Blacksmithing
Blacksmithing: Tomahawk
Mueller Industries 12951 Maurer Industrial, Saint Louis, United StatesJoin us to create a style of tomahawk deeply rooted in American history. Students will utilize key blacksmithing fundamentals along with basic fabrication. After the essential shape is formed and folded over mandrel students will learn to grind, harden and temper the piece to make a fully functional Tomahawk with handle included. Beginners are welcome, […]
Blacksmithing: 3 Piece BBQ Tool Set
Join us to create a custom decorative 3 piece BBQ tool set. This class is designed for beginning to intermediate smiths. The class focuses on the skills of basic forging techniques such as hammering, drawing out, upsetting, punch and rivet, chiseling and twisting the metal. Upon course completion you will take home a 3 piece […]
Blacksmithing: Ulu Knives
Mueller Industries 12951 Maurer Industrial, Saint Louis, United StatesJoin us to create 2 custom Alaskan Ulu style knives from a blank piece of 1/4 inch steel and 1/4"x1" bar steel. Class begins by drawing out the block to create a twisted handle. Students will continue to draw the blank into the shape of the blade, and finish by grinding and hardening the knife. […]
Learn the Art of Blacksmithing-5 Weeks
Join us for this five (5) part basic forging technique series. This course is designed for beginners to intermediate skill/knowledge. The critical thing to understand about this course is you are creating just about 1 project each week. You will learn or improve basic forging techniques, the essentials of fire building, hammering, drawing out, upsetting, […]
Blacksmithing: Patch Knife
Join us in creating your own custom knife crafted from a four-inch block of steel! Yes, you begin with the block of steel and leave with your own handmade knife! You will choose the style of twist for the handle and apply techniques to create individual look and style. Then, continue your project by learning […]
Blacksmithing: Tomahawk
Join us to create a style of tomahawk deeply rooted in American history. Students will utilize key blacksmithing fundamentals along with basic fabrication. After the essential shape is formed and folded over mandrel students will learn to grind, harden and temper the piece to make a fully functional Tomahawk with handle included. Beginners are welcome, […]
Copper Chasing: Leaf – 1 week class
Copper chasing is one of the oldest metal smithing occupations, producing useful items such as tools, kitchenware, tableware, jewelry, and more for centuries. Shaping metal with a hammer is the fundamental element of this class, Students learn to cold-hammer copper and apply the technique of copper chasing to create a decorative copper leaf. Class meets […]
Blacksmith Spike Knife
Join us in creating your own custom knife from a new higher carbon railroad spike! Students choose the style of twist for the handle and apply techniques to create individual look and style. Continue your project by learning how to forge the blade to shape, then finish by grinding and hardening your personalized knife. Want […]