Events

Class to cover the considerations of shop layout and anvil tooling. Project:  Square, octagon, round chisel point, and diamond tapers for the Level 1 certification.  A simple leaf for Level […]

Class to cover basic techniques of hardening and tempering in a coal forge, with projects to practice those techniques. We will discuss: Basic Metallurgy of iron and its alloys Heat […]

Class will cover basic styles of tongs and methods to make them. We will discuss: Shapes of tongs Materials to use for tongs Methods of forging tongs Demonstration of forging […]

Class will cover how to join iron/steel with heat and pressure...ie: the forge and a hammer. There will be a demonstration of different methods of forge welding. The project will […]

Learn how to make spoons, forks, spatulas, and ladles in one piece or with riveted bowls of iron, copper, brass, or stainless steel. Project: Kitchen spoon or ladle with riveted […]

Make the tools needed for these heads.  Then practice making wizards and other possibilities. Cost includes a carving block.

Discussion of the intricacies of forging and finishing blades.  We will cover some of the popular steels used for knives. Project: Forge a "low tech" knife with integral handle.  A […]