Greenwood is wood that has been recently cut from a tree and has not had time to dry out and harden. This makes cutting, splitting and carving a lot easier due to its moisture content.
Once cut to size it can be easily split using a froe and wooden wedges
A shavehorse and drawknife is then used to carve into shape.
The traditional pole lathe is also used to turn green,fresh wood by using peddle power only. Without the use of machinery you are in full control of the lathe, making it a very safe way of turning wood.
I have enjoyed working with green wood for over 30 years and find it very therapeutic and relaxing. I would like to intoduce more people to this traditional method of working and i'm sure all ages and walks of life would enjoy it
