Hammerspace Community Workshop and Makerspace

This is a FULL DAY CLASS with an intermission.

Learn the art of knife smithing as you create a beautiful damascus utility knife.

These are a long time favorite of our instructor. A beautiful and compact knife based on a skinning knife that makes itself useful on a daily basis.

The wood grain pattern of damascus style laminate steel is highlighted by your choice of a variety of exotic hard woods for the handle.

Learn to profile your knife, apply a bevel and create a blade. Apply intricate filework to the spine or add a hole for a lanyard. At the end of the first half of the day we will heat treat our blades, and acid etch them to bring out the patterns in the steel.

After the intermission we will learn how to attach a handle with brass pins. We will shape and finish the handles and finish and polish and sharpen the blades.

There will be a short intermission at mid-day, so you are welcome to bring food and drinks with you (fridge available).

Age range: 16 and older
Cost: $150

In this introductory class we will be learning to draw out, taper, twist, scroll and loop steel. We will be practicing with hammer, anvil, tongs, forge and various bending tools. Explore the basics of blacksmithing as you create a unique and functional accessory.

Students may choose to make a two piece Barrette or Cloak Pin that turns any blanket into an instant cloak.

Ages: 16 - 116
Cost: $85

Wear closed toed shoes and non-flammable clothes, and feel free to bring a cold beverage, because that forge is HOT.

In this fun and foundational class we will be forging square tapers, practicing our drawing out technique, developing general hammer control and learning to use anvils in synergy with your hammer strikes.

We will also be learning make a simple scroll and a twist pattern.

Our goal is to create unique steel skewers for roasting treats over a fire or holding a hot strip of searing hot meat safely away from your fingers.

You should wear closed toe shoes, and bring a refreshing beverage to combat the heat of the forge.

This blacksmithing class is suitable for ages 13 to adult.
Price:$75

Our May members meeting will be our annual all day May the Fourth celebration.
We will be screening assorted historical documents from long, long ago, and far, far away.
Crafts and conversation and cinema. An elegant combination from a more civilized time.

Pot Luck is encouraged - Share your favorite Canto Bites!
The Darkside will be bringing cookies and other treats.
The Cantina will be mixing drinks, or
BYOBM (Bring Your Own Bantha Milk)

Historical film viewing and potluck starts at 3PM, but members are encouraged to show up earlier to socialize and work on projects or prepare for the PURGE.

On Sunday (Revenge of the 5TH) we will be PURGING abandoned materials and projects from short term member parking and having our annual massive shop cleaning.

Members are encouraged to help in this process, and also we've already bribed you with cookies, milk, and sweet, sweet nerd culture.

COST: FREE (FOR DUES PAYING MEMBERS ONLY)

HINT: HELPING WITH THE PURGE IS HOW YOU GET NOMINATED FOR YOUR BLUE APRON