In this episode, I talk to Alex Finberg @lex.finberg (https://www.instagram.com/alex.finberg/), a passionate, creative, and prolific maker from Devon, UK.

Alex’s work involves introducing various crafts and activities into people’s lives. Through this, people can find community and meaning, which can have a profoundly positive impact. Since carving his first spoon around eight years ago, Alex has been very active in organizing regular meet-ups, teaching carving workshops, selling his work at markets and online, and even recently releasing a book specifically about carving spoons. Find out more on his website: https://alexfinberg.co.uk/

Alex Finberg’s book is called: Spooncarving: From Log to Spoon, Published by Crowood Press, UK November 2024

It was really nice for me to hear all this from someone who is obviously very passionate and knowledgeable about the subject.

If you enjoy the podcast and want to support it, you can do so by leaving a writing or review wherever you listen or you can buy an endless possibilities spoon carving t-shirt at https://roots-movement.com/rootsspoons. Thanks and happy carving!

Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons

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Editing and Producing: Julia Pouly

Music: Pixabay

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In this episode, I talk with Adam Ashworth @adamashworth97, a tool maker from the UK. Adam first discovered greenwood carving and later connected with established toolmakers Nic Westermann and James Wood. Inspired by their work, he pursued his passion and now runs his own workshop, crafting beautiful, handmade carving tools for people around the world.

We discussed how he got started, the materials and techniques he uses, and the pros and cons of running his own business.
I really enjoyed this conversation, and I hope you do too!

If you enjoy the podcast and want to support it, you can do so by leaving a writing or review wherever you listen or you can buy an endless possibilities spoon carving t-shirt from the link in my bio. Thanks and happy carving!

https://roots-movement.com/rootsspoons

Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons

(info.rootsspoons@gmail.com)

Editing and Producing: Julia Pouly

Music: Pixabay

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In this episode, I talk with Nadav Ben Shlomo @nbs_artnwood, an artist originally from Israel who now lives and works in Prague, Czech Republic.

Nadav creates beautiful and playful pieces from locally sourced wood. He shares his passion not only through his work but also via Instagram, YouTube, and Patreon.

We discussed his creative process, workspace, content creation, and the reasons behind his love for this craft. I hope you enjoy listening!

If you enjoy the podcast and want to support it, you can do so by leaving a writing or review wherever you listen or you can buy an endless possibilities spoon carving t-shirt from the link https://roots-movement.com/rootsspoons. Thanks and happy carving!

Hosted by Simon Pouly @rootsspoons
(info.rootsspoons@gmail.com)

Editing and Producing: Julia Pouly
Music: Pixabay

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