Join the Rivershop for a hands-on carpentry course where you will assemble and finish a beautifully crafted trinket box using premium English hardwood

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Join the Rivershop for a hands-on carpentry course where you will assemble and finish a beautifully crafted trinket box using premium English hardwood. This engaging 4-hour session is ideal for beginners and also suitable for intermediate woodworkers who want to gain experience in fine woodworking techniques while creating a functional and personalised piece. With all timber precut, your focus will be on assembly, finishing, and customisation using professional woodworking tools.

What You'll Learn:
- Assembling a trinket box using precision-cut English hardwood
- Proper clamping and gluing techniques for secure joints
- Using sanders to achieve a smooth, professional finish
- Inserting and trimming spines with a saw for added strength and detail
- Personalising your trinket box with a laser engraver for a custom message or image
- Applying Odie's Oil in a variety of colours to enhance the wood's natural beauty.

What You'll Take Home:
- A handcrafted trinket box made from high-quality English hardwood
- Personalised engravings for a unique, meaningful touch
- Experience in essential woodworking techniques
- Knowledge of finishing techniques using Odie's Oil

Immerse yourself in this rewarding carpentry course, where you'll craft, personalise, and finish a timeless trinket box to cherish or gift.

Sign up today and experience the joy of woodworking!

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Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Craft Your Own Trinket Box£150.00 per ticket

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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Map & Directions

Public Transport Directions

Woolwich Dockyard station is about 10-15 minutes away by foot. Greenwich station is also close by with bus routes taking you close to our studio.

Craft Your Own Trinket Box

Type:Workshop/Course

Thames Side Studios, TB-05 Unit 8, Harrington Way, London, SE18 5NR
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Opening Times

Craft Your Own Trinket Box (11 May 2025)
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Sunday10:00 - 14:00
Craft Your Own Trinket Box (14 June 2025)
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Saturday10:00 - 14:00
Craft Your Own Trinket Box (12 July 2025)
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Saturday10:00 - 14:00
Craft Your Own Trinket Box (9 Aug 2025)
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Saturday10:00 - 14:00
Craft Your Own Trinket Box (13 Sept 2025)
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Saturday10:00 - 14:00
Craft Your Own Trinket Box (11 Oct 2025)
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Saturday10:00 - 14:00
Craft Your Own Trinket Box (8 Nov 2025)
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Saturday10:00 - 14:00
Craft Your Own Trinket Box (13 Dec 2025)
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Saturday10:00 - 14:00

Awards

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