Beginners Blacksmithing 3-day - January 2027
Dates: The classes are held on the following days of 2027: January 9, 10 and 16, 2027
Location: Minnesota School of Horseshoeing (See map below)
Class Description: The beginners’ basic classes are designed to give everyone the same understanding of the basics, techniques and terminology. The basic classes or proficiency are required before taking any of the many other classes the Guild offers. This enables those classes to concentrate on advanced techniques without having to spend time on basic concepts.
This 3-day class covers the basics of:
Safety,
Tools,
Fire Control,
Forging Dynamics,
Tapers (ribbon, fishtail, point),
Twisting,
Riveting,
Shouldering,
Upset,
Cutting,
Splitting,
Punching,
Scrolling,
Bending,
Forge welding.
Class Size: 8
Class level: Beginners
Cost: $230 for NON members, $200 for Guild members (covers everything you need: the facility, coal, metal tools and workbook).
Minors (under 18) must have a parent present. Minors under 14 need one adult per child. There will be no sharing of forges.
Instructor: Marty Masters, phone: 651-285-8731, email: martin.masters@metalsmith.org
Class Champion: Laurel Larkin, phone: 651-955-9379, email: GidgetGoesToThyatira@gmail.com
What you need to bring: Eye, ear and skin protection. This includes safety glasses, ear muff or plugs and suitable clothing which includes hard shoes, cotton or leather. Synthetic and polyester clothing will burn and melt. There will be sparks and brushes against hot metal.
Tools: Tools are provided but if you have a favorite hammer, punches, chisels and tools, bring them along. A small 1 to 2 pound ball peen hammer would work. We have various hammers for you to try and get a feel for what is comfortable.
Safety Equipment: Eye, ear and skin protection. This includes safety glasses, earmuffs or plugs and suitable clothing which includes hard shoes, cotton or leather. Synthetic and polyester clothing will burn and melt. There will be sparks and brushes against hot metal.
Special Instructions: Bring plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated during the class.
Typical day: Classes start at 9 but people usually show up earlier to swap stories or show off recent projects. Feel free to bring projects you are working on to show.
Lunch: We have a break for lunch. Bring lunch or go to a local restaurant.
Registration opens Nov1.To register: For non-members, Click [HERE] to register.
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