Newbie from MCR looking to start a hobby

[Blackbird]

Hi,

I studied design decades ago and been in digital marketing since - now looking to develop a new skill and hands-on hobby away from the screen.

Completely renovated the house last year and now in need of multiple radiator covers, outside benches, planters etc. Thinking an investment in tools will be cheaper and I get to develop a new skill and improve mental health at the same time.

Will have 101 questions about tooling, techniques, terminology and craft : )

 

[Austin Branson]

Welcome Blackbird! You will get plenty of advice, suggestions and help on here. Enjoy the ride. Best wishes. Austin

 

[MARK.B.]

Hi and Welcome

 

[Sandyn]

Welcome to the Forum!!

 

[Adam W.]

Welcome, I'm sure you'll find what you need here.

 

[thetyreman]

welcome also from mcr if you have any questions let me know

 

[Blackbird]

welcome also from mcr if you have any questions let me know

Thanks. What are the routes to learning in the field? It is just buy kit and try, or are there nightschools, workshops or mentorships you can join (in Manchester?)

 

[Woodbear]

Thanks. What are the routes to learning in the field? It is just buy kit and try, or are there nightschools, workshops or mentorships you can join (in Manchester?)

Hi there,I’m a Manchester (Middleton) hobby woodworker I’ve got a workshop your more than welcome to come over and have a look at for any help and advice. I’m far (and I mean far) from a professional but I have a rough idea regarding woodworking. I’ve done a few weekend courses with Chris tribe ( a great guy and extremely knowledgeable) which gave me a good grounding on understanding the basics of woodworking. If I can help get in touch. Onwards and upwards,Howard.

 

[thetyreman]

Thanks. What are the routes to learning in the field? It is just buy kit and try, or are there nightschools, workshops or mentorships you can join (in Manchester?)

that's a good question, sadly there is very little, I do this as a hobby, most of what I have learnt is from paul sellers, with the pandemic it makes things even more challenging, I haven't really had a proper mentor and am self taught, custard helped me out a lot on here and was very encouraging in the beginning, men in sheds is really the only thing I can think of, I think a lot of the funding for these things have mostly gone in terms of nightschools...

 

[Sachakins]

This is not a uk list, but does give insight to setting up workshop cheap"ish"ly.
A video and link is here List of Must-Have Woodworking Tools

 

[akirk]

Thinking an investment in tools will be cheaper...

mmm good luck

...I get to develop a new skill and improve mental health at the same time.

very true - it is deeply satisfying, just a slippery slope into the world of new things to buy!
but enjoy it...

 

[Blackbird]

This is not a uk list, but does give insight to setting up workshop cheap"ish"ly.
A video and link is here List of Must-Have Woodworking Tools

Amazing! Thank you! I must admit, the first step into buying something does feel a little daunting. This will certainly help! Thanks

 

[Blackbird]

Hi there,I’m a Manchester (Middleton) hobby woodworker I’ve got a workshop your more than welcome to come over and have a look at for any help and advice. I’m far (and I mean far) from a professional but I have a rough idea regarding woodworking. I’ve done a few weekend courses with Chris tribe ( a great guy and extremely knowledgeable) which gave me a good grounding on understanding the basics of woodworking. If I can help get in touch. Onwards and upwards,Howard.

Thats really kind, thank you! Once covid has settled down I’ll give you a shout. It would be super helpful to see your setup and get some advice. I’d really appreciate that. In the meantime I’ll check out Chris’ website and videos. So glad I found this forum! Thanks again

 

[Blackbird]

that's a good question, sadly there is very little, I do this as a hobby, most of what I have learnt is from paul sellers, with the pandemic it makes things even more challenging, I haven't really had a proper mentor and am self taught, custard helped me out a lot on here and was very encouraging in the beginning, men in sheds is really the only thing I can think of, I think a lot of the funding for these things have mostly gone in terms of nightschools...

Thanks for the reply - it’s a shame funding has gone but so grateful for finding this forum. The replies to my [this] first post/thread show what a great community it must be!