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SUMMARY:April 5 2025 Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:April 5 is the next Guild of Metalsmiths Membership Meeting\nOn Saturday\, April 5\, The Guild of Metalsmiths next membership meeting will be held at Midwest Knife-maker’s Supply in Mankato MN. We will meet there from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Be sure to bring show-n-tell items. They have a warehouse of materials that we will be able to roam through and pick up items to buy . There will be a demonstration or two about knife handles\, construction\, and materials.\nMidwest Knifemaker’s Supply\n2650 9th Ave\nMankato MN 56001\nIf you have questions about this meeting\, please contact Jesse Gavin\, email jagavin6273@hotmail.com \nInvitation to lunch after April 5 Membership Meeting \nMyron Hanson is extending an invitation to his cabin after the April Membership Meeting for a cookout. Myron will provide hamburgers\, buns\, ketchup and beans. Please bring a dish\, chips or desserts to share. You will need to bring the beverage(s) of your choice. There is a request for a Grill Chef. If you like cooking on the grill and would be willing to share your talents\, please mention it with your R.S.V.P. \n\nThe cabin’s location is: 50306 Sunset Lane\, Waterville\, MN 56096.\nTime for the cookout: Directly after the April 5 Membership Meeting.\nMyron is asking you for R.S.V.P. so proper preparations can be made. To R.S.V.P. you can call Myron at 651-338-0574 or Kim at 651-328-7219\, or email tgom.volunteer@gmail.com.\n\nTo get to the location in Mankato…(map below) \nTwo easy options to choose from: take 169 south to Mankato\, then east on Hwy 14 or come in from the east on Hwy 60 or I35 and go west on Hwy 14 to 3rd Avenue\, go north on 3rd Ave\, turn left on Summit\, left on 9th Avenue\, right into parking lot. \n \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/april-5-2025-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:Mankato Knifemaker’s Supply\, 2650 9th Ave\, Mankato\, MN\, 56001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Jesse Gavin":MAILTO:jagavin6273@hotmail.com
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SUMMARY:Brass & Copper Decorative Techniques 2025
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Sara Gries \nTechniques with patina \nClass Description: Sara Gries will share what she’s learned from years of exploring/ experimenting with brass and copper\, specifically for this class the decorative potential of various processes: etching\, creating patina (coloring) by means of chemical or heat reaction (“flame colouring”)\, plating and removal/abrasion. In addition\, she will share tips for design (how to transfer your idea to the metal\, how to make curves and fine areas appear visually smooth and balanced) and will demonstrate the practical application of cutting\, piercing\, and contouring techniques. This is not a project class\, but you’ll have several “samplers” to take home as you\, too\, explore the potential to apply these techniques to your jewelry\, knife-making\, tin work\, or copper smithing. There is no prerequisite of skills for this class. Just bring your curiosity and safety glasses. Chemicals and a micro-torch will be used for a few techniques\, so we are limiting this to adults.\nRegistration deadline is March 31st. \nSafety Equipment: Safety glasses \nSpecial Instructions: participants will be asked to bring a small sketched image to practice the transfer and etch process. Details will be provided in the acceptance letter. \nLunch Arrangements: bring your own \nClass Manager: Christina Dodge christina.guildmbr@gmail.com \nTo register online go to The Guild of Metalsmiths website\, https://www.metalsmith.org/education \nOr to mail in a check\, contact Christina Dodge to reserve a spot or for additional information. \nAcceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the online transaction date or postage date\, and each person will be notified individually.
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/brass-copper-decorative-techniques-2025/
LOCATION:Rick Wessling Shop\, 3442 North Washington Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55412\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
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SUMMARY:Flatware Jewelry Class 2025
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Larry Nevin\n\n \nClass Description: Come and make a custom piece of jewelry for your favorite person or better yet\, for yourself. This class is a wonderful opportunity for beginner metal smiths and a good challenge for the advanced metal smith. \nTools and Equipment or other items participants are to bring to the class: Students will need to bring a slotted serving spoon to class. Silver\, silver plate and stainless flatware works well. \nSafety Equipment: safety glasses\, hearing protection\, clothing of natural fiber with no cuffs or fraying\, and leather boots or shoes. \nLunch Arrangements: Bring snacks and beverages\, we will not be breaking for lunch. \nTo register online go to The Guild of Metalsmiths website\, https://www.metalsmith.org/education \nOr to mail in a check\, contact Kim Maas to reserve a spot at tgom.volunteer@gmail.com \nAcceptance will be in the order submitted\, based on the online transaction date or postage date\, and each person will be notified individually. \n 
URL:https://www.metalsmith.org/event/flatware-jewelry-class-2025/
LOCATION:Jackson Street Roundhouse\, 193 Pennsylvania Avenue East\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Upcoming
ORGANIZER;CN="Kim Maas":MAILTO:TGoM.volunteer@gmail.com
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