This class will also cover the forging of heirloom-quality letter openers. Everyone loves the soft light of candles. Students will learn to make authentic Eighteenth Century table lamps and floor lamps, simple chandeliers and wall sconces. In this class students learn such things as how to build a fire, anvil posture, correct use of the hammer and tongs, drawing, shaping, bending, punching, tool making, heat-treating and much, much more.
Students come away with a good solid working knowledge of what blacksmithing is all about.
This class will cover traditional joinery such as welding, riveting, tenons, collaring, etc. For the serious smith. Students will learn to make an array of tools including punches, chisels, fullering tools and tongs and to apply the appropriate heat-treatment. These skills can then be used to design and create specialized tools for specific projects. Payment of class deposit can be check, money order or PayPal .