Beginner Workshops Phase 1
Workshops are offered so you can "Try It"
These workshops are perfect for the person who wants to learn texturing and hammer control before they sign up for a blacksmithing class
Heart Hook
This Beginner Workshop Phase 1 class. You will make one heart hook you can be creative by hammering the heart or twisting the hook as shown. Class on Saturday 12:30 to 2:00
Butterfly hook
This Beginner Workshop Phase 1 class. You will make a sweet butterfly hook, you will be able to create your butterfly with it's own personality. Using punches for details. Class on Saturday 12:30 -2:00
Leaf Hook
This Beginner Workshop Phase 1 class you will make a leaf hook, using hammering techniques and a chisle to give life to your leaf. Class on Sat 12:30 to 2:00
Beginner Workshops Phase 1
Self guided forge time
This is time you can book at the forge to-experiment. If you want to heat a piece of metal and see what happens or if you have an idea, drawing and want to try it-book forge time.
Fork, Spoon & Knife
This is a Beginnner Workshop Phase 1 class. In this class you will make a spoon. Then you come back to make a fork then third time back make your knife. Saturday 12:30 to 2:00
Herb rack/Key rack
This is a Beginner Workshop Phase 1 class. 1 1/2 hours. A very handy item or excellent gift to make for someone. Saturday 12:30 to 2:00
Call 617-969-5424 or email Hammstudio@aol.com
Beginner Blacksmithing Classes
Phase 2
Hammer control, stamina are essential for the beginner
Hand Forged Spoon
This Phase 2 class we recommend you take first because it will teach you basics of blacksmithing. Drawing out, shouldering, tapering, upsetting, twisting and shaping. Excellent place to begin and build upon.
Small Knife mild steel
This Phase 2 class is for someone who wants to begin their knife making journey. Using mild steel is easier than carbon steel and is a good place for a beginner to start.
Throwing Knife
This is a Phase 2 class you will hand forge a throwing knife. Using mild steel.
Phase 3
These classes will require good hammer control which you will have after phase 1 and 2 classes.
Blacksmithing Tongs
This Phase 3 blacksmithing class you will hand forge a pair of tongs. An excellent way to start you very own blacksmithing tool collection.
BBQ Fork
This is a Phase 3 beginner blacksmithing class. In this class you will learn splitting, twisting, drawing out material and shaping material with a handy bottle opener on the end, if you decide
Small Knife with twist
This is a Phase 3 Beginner blacksmithing class. This small knife in mild steel will require you to draw out the handle then twist the handle, a little more forging than the other small knife
Hammstudio@aol.com 617-969-5424
Gift Certificates Available
Blacksmithing Classes Phase 4
Small Knife (carbon steel)
Beginner blacksmithing Phase 4 class you will use carbon steel for knife making. This requires a little more strength working with carbon steel
Cross peen Hammer
Beginner blacksmithing Phase 4 class. This class you will hand forge a cross peen hammer. A great addition to your blacksmithing skill set and tool box also.
Small Tomahawk
Beginner Blacksmithing Phase 4 class. This class you will hand forge a tomahawk with a forged welded edge.
Other classes offered
Veterans-Thank you
We Thank Our Lucky Stars to be living here today!
So we want to Thank those who have served our country. We will take 30% off your first class -Thank You!
Spring Break
12:30 to 2:00 each day we make something different: spoon, fork, knife and hook . Monday-Thursday sign up for one or all four.
Private Lesson
Private Lessons are available for you to book- One on One instruction .This lesson can advance your blacksmithing skill set quickly. Get answers to the questions you have . Two hour intervals.
617-969-5424