Learn how to use the woodworking equipment in your shop that was given to you by your grandfather or your Great Uncle Mortimer – the ones that have no manuals. Rob has been woodworking for over 50 years – and he can figure out how to use almost any tool.
Let us take the fear and the mystery out of woodworking and making really cool stuff. Bring your pictures, ideas and questions, or just come and learn some of the secrets that most of the professionals don’t want you to know. This is a demonstration class and is open to 10 students. .
A journey into the world of the Bladesmith. This intense 6 hour class will focus on the forging skills needed for bladesmithing and forging a blade and handle. a blade with hand shaped construction will be the primary project. A focus on better hand forging skills, grinding, and proper heat treatment will be the core of the class. Basic handle construction, materials, fitting, filing and finish will be covered, it may be possible for students to leave with one completely finished blade based on skill level. A minimum of a beginners blacksmithing workshop is required.
Make sure to wear closed toed shoes and dress in layers, as they the shop gets very warm. While the knife is cooling is a good time to run to Jac’s or bring your own lunch.
Started a project and need a little help and tools to finish it? Rob will be in the shop on Wednesday evenings available to help you finish up your projects. Give us a heads up that you’ll be coming in and we’ll save a spot of you. Only 3 students/evening.
Spend an evening with friends or make some new ones! We’ll be turning candlesticks on the lathe. We have space for 10 for this fun night!
This class will take beginners to new heights as you explore the possibilities of what blacksmithing has to offer, but even if you have had some experience, you will be able to hone those skills as you work with your instructor on more advanced projects. You will gain a working understanding of blacksmith tools and techniques including tapering, flattening, dishing and bending. $75/class
Looking for a fun gift for someone special in your life? How about an evening of watercolor painting, accompanied by wine and chocolate. Elizabeth, from Western Rose Studios will be with us helping us paint a picture of Mt Hood overlooking Trillium Lake. It’s going to be a great night of fun and enjoying time together! You don’t have to come with someone – but we think it sounds like fun 🙂
We even have special gift Certificates if you want to give one as a Valentine’s Gift! $45/person or $80 for 2.
Rob is a great teacher that will give you the freedom to learn basic skills or go on to the next level in blacksmithing. If you have already had a basic class – bring your ideas of what you would like to try next, and Rob will work with you to make it happen – at least as much as is possible.
Do you have tools that you just aren’t sure how to use? or want to learn how to use shop tools? Let us take the fear and the mystery out of woodworking and making jigs to use your router to it’s fullest potential. Rob has been working with wood for most of his life and would love to teach you about shop tools, especially routers. Bring your ideas and questions, or just come and learn some of the secrets that most of the professionals don’t want you to know.
Are you needing a few tools that you don’t have in your woodshop to finish up a project – come down to Anvil and Rob will be there to work with you and get your projects finished up. Please register so that we don’t get too many in the shop at one time. $25/hour