INTRODUCTION TO BLADESMITHING (BLACKSMITH'S KNIFE) WITH CHRIS HIGHFIELD
Class Details
Students bring: a pair of safety glasses, non-synthetic work gloves, long sleeves (cotton or wool is best), and close-toed shoes.
Need a scholarship to attend a class? We offer full and half tuition awards (scholarships do not apply to class materials fee). Email info@tarweedfolkschool.com to register.
This class is not currently being offered.
Students in this class will be introduced to the art of traditional blacksmithing, by using various tools and techniques to forge a basic blacksmith’s knife. Students will learn how to manage and maintain the proper heating temperatures, how to hammer, bend, twist, grind and shape high carbon steel to make a functional blade. Both traditional and modern tools will be used in the process.
Age Requirement: this class is for adults and youth 12 and above. Please note: ages 12-17 must have a parent or guardian also registered for the class to participate.
