Design and make your own sustainable charcuterie board
3 hours of discovery with Harry & Johanna
Knowledge in woodworking
Your handcrafted wooden charcuterie board
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per personThe workshop in detail
This extraordinary woodworking workshop is led by the talented duo, Harry and Johanna. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable experience as you dive into the art of crafting your very own charcuterie board.
We'll begin with an introduction to sustainable materials and their origins, emphasising our commitment to eco-friendly practices. Ensuring everyone's safety is paramount, so we'll conduct a comprehensive safety briefing, familiarising you with the tools we'll be using.
Next, it's time to unleash your creativity! You'll have the exciting opportunity to handpick a piece of reclaimed wood sourced from the offcuts of our furniture business. Whether you wish to design a custom board shape or use one of our stencils, the choice is entirely yours.
Under the expert guidance of Harry and Johanna, you'll bring your design to life using either a bandsaw or jigsaw, depending on your chosen shape. Witness your charcuterie board take form right before your eyes.
Refining and perfecting your board is the next step. With a variety of tools at your disposal, including hand sandpaper, an orbital sander, and a disc/belt sander, you'll achieve a smooth and polished finish that showcases the natural beauty of the wood.
To protect and enhance your charcuterie board, you'll learn how to apply a professional-grade, natural hardwax oil product such as Osmo or Rubio Monocoat. This final touch will ensure your board not only looks stunning but also stands the test of time.
Now, here's where the magic happens! By the end of this immersive workshop, lasting approximately 4.5 hours, you'll proudly walk away with your very own handcrafted charcuterie board. Picture the joy of serving delectable cheeses and cured meats on a board that you personally designed and brought to life with your own hands.
Join Harry and Johanna in their charming and inviting workshop, nestled at the end of the garden. Filled with an assortment of buzzing tools and reclaimed wood awaiting transformation, this space exudes passion and craftsmanship.
Passionate and detail-oriented, Harry and Johanna will guide you every step of the way, sharing their expertise and fostering your newfound woodworking skills.
Workshop location
The workshop is easily accessible by public transport.
Additional information
Language of the workshop
English
Practical information
Complimentary water, tea and coffee will be provided during the workshop to keep you refreshed and hydrated.
Meet Harry & Johanna
Wood worker
Meet Harry and Johanna, the dynamic duo behind their woodworking business. Harry, a skilled joiner from south London, and Johanna, originally from the Philippines with a background in props and special effects, have come together to create beautiful and unique wooden creations.
Harry's expertise lies in his craftsmanship as a joiner, while Johanna's passion for woodworking was sparked during her pursuit of props and special effects in the film and theatre industry. Together, they have combined their talents and set up their own business.
What sets them apart is their commitment to ethical and sustainable practices. They prioritise using recycled and reclaimed wood, giving new life to forgotten materials. Their approach is rooted in supporting local artisans and using organic materials whenever possible.
For Harry and Johanna, it's about passing on their passion and skills to others. They find joy in teaching and empowering individuals to create something with their own hands.
Step into their studio and you'll be greeted by a charming workshop nestled at the end of their garden. Filled with an array of tools and stacks of reclaimed wood, it's a place where creativity flourishes and old materials are transformed into something new and extraordinary.
Passionate and detail-oriented, Harry and Johanna bring their unique characters to their craft. They pour their hearts into every piece they create, ensuring that each item is crafted with the utmost care and attention to detail.
As for their unusual passions, Harry has a fascination with traditional joinery techniques, constantly seeking to expand his knowledge in this area. Johanna, on the other hand, is an avid collector of antique woodworking tools, finding beauty and inspiration in these vintage treasures.
Together, Harry and Johanna are not just skilled artisans, but also dedicated teachers and advocates for sustainable craftsmanship. Their love for woodworking shines through in every piece they create, and they are excited to share their expertise with others who are passionate about the art of woodworking.
21 comments
Katie D
11/11/2024
This was so much fun! Harry and Johanna were calm and knowledgeable and adapted the workshop so well to the different paces of people in the group. What a great way to spend a Saturday - and to come away with a new board I made myself! I went to this solo and felt so comfortable and well-looked after. 100% would recommend.
Clarisse A
10/27/2024
We had a great time making our charcuterie board! The environnement was intimate and professional with a casual tone, perfect atmosphere to learn! Both were super attentive to our needs and different levels of experience/comfort with the tools and we absolutely loved our finished products! We would definitely recommend! Thank you for the beautiful experience and for leaving us with great memories!
Arkadiusz C
9/29/2024
It was a pleasure doing this workshop. Both hosts were super chill while staying professional. The workshop was well paced and seemed perfectly timed. We ended up with great end products. I would book again and recommend to my friends.
Helen P
9/28/2024
Thank you for a lovely morning making the charcuterie board. It was a great atmosphere and great teaching from Johanna and Harry. I feel inspired to try more. Helen
Fiona W
9/23/2024
I booked this workshop as a birthday present for my Dad, and we had such a wonderful time with Johanna and Harry making our boards. They were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, and we both left with boards we love! I would highly recommend booking :)
James N
9/22/2024
Great way to spend a Saturday. Harry and Joanna were excellent - patient, knowledgeable and fun. Now for some cheese and meat!
Gio T
8/19/2024
Did the course with my friends and it was such a pleasure! Time and money well spent, Harry and Johanna are young, experienced and very chill, they know how to explain the whole process in a very understandable manner. First time I worked on wood and found it very cool!
Jenny A
6/30/2024
A wonderful few hours with lovely people making something beautiful and useful! Couldnât thank these two enough - we had such a great experience. The setting was also lovely - a workshop in a gorgeous garden with wildflowers by a church. So relaxing!
Mark E
6/21/2024
Harry and Johanna are wonderful teachers - really knowledgeable and patient. We had a great time.
Paul C
6/2/2024
I did the course yesterday and had a great time. Would recommend to anyone who wants to try their hand at carpentry and the London area.
Rose B
5/20/2024
Such a great session with Harry and Johanna. A really fun afternoon learning lots of new skills! Couldn't recommend more!
Ludmila C
5/19/2024
We had a really great time crafting the boards, itâs a great way to learn really good basic skills of working with wood. Joanna and Harry are really skilful and lovely which made it such a nice experience ! 10/10 would recommend!
Jason W
4/27/2024
I had a great session making a charcuterie board - though it will be a cheeseboard in truth. Harry and Johanna took the time to explain all the different tools and techniques being used and I was very pleased with the result. I have no hesitation in recommending them..!
Marine P
3/4/2024
I gifted my husband this workshop fro Christmas and it was a success! We had a great time learning and creating our own beautiful cutting board. Johanna and Harry are super nice and knowledgeable making it a great experience. I highly recommend the workshop! Can't wait to use it and tell my friend the story behind it ! Thanks Johanna and Harry!!
Joe P
2/19/2024
I attended Johanna and Harryâs workshop last weekend and really enjoyed it. They are friendly, nice and obviously very talented woodworkers! The three hour class followed a step by step process from turning a plank of wood into a chopping board. Iâd recommend this class to anyone and everyone!
Kiska H
1/28/2024
We had a fantastic time making charcuterie boards with Johanna and Harry. They were very knowledgeable, creative and accommodating. Such a great day and proud of what we made. Definitely recommend as private class for a smaller group
Leila K
1/14/2024
We had a great time creating our charcuterie boards - Harry and Johanna are very friendly, patient and knowledgeable, they really helped us realise our vision, even if the shape we designed was a bit tricky to create. Really love the result and the knowledge we gained! Would absolutely recommend this workshop. Leila & Simon
Alba L
10/22/2023
I bought this workshop to spend quality time with my boyfriend during his holiday. We both love creating something useful for home and bumped into this wood working workshop though a Google search. We were the only ones in the class so we had both artisan helping us which was great. Johanna and Harry gives precise and clear instructions and are kind and fun. It made us feel like we were with a group of friends, which was lovely. We both made really professional looking chopping board that we will be proud to display in our next dinner party. We will definitely be back for the brush workshop.
Sam B
10/2/2023
My wife and I took part in this session run by Harry and Johanna. It was excellent, really well run and organised. They are both incredibly knowledgeable about woodworking and about how to build and use materials sustainably. The session is great value - considering you get all of the skills and experience they have built up over years, and you get to walk away with your own charcuterie board! As completely novice woodworkers, I was so impressed with the time and care Harry and Johanna took in explaining everything and making sure we felt comfortable with what we were doing. I honestly can't recommend the class enough - it was brilliant.
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Diana B
11/16/2024
Such a great workshop. Johanna couldnât have been nicer or more helpful and you leave with a really beautiful board. I have already booked again!