Behind the Scenes: Cracket Course Prep Begins! 🪵✨ Our next batch of cracket makers arrived today, ready to dive into the world of traditional craftsmanship. Under the guidance of our skilled workshop team, they’ll be learning all the essential techniques to craft their very own cracket from scratch. We kick things off with a foundational exercise—teaching the art of traditional joinery. Using precision and patience, participants learn how to perfectly mate two small pieces of wood, just like those pictured here. It’s a vital skill that ensures tight-fitting parts when it comes time to assemble their full cracket. And as a bonus? This practice piece doubles as a handy trivet for the kitchen—a small, functional reminder of their journey into woodworking. Stay tuned as these future makers bring their first crackets to life! 🛠️ #BlythTallShip #MaritimeHeritage #SkillsThatSail #BlythCommunity #Inspiredbyourpast #cracket #traditionalskills #traditionaljoinery #LocalTraditions #northeast #northeasttradition #northumberland #newcastle #PreservingTradition #PreservingHistory #blyth (fb)

Spotlight on 🔎 The Blyth Tall Ship Sea Shanty Singers! We’re incredibly lucky to be surrounded by so many fantastic volunteers, who really have taken Blyth Tall Ship into their hearts. Our Sea Shanty Singers were originally brought together by a Blyth Tall Ship wellbeing initiative, however they are still meeting and singing across Northumberland long after the end of the course. Sounding amazing and preserving maritime heritage in real time, we’re sure you think they’re great too! If you see them performing, give them a wave. #blythtallship #skillsthatsail #heritageworkshop #MaritimeSkills #SeaShantyVibes #seashanties #maritimeheritage #btssss #traditionalcrafts (fb)