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Clunie Fretton

Contact name: Clunie Fretton
45
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(13)
over 1 year
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

Clunie Fretton is an award-winning classically trained sculptor, master carver & gilder. Her work is included in the collections of: St. George's Chapel Windsor, the Victoria & Albert Museum, The Houses of Parliament, the London Livery Companies, and churches and cathedrals around the UK. Clunie featured as the master woodcarver on the Sky Arts television series Bill Bailey's 'Master Crafters'.

Courses, kits & gifts

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Evening Woodcarving Taster Workshop
2 hours
Next date: 13th Apr 2026
2 places left
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Ornamental Woodcarving Workshop: 1 Day
7 hours
Next date: 21st Mar 2026
4 places left

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews
15 Jan 26'

Diane reviewed: Evening Woodcarving Taster Workshop

"I came with a friend to introduction to woodcarving course and we had a great time. Everything was explained clearly and we got a chance to try a purple of techniques. We all left with a mini piece of art! Clunie is really lovely, patient, supportive. Not only will I recommend this workshop to all my friends but I intend to attend more as it has given me a taste for what could become a great hobby. Thank you Clunie."

15 Jan 26'

Ed Ashton reviewed: Evening Woodcarving Taster Workshop

"Amazing course! Get to learn all the basics in 2 hours. Clunie is a wonderful teacher - attentive and engaging and her enthusiasm for carving is infectious. Will be coming back for more!"

13 Jan 26'

Maren Gaukroger reviewed: Evening Woodcarving Taster Workshop

"Had a great evening learning about woodcarving with Clunie. We used lime wood and Clunie demonstrated the use of curved gouges and flat chisels to make different kinds of rounded and triangular shapes, which can then be combined. There were five of us in the group, all beginners, and we all benefitted from group demonstrations and individual advice and support. Participants ranged in age from school age to retirees. Clunie provided health and safety information before the course began and advised of local timber providers and suitable reading material for further exploration of the craft. An interesting and informative evening in a friendly environment at a central London location."

28 Nov 25'

Lili reviewed: Evening Woodcarving Taster Workshop

"Introduction to woodcarving was a very enjoyable, super fun taster session. Clunie is very patient, friendly and knowledgeable. She explained everything well and it's a small group, so everyone got individual attention and help. I would definitely go back for another session or a longer course! Thank you Clunie!"

Clunie Fretton responded:

"Thank you Lili! I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed it. I hope to see you again at another class! Wishing you a relaxing Christmas break in the mean time."