Classes and Events

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June 11 Introduction to blacksmithing.

This class is designed for the beginner smith in mind. You will learn the basics such as, tools and techniques for beginners.  You will be shown proper hammer technique, forge etiquette, safety, learn how to draw and taper, turn a scroll and will leave with several hand forged items that you have made.  This class will last 4-6 hours.  All materials and tools will be supplied.  Please bring safety glasses, wear cotton clothing, and leather shoes or boots.  cost of this class is 150.00 per person.  class is limited to 4 people.  

June 25-26

Intro to blade smithing

In this class you will forge a complete bird and trout style knife.  We will start with a 6" x 1"x1/4" piece of 1075 steal and forge it into a useable working knife.  You will be taught proper forging technique, how to flat grind, proper heat treat, and how to attach and shape a handle.  All materials and tools are provided.  Please bring proper personal protection equipment such as safety glasses, wear cotton clothing and leather shoes or boots.  Cost of class is 275.00

  July 9 Introduction to blacksmithing. This class is designed for the beginner smith in mind. You will learn the basics such as, tools and techniques for beginners.  You will be shown proper hammer technique, forge etiquette, safety, learn how to draw and taper, turn a scroll and will leave with several hand forged items that you have made.  This class will last 4-6 hours.  All materials and tools will be supplied.  Please bring safety glasses, wear cotton clothing, and leather shoes or boots.  cost of this class is 150.00 per person.  class is limited to 4 people.  

July 16

Forging a rose

In this class I will show you how I forge a rose from start to finish.  You will leave with one complete flower.  No experience needed.  I will show you how to texture and form the petals and put it all together to make a life looking rose from steel.  All Materials and tools are provided.  Please bring and wear all personal protection equipment, such as safety glasses, 100% cotton clothing, and leather shoes or boots. Cost of class is 175.00 per person limit to 6 people.

August 13 Intermediate

Forge a swing hook

For this class you need some experience forging.  In this class we will forge a swing hook for a plant hanger of lantern.  All tools and materials provided.  Please bring and wear proper PPE  such as safety glasses, 100% cotton clothing, leather boots or shoes.  Class cost is 250.00  Limit of 4 people.

August 27

spoons, forks, knives

In this class we will forge a set of eating utensils.

One fork, one knife, and a spoon.  No experience necessary.  all tools and materials provided.  Please bring and wear proper ppe.  Such as safety glasses, 100 % cotton clothing, and leather shoes or boots.  Class costs 175.00 per person limit 4 people.

September 3, 2022

 Introduction to blacksmithing. This class is designed for the beginner smith in mind. You will learn the basics such as, tools and techniques for beginners.  You will be shown proper hammer technique, forge etiquette, safety, learn how to draw and taper, turn a scroll and will leave with several hand forged items that you have made.  This class will last 4-6 hours.  All materials and tools will be supplied.  Please bring safety glasses, wear cotton clothing, and leather shoes or boots.  cost of this class is 150.00 per person.  class is limited to 4 people.  Class starts at 10:00am and goes until 6:00 pm.