{"product_id":"tool-sharpening-1","title":"Tool Sharpening","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Saturday 4th July \u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTime:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 1pm - 3pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA sharp tool changes everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn this \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003etwo-hour hands-on sharpening workshop\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, furniture maker \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNick James\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e will guide you through the fundamentals of sharpening so you can confidently look after your own tools at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhether your chisels are a bit tired or your plane irons have lost their edge, this session will show you how to bring them back to life — properly sharp, safe to use, and a pleasure to work with. Expect practical demonstrations, plenty of time at the stones, and a focus on understanding \u003ci\u003ewhy\u003c\/i\u003e sharpening works, not just following a recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYou’ll explore a range of sharpening systems, including \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ediamond plates and Japanese waterstones\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and learn how to choose the right approach for different tools and situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBring along a selection of your own tools to sharpen on the day, and go home with \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eshiny, scary-sharp tools\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat You’ll Learn:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• The basics of good sharpening technique\u003cbr\u003e• How to sharpen straight-edged tools including knives, chisels and plane blades\u003cbr\u003e• An introduction to diamond plates and Japanese whetstones\u003cbr\u003e• How to choose the right stone and system for the job\u003cbr\u003e• Care, maintenance and storage of sharpening stones\u003cbr\u003e• How to become confident and self-sufficient in sharpening your own tools\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat You’ll Leave With:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Sharpened tools ready for use\u003cbr\u003e• A clear understanding of different sharpening systems\u003cbr\u003e• The confidence to maintain your tools at home\u003cbr\u003e• A deeper appreciation of sharpness (you’ll never look at a blunt chisel the same way again)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s Included:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Use of sharpening machines, diamond plates and waterstones\u003cbr\u003e• Tea and coffee throughout the session\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis workshop is suitable for beginners as well as makers who want to improve their sharpening skills. Places are limited to keep the session focused and supportive, so early booking is advised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCome and give your tools the edge they deserve.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Event","offers":[{"title":"General Admission","offer_id":57497110937931,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/7766\/7403\/files\/sharpening_4jpg.jpg?v=1770157224","url":"https:\/\/hutonthegreen.com\/products\/tool-sharpening-1","provider":"Hut on the Green","version":"1.0","type":"link"}