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09
Dec
2024

Forged Outdoor Knives

Mon 09-12-2024 7:00 pm - Wed 11-12-2024 5:00 pm
$950

Two and a half day introduction to knifemaking and bladesmithing. Covering forging, grinding, heat treating and sharpening of two outdoor knives with hidden tangs.

12
Dec
2024

Knife sharpening

Thu 12-12-2024 7:00 pm -10:00 pm
$140

Evening class that covers a number of different techniques for making and keeping an edge sharp.

13
Dec
2024

Damascus Kitchen Knifemaking

Fri 13-12-2024 8:00 am - Sun 15-12-2024 5:00 pm
$1,550

This intensive three day weekend course immerses you in the world of Pattern Welded or Damascus steel and kitchen knives. You will learn techniques in welding, folding and patterning beautiful and unique steel. We'll be using a hydraulic power press, power hammer and rolling mill to make the welds and draw down the billets. You will then make two kitchen knives with the steel.

14
Dec
2024

Sculptural Spheres

Sat 14-12-2024 8:00 am -5:00 pm
$550
Sculptural Spheres

Sculpting with metal is easy to learn and rewarding to master. One you've got the basics down you're on your way - all you need is some inexpensive equipment and an artistic imagination. Suitable for people who have never-ever used tools in their life through to people who are comfortable working with metal

This one-day course for adults teaches participants the fundamental skills required to create sculptures at home. Our expert instructors will teach you these skills by guiding you through the process of creating a visually striking sphere.

14
Dec
2024

One Day One Knife

Sat 14-12-2024 8:00 am -5:30 pm
$550

Introduction to making knives by stock removal. This one day workshop will help you get started into knifemaking. Knife design, grinding, heat treating, blade finishes, scale making and sharpening are all covered.

We will show you techniques, tools and hints on how to get started making your own knives with minimal equipment, as you make your own knife today.

15
Dec
2024

Camp Axe

Sun 15-12-2024 8:00 am -5:00 pm
$550
Camp Axe

Learn how to make an axe that excels at bushcraft and woodcraft tasks. On this one-day course you’ll forge a high-quality Canadian Camp Axe while learning the theory and practice of designing and making bush axes.

You’ll go home with a superb axe that can be used for cutting, chopping, splitting, felling, hewing, or hammering. Best of all, you’ll leave with the knowledge and skills to go on and make your own general purpose bush axes.

15
Dec
2024

Essential Blacksmithing

Sun 15-12-2024 8:00 am -5:00 pm
$550

A lot of people want to get into blacksmithing - only a very small percentage are successful learning on their own.

Learn more in a day than you would spending a year or two floundering around by yourself. Build muscle memory so you know that you’re hitting right. Get an idea of how metal behaves when different processes are applied.

16
Dec
2024

Knifemaking Foundations

Mon 16-12-2024 8:00 am - Fri 20-12-2024 5:00 pm
$2,750

A one week immersive course in knifemaking for those who want to get a solid start. The course covers the knife making process with extra focus on forging, grinding and heat treatment of carbon steels. You will also make your own forge so you can continue to make and heat treat at home.

20
Dec
2024

Japanese Knifemaking

Fri 20-12-2024 7:00 pm - Sun 22-12-2024 6:00 pm
$950

Japanese kitchen knives have distinct elegance in both form and function. In this intensive two and a half day course you will build two traditional style Japanese kitchen knives. Options include hammer finished or polished blades, chisel grind or V grind and a variety of handles choices. These blades will provide you with years of excellent service in your kitchen.

20
Dec
2024

Japanese Knifemaking

Fri 20-12-2024 7:00 pm - Sun 22-12-2024 6:00 pm
$950

Japanese kitchen knives have distinct elegance in both form and function. In this intensive two and a half day course you will build two traditional style Japanese kitchen knives. Options include hammer finished or polished blades, chisel grind or V grind and a variety of handles choices. These blades will provide you with years of excellent service in your kitchen.

09
Jan
2025

Teen Blacksmithing

Thu 09-01-2025 9:00 am -4:30 pm
$300

One day introduction to Blacksmithing for younger people. This challenging class is for 12 - 16 year olds. Experience the excitement of moving hot metal with hammers and other tools. A great way to get started on your blacksmithing journey.

09
Jan
2025

Knife sharpening

Thu 09-01-2025 7:00 pm -10:00 pm
$140

Evening class that covers a number of different techniques for making and keeping an edge sharp.

10
Jan
2025

Damascus Kitchen Knifemaking

Fri 10-01-2025 8:00 am - Sun 12-01-2025 5:00 pm
$1,550

This intensive three day weekend course immerses you in the world of Pattern Welded or Damascus steel and kitchen knives. You will learn techniques in welding, folding and patterning beautiful and unique steel. We'll be using a hydraulic power press, power hammer and rolling mill to make the welds and draw down the billets. You will then make two kitchen knives with the steel.

10
Jan
2025

Japanese Knifemaking

Fri 10-01-2025 7:00 pm - Sun 12-01-2025 6:00 pm
$950

Japanese kitchen knives have distinct elegance in both form and function. In this intensive two and a half day course you will build two traditional style Japanese kitchen knives. Options include hammer finished or polished blades, chisel grind or V grind and a variety of handles choices. These blades will provide you with years of excellent service in your kitchen.

11
Jan
2025

Sculptural Spheres

Sat 11-01-2025 8:00 am -5:00 pm
$550
Sculptural Spheres

Sculpting with metal is easy to learn and rewarding to master. One you've got the basics down you're on your way - all you need is some inexpensive equipment and an artistic imagination. Suitable for people who have never-ever used tools in their life through to people who are comfortable working with metal

This one-day course for adults teaches participants the fundamental skills required to create sculptures at home. Our expert instructors will teach you these skills by guiding you through the process of creating a visually striking sphere.

12
Jan
2025

Family Blacksmithing

Sun 12-01-2025 9:00 am -4:30 pm
$300

Our Family Blacksmithing courses are a popular way for families to unplug from the digital world and spend quality time together. Experience the excitement of the traditional art of Blacksmithing and reconnect with the joy of making something with your own hands.

13
Jan
2025

Blacksmithing Foundations

Mon 13-01-2025 8:00 am - Fri 17-01-2025 5:00 pm
$2,750

A one week immersive course in blacksmithing where you learn to make your own tools and a gas forge. The course covers making hammers, tongs, punches, drifts, forges and other blacksmithing tools. You get to take all the tools you make home with you as well as a gas forge so you can start making.

13
Jan
2025

Leatherworking Foundations

Mon 13-01-2025 8:00 am - Fri 17-01-2025 5:00 pm
$2,750

The key to getting into leatherwork isn't just learning basic skills. It’s about meta-skills. To be successful, you need to learn how to learn leatherwork.

Our five-day Leatherwork Foundations course will teach you the fundamental leatherwork skills required to successfully complete intermediate level projects. Importantly, you’ll also learn how to avoid wasting money on tools and material and how to choose projects that will end in success and growth. This course is suitable for anyone aged 16 years and up, no prior leatherwork experience necessary.

16
Jan
2025

Teen Blacksmithing

Thu 16-01-2025 9:00 am -4:30 pm
$300

One day introduction to Blacksmithing for younger people. This challenging class is for 12 - 16 year olds. Experience the excitement of moving hot metal with hammers and other tools. A great way to get started on your blacksmithing journey.

18
Jan
2025

Straight Razors

Sat 18-01-2025 8:00 am - Sun 19-01-2025 5:00 pm
$950

Carbon Fibre Straight Razor

Make the last razor you will ever use - a razor that if properly cared for will be handed down across generations.

There's a reason people still go to the barber for a Straight Razor shave. Disposable razors are convenient, but the results can't compare to a Straight Razor.

Also known as a "Cut Throat", a Straight Razor will virtually melt the hair off your face. Despite its keen edge, a Straight Razor is just as safe as a disposable razor when used with correct technique.

19
Jan
2025

Camp Axe

Sun 19-01-2025 8:00 am -5:00 pm
$550
Camp Axe

Learn how to make an axe that excels at bushcraft and woodcraft tasks. On this one-day course you’ll forge a high-quality Canadian Camp Axe while learning the theory and practice of designing and making bush axes.

You’ll go home with a superb axe that can be used for cutting, chopping, splitting, felling, hewing, or hammering. Best of all, you’ll leave with the knowledge and skills to go on and make your own general purpose bush axes.

20
Jan
2025

Japanese Knifemaking

Mon 20-01-2025 7:00 pm - Wed 22-01-2025 6:00 pm
$950

Japanese kitchen knives have distinct elegance in both form and function. In this intensive two and a half day course you will build two traditional style Japanese kitchen knives. Options include hammer finished or polished blades, chisel grind or V grind and a variety of handles choices. These blades will provide you with years of excellent service in your kitchen.

24
Jan
2025

Japanese Knifemaking

Fri 24-01-2025 7:00 pm - Sun 26-01-2025 6:00 pm
$950

Japanese kitchen knives have distinct elegance in both form and function. In this intensive two and a half day course you will build two traditional style Japanese kitchen knives. Options include hammer finished or polished blades, chisel grind or V grind and a variety of handles choices. These blades will provide you with years of excellent service in your kitchen.

27
Jan
2025

One Day One Knife

Mon 27-01-2025 8:00 am -5:30 pm
$550

Introduction to making knives by stock removal. This one day workshop will help you get started into knifemaking. Knife design, grinding, heat treating, blade finishes, scale making and sharpening are all covered.

We will show you techniques, tools and hints on how to get started making your own knives with minimal equipment, as you make your own knife today.

31
Jan
2025

Damascus Kitchen Knifemaking

Fri 31-01-2025 8:00 am - Sun 02-02-2025 5:00 pm
$1,550

This intensive three day weekend course immerses you in the world of Pattern Welded or Damascus steel and kitchen knives. You will learn techniques in welding, folding and patterning beautiful and unique steel. We'll be using a hydraulic power press, power hammer and rolling mill to make the welds and draw down the billets. You will then make two kitchen knives with the steel.

31
Jan
2025

Stainless Kitchen Knives

Fri 31-01-2025 7:00 pm - Sun 02-02-2025 5:00 pm
$950
Stainless Kitchen Knives

Make two custom stainless steel full-tang kitchen knives and learn the basics of knife maintenance.

This is a course for anyone who wants to make their own stainless steel knives, regardless of whether they've never touched a tool in their life or they're a seasoned maker looking to learn more about working with stainless steel.

We will explain the techniques, equipment and little tricks (especially for heat treating stainless steel) that will get you started making your own knives from stainless steel. In addition, you'll receive a free professional-grade ceramic honing rod along with the knowledge and skills required to keep your kitchen knives in top condition.

01
Feb
2025

Firepits

Sat 01-02-2025 8:00 am -5:00 pm
$650
Firepits

Are you ready to turn up the heat on your creativity and learn the art of firepit construction? Join us for an exhilarating one-day workshop where you'll unleash your creativity and master the skills to design, fabricate, and finish stunning firepits. From understanding firepit aesthetics to welding and assembly techniques, our experienced artisans will guide you through every step of the process. Gain insights into materials, fire safety, and finishing touches, and ignite your passion for craftsmanship. Don't miss this opportunity to create your own firepit masterpiece.

02
Feb
2025

Damascus Steel

Sun 02-02-2025 8:00 am -5:00 pm
$600

Introduction to Damascus steel making - Forge welding, drawing billets out, pattern construction and acid etching.

07
Feb
2025

Japanese Knifemaking

Fri 07-02-2025 7:00 pm - Sun 09-02-2025 6:00 pm
$950

Japanese kitchen knives have distinct elegance in both form and function. In this intensive two and a half day course you will build two traditional style Japanese kitchen knives. Options include hammer finished or polished blades, chisel grind or V grind and a variety of handles choices. These blades will provide you with years of excellent service in your kitchen.

07
Feb
2025

Forged Outdoor Knives

Fri 07-02-2025 7:00 pm - Sun 09-02-2025 5:00 pm
$950

Two and a half day introduction to knifemaking and bladesmithing. Covering forging, grinding, heat treating and sharpening of two outdoor knives with hidden tangs.

08
Feb
2025

Sculptural Spheres

Sat 08-02-2025 8:00 am -5:00 pm
$550
Sculptural Spheres

Sculpting with metal is easy to learn and rewarding to master. One you've got the basics down you're on your way - all you need is some inexpensive equipment and an artistic imagination. Suitable for people who have never-ever used tools in their life through to people who are comfortable working with metal

This one-day course for adults teaches participants the fundamental skills required to create sculptures at home. Our expert instructors will teach you these skills by guiding you through the process of creating a visually striking sphere.

09
Feb
2025

Essential Blacksmithing

Sun 09-02-2025 8:00 am -5:00 pm
$550

A lot of people want to get into blacksmithing - only a very small percentage are successful learning on their own.

Learn more in a day than you would spending a year or two floundering around by yourself. Build muscle memory so you know that you’re hitting right. Get an idea of how metal behaves when different processes are applied.

10
Feb
2025

Knifemaking Foundations

Mon 10-02-2025 8:00 am - Fri 14-02-2025 5:00 pm
$2,750

A one week immersive course in knifemaking for those who want to get a solid start. The course covers the knife making process with extra focus on forging, grinding and heat treatment of carbon steels. You will also make your own forge so you can continue to make and heat treat at home.

13
Feb
2025

Knife sharpening

Thu 13-02-2025 7:00 pm -10:00 pm
$140

Evening class that covers a number of different techniques for making and keeping an edge sharp.

14
Feb
2025

Damascus Kitchen Knifemaking

Fri 14-02-2025 8:00 am - Sun 16-02-2025 5:00 pm
$1,550

This intensive three day weekend course immerses you in the world of Pattern Welded or Damascus steel and kitchen knives. You will learn techniques in welding, folding and patterning beautiful and unique steel. We'll be using a hydraulic power press, power hammer and rolling mill to make the welds and draw down the billets. You will then make two kitchen knives with the steel.

15
Feb
2025

One Day One Knife

Sat 15-02-2025 8:00 am -5:30 pm
$550

Introduction to making knives by stock removal. This one day workshop will help you get started into knifemaking. Knife design, grinding, heat treating, blade finishes, scale making and sharpening are all covered.

We will show you techniques, tools and hints on how to get started making your own knives with minimal equipment, as you make your own knife today.

16
Feb
2025

Intro to Leatherwork - Book Covers

Sun 16-02-2025 8:00 am -5:30 pm
$350

Learn the basics of traditional leatherwork through the process of covering a book. You’ll go home with a handcrafted book cover and journal along with the skills to make your own book covers to protect your own cherished books, diaries and notebooks.

Making your first leather book cover introduces you to essential techniques such as cutting, burnishing, stitching, stamping and more. Most importantly, you’ll learn how leather behaves as it is fitted around solid bodies. This means you’ll be able to make more of your own book covers, as well as covers and cases for objects with similar shapes such as a phone or tablet.

Suitable for adults and children age 12+

16
Feb
2025

Camp Axe

Sun 16-02-2025 8:00 am -5:00 pm
$550
Camp Axe

Learn how to make an axe that excels at bushcraft and woodcraft tasks. On this one-day course you’ll forge a high-quality Canadian Camp Axe while learning the theory and practice of designing and making bush axes.

You’ll go home with a superb axe that can be used for cutting, chopping, splitting, felling, hewing, or hammering. Best of all, you’ll leave with the knowledge and skills to go on and make your own general purpose bush axes.

17
Feb
2025

Japanese Knifemaking

Mon 17-02-2025 7:00 pm - Wed 19-02-2025 6:00 pm
$950

Japanese kitchen knives have distinct elegance in both form and function. In this intensive two and a half day course you will build two traditional style Japanese kitchen knives. Options include hammer finished or polished blades, chisel grind or V grind and a variety of handles choices. These blades will provide you with years of excellent service in your kitchen.

21
Feb
2025

Damascus Kitchen Knifemaking

Fri 21-02-2025 8:00 am - Sun 23-02-2025 5:00 pm
$1,550

This intensive three day weekend course immerses you in the world of Pattern Welded or Damascus steel and kitchen knives. You will learn techniques in welding, folding and patterning beautiful and unique steel. We'll be using a hydraulic power press, power hammer and rolling mill to make the welds and draw down the billets. You will then make two kitchen knives with the steel.

28
Feb
2025

Forged Outdoor Knives

Fri 28-02-2025 7:00 pm - Sun 02-03-2025 5:00 pm
$950

Two and a half day introduction to knifemaking and bladesmithing. Covering forging, grinding, heat treating and sharpening of two outdoor knives with hidden tangs.

28
Feb
2025

Stainless Outdoor Knives

Fri 28-02-2025 7:00 pm - Sun 02-03-2025 6:00 pm
$950

Make two custom stainless steel full-tang outdoor knives together with two custom fitted Kydex sheaths. Whether you are hunting, camping, fishing or out field in the military, these knives won't let you down. At the end of this course you'll walk away with two outstanding handmade knives ready to wear on your belt.

This course is suitable for anyone, even if they haven't used tools before. If you're a knifemaker, this course will take the mystery out of working with stainless and show you how to get consistent results at home with only basic equipment.

07
Mar
2025

Japanese Knifemaking

Fri 07-03-2025 7:00 pm - Sun 09-03-2025 6:00 pm
$950

Japanese kitchen knives have distinct elegance in both form and function. In this intensive two and a half day course you will build two traditional style Japanese kitchen knives. Options include hammer finished or polished blades, chisel grind or V grind and a variety of handles choices. These blades will provide you with years of excellent service in your kitchen.

09
Mar
2025

Custom Leather Aprons

Sun 09-03-2025 8:00 am -4:00 pm
$500

Imagine your own custom leather apron made from heavy duty, premium leather. It fits you perfectly and has the right pockets, for the right tools, in the right places. That’s what this course is all about.

Learn how to make leather aprons by making your very own custom apron on this one day course.

These leather workshop aprons are tough. They are ideal for blacksmiths, bladesmiths, woodworkers, or anyone who spends time in a workshop, studio or garage.

Suitable for adults and children age 14+

10
Mar
2025

Blacksmithing Foundations

Mon 10-03-2025 8:00 am - Fri 14-03-2025 5:00 pm
$2,750

A one week immersive course in blacksmithing where you learn to make your own tools and a gas forge. The course covers making hammers, tongs, punches, drifts, forges and other blacksmithing tools. You get to take all the tools you make home with you as well as a gas forge so you can start making.

13
Mar
2025

Knife sharpening

Thu 13-03-2025 7:00 pm -10:00 pm
$140

Evening class that covers a number of different techniques for making and keeping an edge sharp.

14
Mar
2025

Leather Sneakers

Fri 14-03-2025 8:00 am -5:00 pm
$500
Leather Sneakers

Make you orwn, original pair of leather sneakers in this exciting one day class. Lou from the Shoe School in Melbourne will take you through the tips and tricks to make a comfortable pair of shoes made just fior you. 

14
Mar
2025

Damascus Kitchen Knifemaking

Fri 14-03-2025 8:00 am - Sun 16-03-2025 5:00 pm
$1,550

This intensive three day weekend course immerses you in the world of Pattern Welded or Damascus steel and kitchen knives. You will learn techniques in welding, folding and patterning beautiful and unique steel. We'll be using a hydraulic power press, power hammer and rolling mill to make the welds and draw down the billets. You will then make two kitchen knives with the steel.

15
Mar
2025

Leather Sneakers

Sat 15-03-2025 8:00 am -5:00 pm
$500
Leather Sneakers

Make you orwn, original pair of leather sneakers in this exciting one day class. Lou from the Shoe School in Melbourne will take you through the tips and tricks to make a comfortable pair of shoes made just fior you. 

16
Mar
2025

Leather Sneakers

Sun 16-03-2025 8:00 am -5:00 pm
$500
Leather Sneakers

Make you orwn, original pair of leather sneakers in this exciting one day class. Lou from the Shoe School in Melbourne will take you through the tips and tricks to make a comfortable pair of shoes made just fior you. 

22
Mar
2025

One Day One Knife

Sat 22-03-2025 8:00 am -5:30 pm
$550

Introduction to making knives by stock removal. This one day workshop will help you get started into knifemaking. Knife design, grinding, heat treating, blade finishes, scale making and sharpening are all covered.

We will show you techniques, tools and hints on how to get started making your own knives with minimal equipment, as you make your own knife today.

23
Mar
2025

Camp Axe

Sun 23-03-2025 8:00 am -5:00 pm
$550
Camp Axe

Learn how to make an axe that excels at bushcraft and woodcraft tasks. On this one-day course you’ll forge a high-quality Canadian Camp Axe while learning the theory and practice of designing and making bush axes.

You’ll go home with a superb axe that can be used for cutting, chopping, splitting, felling, hewing, or hammering. Best of all, you’ll leave with the knowledge and skills to go on and make your own general purpose bush axes.

04
Apr
2025

Forged Outdoor Knives

Fri 04-04-2025 7:00 pm - Sun 06-04-2025 5:00 pm
$950

Two and a half day introduction to knifemaking and bladesmithing. Covering forging, grinding, heat treating and sharpening of two outdoor knives with hidden tangs.

04
Apr
2025

Stainless Kitchen Knives

Fri 04-04-2025 7:00 pm - Sun 06-04-2025 5:00 pm
$950
Stainless Kitchen Knives

Make two custom stainless steel full-tang kitchen knives and learn the basics of knife maintenance.

This is a course for anyone who wants to make their own stainless steel knives, regardless of whether they've never touched a tool in their life or they're a seasoned maker looking to learn more about working with stainless steel.

We will explain the techniques, equipment and little tricks (especially for heat treating stainless steel) that will get you started making your own knives from stainless steel. In addition, you'll receive a free professional-grade ceramic honing rod along with the knowledge and skills required to keep your kitchen knives in top condition.

07
Apr
2025

Knifemaking Foundations

Mon 07-04-2025 8:00 am - Fri 11-04-2025 5:00 pm
$2,750

A one week immersive course in knifemaking for those who want to get a solid start. The course covers the knife making process with extra focus on forging, grinding and heat treatment of carbon steels. You will also make your own forge so you can continue to make and heat treat at home.

10
Apr
2025

Knife sharpening

Thu 10-04-2025 7:00 pm -10:00 pm
$140

Evening class that covers a number of different techniques for making and keeping an edge sharp.

11
Apr
2025

Japanese Knifemaking

Fri 11-04-2025 7:00 pm - Sun 13-04-2025 6:00 pm
$950

Japanese kitchen knives have distinct elegance in both form and function. In this intensive two and a half day course you will build two traditional style Japanese kitchen knives. Options include hammer finished or polished blades, chisel grind or V grind and a variety of handles choices. These blades will provide you with years of excellent service in your kitchen.

18
Apr
2025

Damascus Kitchen Knifemaking

Fri 18-04-2025 8:00 am - Sun 20-04-2025 5:00 pm
$1,550

This intensive three day weekend course immerses you in the world of Pattern Welded or Damascus steel and kitchen knives. You will learn techniques in welding, folding and patterning beautiful and unique steel. We'll be using a hydraulic power press, power hammer and rolling mill to make the welds and draw down the billets. You will then make two kitchen knives with the steel.

18
Apr
2025

Leatherworking Foundations

Fri 18-04-2025 8:00 am - Tue 22-04-2025 5:00 pm
$2,750

The key to getting into leatherwork isn't just learning basic skills. It’s about meta-skills. To be successful, you need to learn how to learn leatherwork.

Our five-day Leatherwork Foundations course will teach you the fundamental leatherwork skills required to successfully complete intermediate level projects. Importantly, you’ll also learn how to avoid wasting money on tools and material and how to choose projects that will end in success and growth. This course is suitable for anyone aged 16 years and up, no prior leatherwork experience necessary.

18
Apr
2025

Firepits

Fri 18-04-2025 8:00 am -5:00 pm
$650
Firepits

Are you ready to turn up the heat on your creativity and learn the art of firepit construction? Join us for an exhilarating one-day workshop where you'll unleash your creativity and master the skills to design, fabricate, and finish stunning firepits. From understanding firepit aesthetics to welding and assembly techniques, our experienced artisans will guide you through every step of the process. Gain insights into materials, fire safety, and finishing touches, and ignite your passion for craftsmanship. Don't miss this opportunity to create your own firepit masterpiece.

19
Apr
2025

One Day One Knife

Sat 19-04-2025 8:00 am -5:30 pm
$550

Introduction to making knives by stock removal. This one day workshop will help you get started into knifemaking. Knife design, grinding, heat treating, blade finishes, scale making and sharpening are all covered.

We will show you techniques, tools and hints on how to get started making your own knives with minimal equipment, as you make your own knife today.

21
Apr
2025

Damascus Steel

Mon 21-04-2025 8:00 am -5:00 pm
$600

Introduction to Damascus steel making - Forge welding, drawing billets out, pattern construction and acid etching.

25
Apr
2025

Damascus Kitchen Knifemaking

Fri 25-04-2025 8:00 am - Sun 27-04-2025 5:00 pm
$1,550

This intensive three day weekend course immerses you in the world of Pattern Welded or Damascus steel and kitchen knives. You will learn techniques in welding, folding and patterning beautiful and unique steel. We'll be using a hydraulic power press, power hammer and rolling mill to make the welds and draw down the billets. You will then make two kitchen knives with the steel.

25
Apr
2025

Asado BBQ

Fri 25-04-2025 7:00 pm - Sun 27-04-2025 6:00 pm
$1,150
Asado BBQ

A South American tradition, the asado BBQ can also be used to cook in a variety of other BBQ styles, including some you may already be familiar with, that use spits and grills.

Of course, a spectacular BBQ deserves spectacular equipment. Asides from making your own asado BBQ, you’ll also be making a massive stainless steel carving knife out of fine Swedish cutlery steel. Best of all you’ll learn how to use what you make during a BBQ feast on the course.

No BBQ or metalwork experience necessary; this course is suitable for anyone age 16 and up.

02
May
2025

Forged Outdoor Knives

Fri 02-05-2025 7:00 pm - Sun 04-05-2025 5:00 pm
$950

Two and a half day introduction to knifemaking and bladesmithing. Covering forging, grinding, heat treating and sharpening of two outdoor knives with hidden tangs.

02
May
2025

Stainless Outdoor Knives

Fri 02-05-2025 7:00 pm - Sun 04-05-2025 6:00 pm
$950

Make two custom stainless steel full-tang outdoor knives together with two custom fitted Kydex sheaths. Whether you are hunting, camping, fishing or out field in the military, these knives won't let you down. At the end of this course you'll walk away with two outstanding handmade knives ready to wear on your belt.

This course is suitable for anyone, even if they haven't used tools before. If you're a knifemaker, this course will take the mystery out of working with stainless and show you how to get consistent results at home with only basic equipment.

09
May
2025

Japanese Knifemaking

Fri 09-05-2025 7:00 pm - Sun 11-05-2025 6:00 pm
$950

Japanese kitchen knives have distinct elegance in both form and function. In this intensive two and a half day course you will build two traditional style Japanese kitchen knives. Options include hammer finished or polished blades, chisel grind or V grind and a variety of handles choices. These blades will provide you with years of excellent service in your kitchen.

15
May
2025

Knife sharpening

Thu 15-05-2025 7:00 pm -10:00 pm
$140

Evening class that covers a number of different techniques for making and keeping an edge sharp.

16
May
2025

Damascus Kitchen Knifemaking

Fri 16-05-2025 8:00 am - Sun 18-05-2025 5:00 pm
$1,550

This intensive three day weekend course immerses you in the world of Pattern Welded or Damascus steel and kitchen knives. You will learn techniques in welding, folding and patterning beautiful and unique steel. We'll be using a hydraulic power press, power hammer and rolling mill to make the welds and draw down the billets. You will then make two kitchen knives with the steel.

17
May
2025

One Day One Knife

Sat 17-05-2025 8:00 am -5:30 pm
$550

Introduction to making knives by stock removal. This one day workshop will help you get started into knifemaking. Knife design, grinding, heat treating, blade finishes, scale making and sharpening are all covered.

We will show you techniques, tools and hints on how to get started making your own knives with minimal equipment, as you make your own knife today.

30
May
2025

Forged Outdoor Knives

Fri 30-05-2025 7:00 pm - Sun 01-06-2025 5:00 pm
$950

Two and a half day introduction to knifemaking and bladesmithing. Covering forging, grinding, heat treating and sharpening of two outdoor knives with hidden tangs.

30
May
2025

Stainless Kitchen Knives

Fri 30-05-2025 7:00 pm - Sun 01-06-2025 5:00 pm
$950
Stainless Kitchen Knives

Make two custom stainless steel full-tang kitchen knives and learn the basics of knife maintenance.

This is a course for anyone who wants to make their own stainless steel knives, regardless of whether they've never touched a tool in their life or they're a seasoned maker looking to learn more about working with stainless steel.

We will explain the techniques, equipment and little tricks (especially for heat treating stainless steel) that will get you started making your own knives from stainless steel. In addition, you'll receive a free professional-grade ceramic honing rod along with the knowledge and skills required to keep your kitchen knives in top condition.

01
Jun
2025

Custom Leather Aprons

Sun 01-06-2025 8:00 am -4:00 pm
$500

Imagine your own custom leather apron made from heavy duty, premium leather. It fits you perfectly and has the right pockets, for the right tools, in the right places. That’s what this course is all about.

Learn how to make leather aprons by making your very own custom apron on this one day course.

These leather workshop aprons are tough. They are ideal for blacksmiths, bladesmiths, woodworkers, or anyone who spends time in a workshop, studio or garage.

Suitable for adults and children age 14+

02
Jun
2025

Blacksmithing Foundations

Mon 02-06-2025 8:00 am - Fri 06-06-2025 5:00 pm
$2,750

A one week immersive course in blacksmithing where you learn to make your own tools and a gas forge. The course covers making hammers, tongs, punches, drifts, forges and other blacksmithing tools. You get to take all the tools you make home with you as well as a gas forge so you can start making.

06
Jun
2025

Japanese Knifemaking

Fri 06-06-2025 7:00 pm - Sun 08-06-2025 6:00 pm
$950

Japanese kitchen knives have distinct elegance in both form and function. In this intensive two and a half day course you will build two traditional style Japanese kitchen knives. Options include hammer finished or polished blades, chisel grind or V grind and a variety of handles choices. These blades will provide you with years of excellent service in your kitchen.

07
Jun
2025

Firepits

Sat 07-06-2025 8:00 am -5:00 pm
$650
Firepits

Are you ready to turn up the heat on your creativity and learn the art of firepit construction? Join us for an exhilarating one-day workshop where you'll unleash your creativity and master the skills to design, fabricate, and finish stunning firepits. From understanding firepit aesthetics to welding and assembly techniques, our experienced artisans will guide you through every step of the process. Gain insights into materials, fire safety, and finishing touches, and ignite your passion for craftsmanship. Don't miss this opportunity to create your own firepit masterpiece.

13
Jun
2025

Damascus Kitchen Knifemaking

Fri 13-06-2025 8:00 am - Sun 15-06-2025 5:00 pm
$1,550

This intensive three day weekend course immerses you in the world of Pattern Welded or Damascus steel and kitchen knives. You will learn techniques in welding, folding and patterning beautiful and unique steel. We'll be using a hydraulic power press, power hammer and rolling mill to make the welds and draw down the billets. You will then make two kitchen knives with the steel.

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