Woodworking Courses
with the Edward Johnson Studio
Woodworking and cabinet making courses
Learn from the professionals
Welcome to the School of Craft run by award-winning furniture designer-maker Edward Johnson and his highly skilled professional team.
We are passionate about keeping the traditions of cabinet making thriving and passing on our skills and knowledge through our carefully crafted courses. Come and join us in our West Sussex workshop and help keep the craft of woodworking alive!
Are your woodworking courses suitable for me?
Our courses are suitable for hobbyists and budding professionals alike, and rest assured, Ed and his team will guide you every step of the way. Our team are hands-on and always available to answer your questions – no matter your skill level or experience. Everyone is welcome (if you are over 18).
From essential skills to furniture making
We offer a range of short woodworking courses from tool sharpening to steam bending, running from a single day up to a full five days!
Where are you based?
Our rural workshop is located just outside the village of Bosham in West Sussex. Bosham (pronounced ‘Bozzum’) is set on the south coast on one of the small inlets of Chichester Harbour.
All our courses take place in our spacious studio / workshop. It is well equipped with everything you’d expect, from hand tools to high-end machinery etc. But more than that, our workshop (well it is the heart of our business) and team offer you a very warm welcome. Come and soak up the friendly, professional atmosphere whilst learning new skills and chatting to your heart’s content about tools, machines and timber!
“The course was not only informative and well planned with everything covered from wood choice and preparation prior to the introduction to steam bending which is a real art … Ed has a great team working with him and they really were a joy to work with. We were also shown how to correctly sharpen our tools which was an added bonus.”
Mr G
Can I visit your workshop?
Every year we host open days as part of the wider Chichester Open Studios and the next one is due to take place in May 2024.
However, if you are unable to attend our open days, or would like to visit us sooner, please contact us. We can then arrange a suitable date for your visit.
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About Edward Johnson
Master craftsman and designer Edward Johnson has been creating his furniture for many years and founded his own business in 2009. He graduated in 2007 from Buckinghamshire Chilterns University gaining a first-class honours degree in Furniture Design & Craftsmanship.
Edward worked in the furniture industry prior to starting his business, gaining invaluable experience on the road to his ambitions for his company.
Over the years he has exhibited his work widely and has won several awards: four Bespoke Guild Marks (he now sits on the BGM committee) and a prestigious Wood Award!