About Us

Janet, my wife, and I live in Weardale, County Durham where I turn hats from several types of wood such as Sycamore, Oak, Cherry and Beech.

You can see a selection of hats in the gallery.

I have had exhibitions in two galleries in the North East of England: The Biscuit Factory, Byker, Newcastle Upon Tyne and Blagdon Mill, Northumberland.

The hats come in all shapes and sizes from top hats to Stetsons and bowlers to baseball caps.

I was initially inspired after reading an article in the Woodturning magazine about a turner in America that made full size hats that you could wear, His name is Johannes Michelson and after having tried several times to make hats I had the opportunity to see Johanness demonstrate in Ireland at the Irish woodturners Guild and my full size hat making took on a new dimension with the learning that I received.

I have taught and practiced woodworking associated crafts for over twenty years to apprentices and now teach privately in my workshop at home.

Please see terms and conditions page for current courses and costs.

Home Gallery

We are pleased to announce the opening of our new home gallery where you can purchase woodturning products and art directly from us. See the home gallery page for futher information.

Please ring 07833167588 to check opening times.