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Spoon Carving Conversations

Simon Pouly

31 episodes

1 month ago

In this episode, I chat with Callan Burton-Shore @mountainferalcraft, an ancestral skills teacher living near Asheville, North Carolina. Callan was first introduced to carving and other craft skills at school, and they have since become a big part of her life. She lives closely connected to the land and teaches others the art of tanning hides, carving wood, and practicing other ancient skills. Callan sells her work at markets and online to people who appreciate the time, skill, and knowledge ...

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In this episode, I chat with Callan Burton-Shore @mountainferalcraft, an ancestral skills teacher living near Asheville, North Carolina. Callan was first introduced to carving and other craft skills at school, and they have since become a big part of her life. She lives closely connected to the land and teaches others the art of tanning hides, carving wood, and practicing other ancient skills. Callan sells her work at markets and online to people who appreciate the time, skill, and knowledge ...

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Episodes (20/31)

Spoon Carving Conversations

Mountain Feral Craft with Callan Burton-Shore

In this episode, I chat with Callan Burton-Shore @mountainferalcraft, an ancestral skills teacher living near Asheville, North Carolina. Callan was first introduced to carving and other craft skills at school, and they have since become a big part of her life. She lives closely connected to the land and teaches others the art of tanning hides, carving wood, and practicing other ancient skills. Callan sells her work at markets and online to people who appreciate the time, skill, and knowledge ...

6 months ago

54 minutes

Spoon Carving Conversations

From Log to Spoon with Alex Finberg

In this episode, I talk to Alex Finberg @lex.finberg (https://www.instagram.com/alex.finberg/), a passionate, creative, and prolific maker from Devon, UK. Alex’s work involves introducing various crafts and activities into people’s lives. Through this, people can find community and meaning, which can have a profoundly positive impact. Since carving his first spoon around eight years ago, Alex has been very active in organizing regular meet-ups, teaching carving workshops, selling his work at ...

8 months ago

1 hour 19 minutes

Spoon Carving Conversations

Talking to tool maker Adam Ashworth

In this episode, I talk with Adam Ashworth @adamashworth97, a tool maker from the UK. Adam first discovered greenwood carving and later connected with established toolmakers Nic Westermann and James Wood. Inspired by their work, he pursued his passion and now runs his own workshop, crafting beautiful, handmade carving tools for people around the world.We discussed how he got started, the materials and techniques he uses, and the pros and cons of running his own business.I really enjoyed this ...

9 months ago

1 hour 19 minutes

Spoon Carving Conversations

Crafted with passion by Nadav Ben Shlomo

In this episode, I talk with Nadav Ben Shlomo @nbs_artnwood, an artist originally from Israel who now lives and works in Prague, Czech Republic.Nadav creates beautiful and playful pieces from locally sourced wood. He shares his passion not only through his work but also via Instagram, YouTube, and Patreon.We discussed his creative process, workspace, content creation, and the reasons behind his love for this craft. I hope you enjoy listening!If you enjoy the podcast and want to support it, yo...

10 months ago

1 hour 11 minutes

Spoon Carving Conversations

Carving in Cornwall with Felix Lane

In this episode, I talk to Felix Lane @felix_the_wood, a young and talented greenwood carver from Cornwall, UK. Felix carved his first spoon at the age of 11 and has been honing his craft ever since. His enthusiasm is unmistakable, and it’s great to see a young man find something that gives him not only joy but also a drive and direction in his life.Felix has always had the support of his family, particularly his mum, who showed that it’s possible to make a living by creating things...

10 months ago

1 hour 6 minutes

Spoon Carving Conversations

Wellbeing in Woodworking with Samuel Alexander

In this episode, I speak with @SamuelAlexandershapes. Samuel talks about how he initially came to carving through seeking help dealing with depression. Something clicked, and it has since become a strong positive influence in his life. He spent many years learning and eventually teaching at the @LondonGreenwood. He is creating beautiful objects with wood, with his vessels at the center stage. We discuss why and how he carves these vessels and what he enjoys and gains from the process. I...

1 year ago

1 hour 3 minutes

Spoon Carving Conversations

Spoons, Snails, and Community with Oren Hetzroni

In this episode, I talk with Oren Hetzroni (@hetzronio), a product designer and Spoon carver from Israel.After studying design, Oren initially started woodturning before he discovered the work of Robinwood (@robinwoodcraft). This led him into the world of Greenwood, where he continues to this day. Oren carves amazing spoons and also teaches the craft to others. He hosts weekly carving gatherings at his homestead and also organizes a yearly event called Festikaf (http://festikaf.co.il/)Oren is...

1 year ago

1 hour 12 minutes

Spoon Carving Conversations

Songs and Spoons with Tamsin Quin

In this episode, I talked to Tamsin Quin (@quinwoodcraft) a talented musician and self taught spoon carver from the UK. Tamsin spoke of instantly being hooked and resonating deeply with carving and working with wood. Tamsin spent many years carving instinctually as a hobby, after eventually attending a Spoonsfest where she connected with other passionate crafters and carvers where she continued to deepen her knowledge and skills working with Greenwood. She is very passionate about her w...

1 year ago

1 hour 2 minutes

Spoon Carving Conversations

Spoon chat with Nick Murphy

In this episode I talk with Nick Murphy ( @murphys_spoon ) an educator, musician and spoon carver from the UK. We spoke about how Nick discovered spoon carving, why he continues it to this day and is happy to pass on his passion and knowledge through this work teaching children with @theoutdoorsgroup . If you enjoy the podcast and want to support it, you can do so by leaving a writing or review wherever you listen or you can buy an endless possibilities spoon carving t-shirt from the li...

2 years ago

1 hour 4 minutes

Spoon Carving Conversations

Illustrator and spoon carver Lee John Phillips

In this episode, I talked to Lee John Phillips (@leejohnhillips), an award-winning illustrator and talented spoon carver. We talk about how Lee started, why he decided not to sell his spoons, AI, spoon and chip carving design and more.I have always admired his unique work and amazing chip carving. It was a pleasure to get to talk to him today and I hope you enjoy listening!If you enjoy the podcast and want to support it, you can do so, by giving it a review, telling a friend about it, or by b...

2 years ago

1 hour 18 minutes

Spoon Carving Conversations

Tallking Spoons with Tad Kepley

In this episode, I talk to @tad_william_kepley, a passionate spoon carver from Lexington, North Carolina.Ted started carving spoons after his retirement from law-enforcement in 2015 and was hooked from the start. It has since then become a prominent and enjoyable part of his life.Early on he discovered the joy of attending markets where he sells his work, is around people and spends time carving and sharing his passion. We talked about Tad’s start into spoon carving, his carving process and w...

2 years ago

1 hour 26 minutes

Spoon Carving Conversations

Wood craft entrepreneurship with Rebecca Luerssen

In this episode I talk to Rebecca Luerssen (@rebecca_luerssen). Rebecca lives in Hixson , Tennessee and started carving spoons in 2017. From the start Rebecca felt like carving and creating was something she was meant to do, it was always there, just waiting to be discovered. After deciding she wanted to create income from her passion she got busy making and creating connections and avenues to sell her work, such as Etsy, Instagram and local markets. Rebecca found examples and guidance from o...

2 years ago

1 hour 4 minutes

Spoon Carving Conversations

It all started with a spoon with John Wager

In this episode I talk to John Wager (@johnswoodenware), an Anishinaabe craftsman from Buckhorn Ontario, Canada. We talked about how John got started with carving and how to it has connected him to his ancestral lineage. Through the craft he has meet friends and mentors such as Caleb @Canadian.bushcraft that are also involved in Bushcraft and traditional indigenous lifeways. Early on John saw the possibility of making a living while doing what he enjoyed and is doing just that. I really enjoy...

3 years ago

1 hour 50 minutes

Spoon Carving Conversations

Down the rabbit hole with Georg Schulte

This episode is with Georg Schulte (@schorsch555), a goldsmith, jeweler and spoon carver from Münster, Germany.We spoke about Georg’s work as a Jeweler and teaching the unique method of Mokume Gane, an old Japanese method for binding precious metals, which literally translates to wood grain metal. We also talk about how he fell into the rabbit hole of wood work. Why he enjoys it so much and plans to stay there for the foreseeable future. Georg has collected many more tools then most hobbyist ...

3 years ago

1 hour 10 minutes

Spoon Carving Conversations

Von Hand with Raleigh and Oliver Klotzek

On episode 17 my guests are Raleigh (@morganraleigh.c) and Oliver Klotzek (@oliverklotzek), two full-time makers that have a wide variety of experience working with Greenwood and other natural materials. They have spent the last years traveling, teaching and sharing their passion for the craft (@wildcraftedworkshop & @wildcraftedhome). We talk about how they got started and met through a mutual passion for the craft. Also how it is to teach in different countries, living in a v...

3 years ago

1 hour 20 minutes

Spoon Carving Conversations

Carving and kolrossing with Liesl Chatman

On episode 16 my guest is Liesl Chatman (@rivichicawarroir). Liesl lives in Minneapolis and teaches spoon carving and kolrossing at North House Folk School.It I was really fun to get to know Liesl and find out why she is so enthusiastic about this craft and sharing it with others. With 10 years of experience and learning from talented craftspeople such as Fred Livesay, Jarrod Dahl, Adam Hawker, Jane Mickelborough among others Liesl is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to spoons ...

3 years ago

1 hour 35 minutes

Spoon Carving Conversations

Slöjd in Sweden with John Beya

On episode 15 my guest is John Beya @johns_slojd. John was born and grew up in Sweden where Sloyd was part of life. He lives there today with his family. John carves beautiful spoons and kuksa among other things and he often decorates them with amazing kolorossing and chip carving.We talk about his carving process, why he likes to keep things simple in regards tot tools and wood and how it is to carve and live in nature.Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons (info.rootsspoons@gmail.com)Editing an...

3 years ago

1 hour 24 minutes

Spoon Carving Conversations

Stones and Wood with Jan Leuschner

On episode 14 my guest is Jan Leuschner (@Jan_Leuschner). We talked about his experience working with various materials at school and his time learning and working as a stone mason.Jan now carves beautiful spoons, bowls and kuksas in his free time. We talk about the technical details of spoon carving as well as what draws him to the craft and working with his hands.An influence he mentions during our conversation is David Fisher (https://davidffisher.com) who has a lot of great information on...

3 years ago

1 hour 21 minutes

Spoon Carving Conversations

Scoops and Spoons with Aaron Garrett

On episode 13 I talk to Aaron Garrett (@aaron.garrett.uk).Aaron grew up in Uk with an interest in bush craft and when he saw a Spoon Carving demonstration on YouTube he knew it was something he wanted to try. Since carving his first spoon at the end of 2018 he has taught himself how to carve beautiful scoops and spoons which he sometimes sells through his Instagram.He makes really cool and unique scoops that are a recognizable shape of his as well as many other Spoons shapes and styles.Aaron ...

4 years ago

38 minutes

Spoon Carving Conversations

Spoon Carving in Aotearoa with Ricky Dey

On episode 12 my guest is Ricky Dey @t_u_t_t_o___ . Ricky is a fellow kiwi and lives in the Wairarapa on the North Island of New Zealand. Ricky started caving as a way to cope with the grief after losing loved ones. It seems that for many of us it is not just about the spoons but the process of carving and creating. It can offer us comfort, meaning and community. We talk about his life growing up in NewZealand, discovering spoon carving and why it is something he can imagine growing and ...

4 years ago

56 minutes