Turn & Burn Demonstration Day
For one day only, on Saturday 12th March, we’re hosting a ‘Turn & Burn’ demonstration day at Turners Retreat!
Were you planning on attending the Midlands Woodworking Show in Newark this year? Disappointed that it’s been cancelled? We have an exciting alternative if you’re looking for something to do that weekend!
For one day only, on Saturday 12th March, we’re hosting a ‘Turn & Burn’ demonstration day at Turners Retreat! We’ll be joined by some very special guests and representatives from one of the finest woodturning tool manufacturers in the world, Robert Sorby.
We’ll have professional woodturners, a skilled pen maker and an artistic pyrographer here ready to show off their skills, share hints and tips and answer any questions you may have. All demonstrations will run at the same time. You are welcome to spend as much or as little time with each demonstrator and browse our store at your own pace.
Please note, this will not be a seated or recorded event.
And what’s a good show without a good show offer? We’ll have exclusive offers on machinery and discounts across our entire product range, in-store only!
This event is completely free to attend, with free parking. No tickets needed, just turn up when you’re ready! Demonstrations will start at 10am but the store will be open from 9:30am for early browsing if you want to be the first to grab those offers!
We really hope you can join us; it would be great to see you!Demonstrators
Mick Hanbury
Our good friend and Course tutor, Mick, has been turning professionally for over 25 years. During these years, Mick has developed a unique style of decorative finishes to his pieces and is well known for his beautiful finial boxes, elegant spiral stem goblets, and delicately patterned platters. His work is a beautiful sight to behold!
Mick will be demonstrating colour and embellishing techniques on turned pieces. If you haven't seen Mick demonstrate before, you will thoroughly enjoy watching his making process - it's mesmerising to watch. If you have seen Mick before, then you already know that you're in for a treat!
Follow Mick on social media:
Instagram: @mickhanbury
Kate Kitchin
Kate has been woodturning for almost 7 years since leaving school, and her hobby quickly developed into a passion! Since appearing on BBC2’s show, ‘Jay’s Yorkshire Workshop’, Kate has overcome woodworking machinery fears, expanded her knowledge and now continues to grow in confidence.
Kate’s inspiration comes from the natural beauty of wood, what can be done with it and the sense of achievement that comes from being a maker - a little imagination goes a long way! We hope that you will help us make Kate feel extremely welcome at her first demonstration at Turners Retreat!
Follow Kate on social media:
Facebook: KateCraftyLass
Instagram: @kate_acraftylass
Tony Kwasniak
Tony was a hobby woodturner before joining Robert Sorby in the 1980’s and was their demonstrator for a number of years, promoting and selling their tools in 17 different countries throughout the world.
Tony is hoping to pass on valuable hints and tips based on a combination of experience and not always getting it right first time! Hopefully, something for all pen turners from absolute beginners to seasoned pen-sters!
Kelly Edwards
Kelly is a self-taught pyrography artist and has been burning for approximately 3 years. Kelly enjoys the artistic challenges that pyrography presents by experimenting on a variety of materials, such as light woods and hot-pressed watercolour paper. Kelly also teaches some of our Pyrography Courses; a great person to learn from!
Expect to be inspired with basic info to get you started, useful tips, safe practice, and fun ideas!
Follow Kelly on social media:
Facebook: BurnArt by Kelly
Instagram: @burnartbykelly
Plus, we'll be joined by representatives from one of the finest woodturning tool manufacturers in the world, Robert Sorby.
Clive Brooks: Demonstrating the SteadyPro
Paul Richmond: Demonstrating the ProEdgeOur Address
Turners Retreat, Unit 2 Faraday Close, Harworth, Nottinghamshire DN11 8RU
Click here for directions.
Demonstration Day Opening Hours
10am - 3pm
The store will be open from 9:30am for early browsing
Demonstrations to start at 10am
Tickets
No tickets needed!
This event is completely free to attend, with free parking too!
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We look forward to seeing you soon!
- 22nd February 2022