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September 2019
6-inch Lancashire-style Hacksaw Class 2019
Instructors: Martin Pansch, Jim Ericksen, Tom Sanders Lancaster hacksaw Class size: Maximum students: 8 Minimum students: 4 Class description: Whether you are looking for an addition to your period demonstration kit or just want to add some class to your 5-gallon bucket the Lancashire style hacksaw is just the dapper tool you have been looking for. In this class we will be making a 6-inch version of this classic style hacksaw (see photo) using mostly traditional techniques. We will be…
Find out more »2019 Pre-Conference Class-2 days is FULL!
Instructor: Valerie Ostenak, www.valerieostenak.com Simple Curling Ribbon Class size: minimum 8, maximum 15. During this two-day class, guest instructor Valerie Ostenak will share the finesse of using hammer and anvil to cold-forge a sculptural neckpiece, bracelet, and earrings from non-ferrous metal. Copper wire of different gauges will be provided. Students may opt to bring silver. As no forge work is needed and lighter hammers will be used, a wide range of skill levels can be accommodated, though basic beginner blacksmith…
Find out more »2019 Pre-Conference Class-Day 2 of 2 Days is FULL!
Instructor: Valerie Ostenak, www.valerieostenak.com Simple Curling Ribbon Class size: minimum 8, maximum 15. During this two-day class, guest instructor Valerie Ostenak will share the finesse of using hammer and anvil to cold-forge a sculptural neckpiece, bracelet, and earrings from non-ferrous metal. Copper wire of different gauges will be provided. Students may opt to bring silver. As no forge work is needed and lighter hammers will be used, a wide range of skill levels can be accommodated, though basic beginner blacksmith…
Find out more »October 2019
2019 Beginners Blacksmithing 3-Day Class
Registration is now open for the 2019 three day Beginners Blacksmithing classes October 5, 12, 19 in Ramsey (MN School of Horseshoeing) The beginners basic classes are designed to give everyone the same understanding of the basics, techniques and terminology. The basic classes or proficiency is 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…
Find out more »2019-Bronze Pour-Day 1 of 3 days-ALL DAYS CANCELLED!
Day 1. Saturday, October 5, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Informational Session & Pattern Making Workshop Instructors: Hicks, Zadworny, Bettenberg Class size: 4 to 6 Cost: $150 for all 3 days Registration Due 9/22/19 We’ll be casting silicon bronze into two-part (cope and drag) sand molds from your pattern. For beginners, a flat-backed sculpted clay pattern is recommended (see photo). However, if you have something specific that you’d like to cast, please reach out to Peter Bettenberg to discuss the…
Find out more »October 2019 Membership Meeting-TGoM
New venue for October TGoM membership meeting Wednesday, Oct. 9! The next all member bi-monthly meeting will be held October 9 at a new venue - Leonardo’s Basement. This is near the Crosstown/ 35W area. Plenty of street parking is available. Steve Jevning is the director and our host. Leonardo’s Basement is a one of a kind creative learning environment for “kids” of all ages to design and build from their imagination. The Guild recently installed a coal forge and…
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