Introduction to White Coopering - Bucket Making
About this workshop
Learn the craft of the cooper with Tony Adams.
This 2-day workshop is an introduction to the craft of the cooper or barrel maker. White coopering is the making of straight-staved containers such as buckets that can be used for holding liquids.
Your instructor, Tony Adams, will guide you through the process of making a barrel with hand tools. You will produce a wooden bucket complete with splayed and riveted metal hoops and a rope handle using traditional techniques.
At the end of the workshop, you will take your finished bucket home with you.
Essential information
Required skill level
No previous experience required
What do I need to bring?
Snacks, lunch, water bottle, notepad and pen
Clothing guidelines
Workshop appropriate - closed toe shoes, no hanging jewellery, hair tied back
Maximum class size
Small class size – max 6 participants
What is Included
All instructions, tools and materials are included
You will learn
You will learn to use hand tools and traditional techniques to make a wooden bucket complete with splayed and riveted metal hoops and a rope handle.
Morning tea/lunch info
Morning tea included. A one hour lunch break is included and smaller breaks as necessary.
