Hand Sharpening Masterclass

Bring Your Tools, Leave Sharper

A full day in the workshop — master the skill of sharpening your plane irons and chisels. No matter your experience level, you’ll leave sharper.

DISCOVER THE EDGE THAT CHANGES EVERYTHING

• Sharpening is the foundation of good & safe woodworking.
• Learn the theory and practice behind razor-sharp edges.
• Work on your own tools and leave ready to sharpen at home.
What You'll Learn

• Bevel theory and sharpening angles.
• Grinding primary bevels & flattening blade backs.
• Freehand and guided sharpening techniques.
• Final honing & stropping for razor edges.
• Troubleshooting common sharpening issues.
A SKILL FOR EVERY WOODWORKER

• Beginners → sharpen your first tools the right way.
• Intermediates → refine consistency and speed.
• Advanced → push freehand skills and explore alternate bevels.

Course Details

We provide:

You must bring:

At least one chisel and one hand plane, plus any blades you’d like to practice on

Optional (if you own them):

Your own honing guides or sharpening tools (bring them if you’d like to practice with your own kit)

No, this workshop is for all levels.
Please bring at least one chisel and one hand plane. If you need advice on what to get, reach out before booking.
Sharp hand tools give you precision, control, and enjoyment that machines alone can’t provide.
Not necessarily. On the course you’ll be using diamond stones, and I’ll explain why I prefer them as well as the alternatives available. This way you’ll know what suits your workshop best before investing.
A sense of humour, a willingness to learn and a note book. We’ll provide the coffee and muffins.