Unique Wooden Spoons - Spoonguy

Welcome to My Spoon Carving World

Hello! I'm Matt Eliason, though you might know me better as Spoonguy. The name captures the quirky, personal, and heartfelt nature of my craft: carving unique, functional art for your kitchen from rescued wood, using traditional hand tools and techniques.

Unique and Practical

I believe a wooden spoon is more than just a tool; it's an extension of the cook's hand. That's why every spoon I carve is shaped not just for the eye, but for the hand and the heart.

• Unique & Sustainable: Each spoon tells a story of renewal. I exclusively use greenwood rescued from the chippers of local tree surgeons or from donated garden trimmings. This means every piece of wood has a story and each has a unique grain and character, ensuring no two spoons are ever alike.
• Hand-Carved with Tradition: Using an axe, knives, a drawknife, and a spokeshave, I shape each spoon by hand. This traditional process allows me to respond to the wood's natural form, creating a kitchen tool that is visually appealing, perfectly balanced, and a genuine joy to use.
• Made to Be Used: Finished with food-safe oils, these spoons are durable companions for your culinary adventures. Many of my customers tell me that cooking feels more connected and enjoyable with a spoon that feels right in your hand.

Join the Spoonguy Community

My goal is to share the craft with users of my spoons and connect with people with an interest in the mindful craft of spoon carving. The best way to stay in the loop is to be like many who follow my journey of spoon creation and loved of wood, online.

Learn the Craft at a Workshop

Curious about how it's done? I teach beginner-friendly, one-day workshops during the cooler months between April and August. Held in a warm, sheltered outdoor spot, you'll learn the basics of axe and knife work and leave with your own handmade spoon.

Buying a Spoon

The very best place to buy a spoon is at the Toowoomba Farmer's Market on a Saturday morning. I do occasionally list finished spoons for online sale but to be honest, stock moves so well at the market, the time and effort to photograph and put into the online shop isn't worth it. Therefore inventory is very limited. If you are out of town or cannot make it to the farmer's market following on social media is the best way to get notified of new spoons and you can drop a message if you see one you want before it goes onto the market display.

Private showings and spoon carving demonstrations

By appopintment and for a small one-off fee, I offer viewings of a range of spoons I have made over the years covering a wide range of timbers and styles. In addition at my outdoor workspace, I provide an demonstration of stages in the spoon making process, from axing to knife work.

A selection ofspoons are available to purchase.

Get in Touch

Have a question? Want to discuss potentially donating some interesting wood? I'd love to hear from you.