Forging Cooking Utensils:Spoons, Ladles & Bowls Workshop
We will start with basic forging techniques- shouldering, tapering, spreading and sinking to create spoons out of steel bar stock. Forge welding and upsetting will also be introduced. Next we will move on to making bowls out of sheet steel, using sinking and planishing.The workshop culminates in creating a useful and beautiful ladle.The bowl of the ladle will […]
Forging A Hunting Utility Knife
This class will focus on the form and function of a contemporary hunting and skinning blade. Students will learn the basics of forging, grinding, and the practice/metallurgy of heat treating high carbon steel. They can expect to have a fully finished and hard-use knife completed by the end of the course. Students will need safety glasses, […]
ABANA Certification Level 1: Part 2
If you are interested in improving your forging skills in a more formal way, the Artist-Blacksmith’s Association of North America (ABANA) has developed a 3-level certification curriculum. This curriculum was created to develop the fundamental skills and techniques in blacksmithing using a series of projects culminating in a final project at each level showcasing the student's […]
Introduction To Blacksmithing: Session C
Come learn the basics of forging steel in a fun and inclusive environment. Geared towards the absolute beginner, this workshop is designed to be educational and enjoyable for everyone. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, you will learn techniques to build confidence in the forge. Students will shape and forge hot steel using a hammer and an […]
Teen Blacksmithing: Session A
This class will teach teen students basic forging techniques. Students will learn how to build and maintain a coal fire, and use the new skills to make several small projects such as hooks, fire pokers, and hand forged jewelry. Students will need safety glasses, leather work gloves, (welding gauntlets not needed) and should wear jeans, […]
Teen Blacksmithing: Session B
This class will teach teen students basic forging techniques. Students will learn how to build and maintain a coal fire, and use the new skills to make several small projects such as hooks, fire pokers, and hand forged jewelry. Students will need safety glasses, leather work gloves, (welding gauntlets not needed) and should wear jeans, […]
Teen Blacksmithing: Session C
This class will teach teen students basic forging techniques. Students will learn how to build and maintain a coal fire, and use the new skills to make several small projects such as hooks, fire pokers, and hand forged jewelry. Students will need safety glasses, leather work gloves, (welding gauntlets not needed) and should wear jeans, […]
The Art Of Orishigane Workshop
In this hands on 3 day workshop each student will learn the techniques and materials needed to make orishigane steel in small batches. Orishigane is a thousand+ year old process where Japanese swordsmiths make high carbon steel in a charcoal forge or furnace starting with iron. We will begin by building a charcoal furnace capable of […]
The War Hammer Workshop
In this blacksmith workshop students will hot punch holes in 1 1/4" round bar, split the face of the hammer and then forge a metal spike off the back end. Heat treat and hickory handles….then some war hammer testing on a steel drum! Students will need safety glasses, dust mask or respirator, leather work gloves, […]
Intro To The Hand Forged Blade Workshop: Session A
This workshop will cover the basics of forging, grinding, heat treating, and sharpening of a small utility knife. The instructor will discuss fit and finish, overall knife design, how to sharpen and care for knives, and how to begin making knives on your own. Students should expect to forge several blades over the weekend, and […]
