The Wizard’s Forge: Make a Magic Wand Workshop
You're a blacksmith, Harry! In this one night workshop, students will forge, bend, and twist a piece of metal into their own magical wand – just in time for spooky season! Perfect for a friends-night-out or date night! *No redheads will be harmed in the making of magic wands.
Introduction To Blacksmithing/Open Forge: Session B
Learn the fundamentals of blacksmithing in this beginner-friendly workshop, or continue previous projects. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, you'll build confidence at the forge while learning to heat, shape, and forge steel using a hammer and anvil to create a variety of projects.
Students will need safety glasses, dust mask or respirator, leather work gloves, (welding gauntlets not needed) and should wear jeans, a non-flammable cotton shirt and/or jacket, and closed-toed boots or leather shoes. Our forge is an outdoor building that is only semi-enclosed; please dress accordingly.
For full-day workshops, please bring a lunch to be on the safe side, as there may or may not be time to get food during a lunch break.
The Bowie Knife Workshop
The Bowie knife is one of America’s most famous knives steeped in history and legend. In this five day intensive students will learn forging, grinding, and heat treating this iconic blade. Once the blades are ready students will create a guard and handle using steel and wood.
Students will need safety glasses, dust mask or respirator, leather work gloves, (welding gauntlets not needed) and should wear jeans, a non-flammable cotton shirt and/or jacket, and closed-toed boots or leather shoes. Our forge is an outdoor building that is only semi-enclosed; please dress accordingly. For full-day workshops, please bring a lunch to be on the safe side, as there may or may not be time to get food during a lunch break.
Forging a Tomahawk Workshop
Forge a traditional tomahawk from start to finish using the slit and drift method to shape the head and create the eye. Learn essential blacksmithing techniques, including handle fitting, grinding, polishing, heat treating, and sharpening, while gaining an understanding of when and why different forging methods are used.
Students will need safety glasses, dust mask or respirator, leather work gloves, (welding gauntlets not needed) and should wear jeans, a non-flammable cotton shirt and/or jacket, and closed-toed boots or leather shoes. Our forge is an outdoor building that is only semi-enclosed; please dress accordingly. For full-day workshops, please bring a lunch to be on the safe side, as there may or may not be time to get food during a lunch break.
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, a non-flammable cotton shirt and/or jacket, and closed-toed boots or leather shoes. Our forge is an outdoor building that is only semi-enclosed; please dress accordingly.
Introduction To Blacksmithing/Open Forge: Session C
Learn the fundamentals of blacksmithing in this beginner-friendly workshop, or continue previous projects. Under the guidance of experienced instructors, you'll build confidence at the forge while learning to heat, shape, and forge steel using a hammer and anvil to create a variety of projects.
Students will need safety glasses, dust mask or respirator, leather work gloves, (welding gauntlets not needed) and should wear jeans, a non-flammable cotton shirt and/or jacket, and closed-toed boots or leather shoes. Our forge is an outdoor building that is only semi-enclosed; please dress accordingly.
For full-day workshops, please bring a lunch to be on the safe side, as there may or may not be time to get food during a lunch break.
Hand Forged Kitchen Knife Workshop
Craft a hand-forged steel kitchen knife with a custom wooden handle. Learn essential blacksmithing skills including forging the blade to shape, precise grinding to refine the edge, and expert sharpening techniques to achieve a razor-sharp finish. The class also covers handle design and fitting, heat treating for durability, and finishing techniques to create a knife that is both functional and beautiful.
Students will need safety glasses, dust mask or respirator, leather work gloves, (welding gauntlets not needed) and should wear jeans, a non-flammable cotton shirt and/or jacket, and closed-toed boots or leather shoes. Our forge is an outdoor building that is only semi-enclosed; please dress accordingly.
For full-day workshops, please bring a lunch to be on the safe side, as there may or may not be time to get food during a lunch break.
Knife Sharpening Workshop
Learn the essentials of knife sharpening using stones and honing tools to achieve a clean, precise edge. Perfect for beginners or anyone who wants to maintain their kitchen or workshop knives with confidence.
Students will need safety glasses, dust mask or respirator, leather work gloves, (welding gauntlets not needed) and should wear jeans, a non-flammable cotton shirt and/or jacket, and closed-toed boots or leather shoes. Our forge is an outdoor building that is only semi-enclosed; please dress accordingly.
For full-day workshops, please bring a lunch to be on the safe side, as there may or may not be time to get food during a lunch break.
Gnome for the Holidays: Forging Steel Gnomes Workshop
Students will create an ornamental steel gnomes figure for holiday decoration. These will be perfectly festive napkin weights or table/counter decorations for the holiday season, as well as unique and thoughtful gifts.
Festive Forging: Ornament Workshop
Forge one-of-a-kind holiday ornaments while learning the basics of blacksmithing! Students will create festive pieces such as candy canes, ornaments, hooks, wreaths, and candle holders while mastering forging techniques like hammering, bending, twisting, and decorative finishing.