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November 2012
2012-2013 A-4 Beginners
This is the fourth of four (A-4) Beginners Blacksmithing classes to be held in October and November, 2012. Follow this link to read full information and find registration materials.
Find out more »Tool Box Class 2012
This is a two-day class: Saturday, November 10 and Saturday, December 8. Are you still using a 5 gallon bucket to haul your tools to classes? How gauche! Sign up for this class and you can soon be toting your tools in style. In this class students will make all the hardware for their own wooden tool box. Parts include hinges, bale handles with plates and cotter pins, a hasp and staple and, of course, nails. On the first day…
Find out more »December 2012
Handled Struck Tools Class 2012
Instructors: Jesse Gavin, Dave Gavin, Bob Brown, Herb Fick Tools & Equipment: Bring your favorite blacksmithing hammer, tongs for handling 5/8" round, 3/4" round, and 1 " square. Some tongs and punches are available. You will prefer your own if you have them. Other Equipment: Grinding equipment will be supplied and shared. Safety Equipment: Safety glasses & ear protection are mandatory. Other safety equipment may include: gloves, leather apron, cotton clothing, and leather shoes. Class Description: Learn some basics of heat…
Find out more »December Membership Meeting 2012
Prepare yourself for the best TGoM meeting of the year as we meet on Sunday, December 2 at the CSPS Hall for our annual festivities and our annual meeting. Last year, John Adams was the recipient of the annual Juaire/Hubler Award. Who will be so honored this year? And be sure to bring all your "show-n-tell" items to this meeting. Be proud of your productions! Another special feature of this year’s December meeting is an auction of demonstration items created…
Find out more »Poz-style Tongs Class 2012
Instructors: Darryl Ponder, Gordon Barr, Bob Brown Class size: Maximum 8, minimum 5 Prerequisites: Blacksmithing Basics class required, or equivalent experience. Bring: Your favorite hammer, slitting chisel if you have it, safety glasses, hearing protection. Wear natural fiber clothes and closed toe shoes. Other tools, materials provided Class Description: You are invited to spend a December Saturday learning how to make a pair of "Poz" style tongs while gathered around the heat of the coal forges at the Minnesota School…
Find out more »January 2013
2012-2013 B-1 Beginners
This is the first of four (B-1) Beginners Blacksmithing classes to be held in January, 2013. Follow this link to read full information and find registration materials.
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