Coopering Tankard
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Event Details
These containers were traditionally used as drinking vessels. We will make them in pine, like the originals, but will use metal bands instead of traditional wooden bands. The Mary Rose
Event Details
These containers were traditionally used as drinking vessels. We will make them in pine, like the originals, but will use metal bands instead of traditional wooden bands. The Mary Rose was a 16th-century English naval warship. Its wreck was rediscovered off the coast of the Isle of Wight in 1971. The same style of tankard was found among the wreckage.
Time
October 4, 2024 9:00 am - October 6, 2024 5:00 pm(GMT-04:00)
Location
Tillers International
10515 E OP Ave. Scotts, MI 49008
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Organizer
John Davenport
John Davenport brings a diverse background as a mechanical engineer, airline transport pilot, and former sales associate at Ace Hardware to his role as a...
John Davenport brings a diverse background as a mechanical engineer, airline transport pilot, and former sales associate at Ace Hardware to his role as a coopering instructor. His journey into traditional crafts began at Tillers International, where blacksmithing classes ignited his passion for coopering, coopering tools, and timber framing. With a blend of technical expertise and hands-on experience, John is dedicated to preserving and teaching these timeless skills.
