Have you thought about moving career, and maybe even moving country? Jason Hicks has done both! Originally based in Australia, Jason made the decision to move to Scotland to study at the Chippendale School, after a year spent travelling around Europe and the UK.
Here is the full story of how Jason got into woodworking and started up his own furniture making business.
Read MoreA huge focus on interiors and our home environment over the past year means that 2021 is set to be an exciting year for woodworking.
We have all spent more time at home than ever and customers are becoming increasingly inspired by furniture that is multifunctional, sustainable and unique.
In this blog, we explore the biggest trends that have been shaping the woodworking industry in 2021…
It is easy to imagine that the woodworking industry (like many others today) could be ruled by machines in the not-so-distant future, but in fact, some handcrafting techniques simply cannot be replicated by tech. Then there is, of course, the joy that comes with knowing your handcrafted piece is a genuine one-off.
On the tech side of things, large projects and complex conceptual pieces can yield outstanding results with the help of CAD design software, laser woodcutters and more.
For these reasons, handcrafting and machine-led skills are both essential parts of learning the basic principles of woodworking at the Chippendale School.
In this blog, we explore some of the technical and handcraft elements that are fused to create stunning woodwork designs at the Chippendale School of Furniture…
Read MoreDoes staying on after graduating and working alongside professionals to help you get your feet off the ground sound like a dream come true? It does for many of those who are about to venture into the world of work and this option is especially attractive when you are establishing yourself as a qualified furniture maker.
At the Chippendale School we have a special incubation hub, Myreside Studios, for anyone who has graduated from the Professional Course, so that newly qualified makers can start out with minimal overheads whilst enjoying the support of our world-class tutors.
Following International Women’s Day 2021 which took place earlier this month, we are celebrating the women of the woodworking world and encouraging any women thinking of getting into furniture making to take the plunge!
Read MoreIn this blog, Chippendale School Principal Tom Fraser spoke with design writer, presenter and industry consultant Roddy Clarke about why restoration is a craft worth preserving.
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