Learn how to make leather sheaths at home using inexpensive tools. During this short one-day course you'll make two leather sheaths for two of your own knives that you bring with you.

The skills you'll learn will not only allow you to make sheaths - they'll also get you started with a broad range of entry-level leatherworking projects. We'll also fill you in on the best places to source leather, fittings, patterns, and tools. Importantly, you'll also have the opportunity to talk to an experienced teacher about setting up to make sheaths at home.

Tharwa Valley Forge is proud to host the American Bladesmith Society’s Introduction to Bladesmithing course. This intensive 8 day hands-on workshop is perfect for anyone eager to learn the foundational techniques of bladesmithing, guided by some of the most accomplished Mastersmiths in the craft.

Tharwa Valley Forge is proud to present the 2025 Canberra Custom Knife Show at Cuppacumbalong Homestead in Tharwa ACT. Hundreds of handmade knives for sale, come and meet the makers and talk about their craft. 

Join us at Cuppacumbalong Homestead in Tharwa ACT for the 2025 Canberra Knife Show.

 Learn the basics of traditional leatherwork through the process of making a leather hat. By the end of the course, you'll have completed your very own functional leather hat, ready to be worn and cherished, along with the skills to continue with leatherworking at home.  Choose from many designs including a bowler hat, wizard hat, top hat, corset hat, Kepi, flat cap and more.

Spend a creative weekend crafting two custom folding knives, even if you’re new to knife making. With expert guidance you’ll shape and heat-treat the blades, fit the titanium frame locks, and add personal touches. Leave with a pair of smooth-working, one-of-a-kind pocket knives you built yourself.

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. You get get hands on experience working with Titanium,  cutting, shaping and finishing