enjoy a day learning how to wet-felt wool to make a useful pouch, inserting a flex frame closure - but with no sewing involved. You can choose whether to make your pouch as a glasses or phone case, or coin purse. 

Felting

Wet-felt wool to make a useful pouch with a flex frame closure

Wet-felted Pouch

A masterclass over three days, concentrating on techniques rather than projects. Covering topics such as using armatures, fine details and attaching long fibres. Ideally this is for those with some experience of needlefelting, but if you are unsure please give me a ring.
Course cost includes all materials, lunch and refreshments.
Maximum of six attendees.

Arts & Crafts

A three-day needle felt masterclass working on techniques with Furzie.

Three-day Wool Sculpture Masterclass

PORTRAITS, PET PORTRAITS AND COMMISSIONS

Portrait of the Author, Stephen Wyllie

Portrait of the Artist Francesca Wyllie

Portrait of the Musician, Ollie Smith

Lottie and Sukie at the Folies Bergere

Lois the spotty pirate

Buffy as Queen Elizabeth 1st

Lois upside down – Digital Drawing Sketch

Dog Portrait digital sketch of Lois the naughty but nice dalmatian

Drawing of a Horse
Commission an original, traditional and quirky Portrait in oils, acrylics or digital sketches
Are you are looking for something a little different from the usual portraits, or pet portraits?
You’ve come to the right place!
You can commission a slightly quirky portrait painted in oils and acrylics as well as sketches that will capture the special qualities of the sitter or of your pet.
The Wyllie Fox can magically transform your photographs and find a suitable painting method, in the style of old masters such as Rembrandt, Goya, Impressionist Artists, Manet, Van Gogh ….
Using traditional techniques in oils or acrylic paint the Wyllie Fox will portray the personality of your human pet. You will have an original pet portrait of your best friend to take pride of place in your home.
If you would prefer a person or pet portrait sketch, do view the examples above. These sketches are hand drawn using an IPad and pencil with Digital Drawing software. They will be printed using Bockingford paper and will include a cream coloured mount. You can order a sketch of your pet from as little as £75.
Do you need the painting to fit in with your interior style or colour scheme? Just let us know and send in a photo of the intended wall space when you receive the commissioning form.
Gift certificates can also be purchased and can be requested by filling in the form below. These make great presents for commissioning a portrait of a family member, a portrait of your partner, your children, grandchildren friends or even colleagues for a special occasion.
Read more to discover how you can commission your portrait and to find out more about prices and delivery times.
Commissioning a Pet or Human Portrait in Oils or Acrylics FAQ’s
What do you need from me?
Initially, just fill in the form below to discuss your requirements. You will then receive a commissioning request form by email.
You can then send your Human / Pet’s Photographs and tell us more about your about their personality, history and anything you feel is relevant to the painting, such as size, paint medium or painting surface.
Commissioning a portrait is a two way process. It would be helpful if you can describe some of the things he or she likes to do, wear or favourite objects or environment. One or two photographs will be required. The backgrounds aren’t as important as seeing the person or pet clearly and in detail. A photo looking straight at the camera will usually work best. Your photographs and the description you give will inspire the Wyllie Fox. She will then get to work on how best to portray their.
Will I be kept updated with the progress?
Yes. You will receive an initial rough sketch sent by email which will also show the setting and background. You may also be shown reference photographs to illustrate the style of painting. If you’re happy to proceed you will be asked to confirm this before the portrait painting is started.
You will receive regular updates on the painting’s progression and you will have opportunities to provide feedback.
Portrait Estimates:
Oil or Acrylic on Canvas:
An A3 sized painting on canvas with one person / pet – £495
An A2 sized painting on a custom made panel or on canvas – £645
Portrait Sketches
A mounted A4 sized print of a digital drawing – starting from £75.
Should you require a framed print, you can request a quote for this when you send back a commissioning form.
Other sizes are available and can be requested.
These estimates are for one pet or one person. Actual quotes will be given for your commission depending on the complexity and size.
Payment schedule
For oil or acrylic paintings an initial payment of £30 will be required to cover the initial rough sketch for the final painting and also for research time. This initial payment will be refunded from the final fee should you agree to go ahead with the commission. The fee will be discussed with you (see estimates above), and will be based on the complexity and size of the artwork.
On agreeing the rough sketch, proposal and fees, a 50% deposit of the total amount (including delivery charges) is required before the portrait is started.
On completion, the remaining balance will be due. Your painting will be delivered when the final payment is received.
Will I own the Copyright of the portrait?
No. The Artist Francesca Wyllie (also known as The Wyllie Fox) reserves all rights. You should not reproduce the original painting as this will breach the Artists’ copyright. If you wish to purchase the copyright this must me discussed and will incur an additional fee.
Mainland Postage to UK:
Oil or acrylic Paintings – £15 signed for (insured) courier.
Mounted Sketches – £8.99 signed first class post.
Posting quotes will be given for areas outside of Mainland UK
How long will my portrait take?
Your painting will normally take between 1 – 3 weeks to complete. However, the deadline will be agreed with you before the commission is started.
Please also bear in mind that an original portrait which has been painted in oils can take a while to dry so should be handled carefully and will normally be sent one week after completion.
If you would prefer a painting in acrylics please specify this as this can be posted almost immediately.
Contact the Wyllie Fox
You can discuss your requirements or find out more by filling in the Form below.
Your details are safe and you are not signing up to a newsletter or unrelated emails. You will receive the commissioning request form within 24 hrs. Please note this is not instant or automated.
Please leave your telephone number in the comments space if you would prefer a call back….
OR Call Francesca Wyllie on +44 7810008909
Please send me a Commissioning Request Form.

Wyllie Fox Tuition

Drawing

Painting

Oil Painting

Sketching

Painting Skills & Techniques

Sculpture

Perspective Drawing

Life Drawing & Portraiture

Digital Drawing

Watercolour Painting

Acrylic Painting

Commission an original, traditional and quirky Portrait in oils, acrylics or digital sketches

PORTRAITS, PET PORTRAITS AND COMMISSIONS

A4 sized sketch of a pet

A3 sized painting on canvas

A2 sized painting on panel or canvas

A4 sized print of a digital drawing

Bodden

Come and learn how to carve letters in wood. On the course you will begin by carving a date that is significant for you in roman numerals. I will supply the templates for this.
Following the roman numerals date you will then begin your own sign. Your sign size will be A4 either portrait or landscape. You will be sent guidelines for laying out your sign before the course. If you are carving a lot of letters you may not finish the sign on the day, but you will leave equipped with the skills to finish it in your own time.
Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 8 weeks before the course starts. Start dates may be amended on request.
What&#39;s included in the price? All timber, loan of tools, tea and coffee are included. Please remember to bring your own lunch.
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Come and learn how to carve letters in wood. On the course you will begin by carving a date that is significant for you in roman numerals. I will supply the templates for this.
Following the roman numerals date you will then begin your own sign.
Your sign size will be A4 either portrait or landscape.
You will be sent guidelines for laying out your sign before the course.
If you are carving a lot of letters you may not finish the sign on the day, but you will leave equipped with the skills to finish it in your own time.
Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 8 weeks before the course starts. Start dates may be amended on request.
What's included in the price?
All timber, loan of tools, tea and coffee are included. Please remember to bring your own lunch.
 

Bodden Cross Studio

Come and learn how to carve letters in wood. On the course you will begin by carving a date that is significant for you in roman numerals. I will supply the templates for this.

Letter carving in Wood Experience Days 

General admission

Woodturning Experience Days for beginners - Come and spend a day turning your first bowl
&pound;130 per day, per person. WHEN At your convenience. The Studio operates seven days a week and we will work to suit your availability. Please get in touch to book your day. DURATION The full experience day is from 09:45 am to 5.00 pm, with a break for lunch. WHO FOR Beginners WHAT CAN YOU ACHIEVE? We are all different and work at different speeds, but typically in half a day you can expect to finish a small bowl for your peanuts, and a small bowl and a bigger bowl in a whole day. PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES Children over the age of 14 are welcome but anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. NUMBERS ON THE DAY There are a maximum of two participants on the day. If you wish to bring a friend to watch you are most welcome, but please let me know in advance. WHAT TO WEAR Please wear clothes and footwear that you won&#39;t mind getting covered in shavings and you can be comfortable standing in all day. No open-toed sandals or flip flops please.
WHAT&#39;S INCLUDED You will be supplied with appropriate safety gear on the day. The timber for your first bowls is included - all locally sourced from responsible accredited suppliers. REFRESHMENTS Please bring your own packed lunch on the day. There is tea and coffee available all day included in the price. PARKING We have off road parking for you in the yard. Just drive in and find a suitable spot.

Woodturning Experience Days for beginners - Come and spend a day turning your first bowl
£130 per day, per person.

WHEN
At your convenience. The Studio operates seven days a week and we will work to suit your availability. Please get in touch to book your day.

DURATION
The full experience day is from 09:45 am to 5.00 pm, with a break for lunch.

WHO FOR
Beginners

WHAT CAN YOU ACHIEVE?
We are all different and work at different speeds, but typically in half a day you can expect to finish a small bowl for your peanuts, and a small bowl and a bigger bowl in a whole day.

PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES
Children over the age of 14 are welcome but anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

NUMBERS ON THE DAY
There are a maximum of two participants on the day. If you wish to bring a friend to watch you are most welcome, but please let me know in advance.

WHAT TO WEAR
Please wear clothes and footwear that you won't mind getting covered in shavings and you can be comfortable standing in all day. No open-toed sandals or flip flops please.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
You will be supplied with appropriate safety gear on the day. The timber for your first bowls is included - all locally sourced from responsible accredited suppliers.

REFRESHMENTS
Please bring your own packed lunch on the day. There is tea and coffee available all day included in the price.

PARKING
We have off road parking for you in the yard. Just drive in and find a suitable spot.

Woodturning Experience Days for beginners - Come and spend a day turning your first bowl

Woodturning Experience Days - Come and spend a day turning your first bowl

The course will allow the student to learn the basic skills to carve letters in wood. Students will go home with their significant date in Roman Numerals and their A4 sign and the knowledge &amp; tools required to finish it at home if required.
Additional charges: Tools for the course will be supplied for students to use. The type of wood students choose will depend on where the sign will be displayed. If you want to source your own timber, please remember that the grain running horizontally is easier to carve than with the grain running vertically across the surface of your piece. Carving end grain is very difficult and quite a challenge for a beginner.
Tutor Information Stephen Stokes, taught by the monks of Downside Abbey, has been teaching letter-carving full-time for the last seven years, based at his Bodden Cross Studios in Somerset. A career in media took him all over the world, each time returning to his workshop to find creative fulfilment. His work now appears in diverse locations around the world from Canterbury Cathedral to the Bruton Art Factory &ldquo;My greatest pleasure is witnessing the flame lit in a soul when working with their hands and realising they have an innate creative talent.&rdquo;
Refunds are not available on this booking. Start dates may be amended on request.
What&#39;s included in the price? Includes tuition, tea and coffee



The course will allow the student to learn the basic skills to carve letters in wood. Students will go home with their significant date in Roman Numerals and their A4 sign and the knowledge & tools required to finish it at home if required.
Additional charges: Tools for the course will be supplied for students to use. The type of wood students choose will depend on where the sign will be displayed. If you want to source your own timber, please remember that the grain running horizontally is easier to carve than with the grain running vertically across the surface of your piece. Carving end grain is very difficult and quite a challenge for a beginner.
Tutor Information
Stephen Stokes, taught by the monks of Downside Abbey, has been teaching letter-carving full-time for the last seven years, based at his Bodden Cross Studios in Somerset. A career in media took him all over the world, each time returning to his workshop to find creative fulfilment. His work now appears in diverse locations around the world from Canterbury Cathedral to the Bruton Art Factory “My greatest pleasure is witnessing the flame lit in a soul when working with their hands and realising they have an innate creative talent.”
Refunds are not available on this booking. Start dates may be amended on request.
What's included in the price?
Includes tuition, tea and coffee

The course will allow the student to learn the basic skills to carve letters in wood. 

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