Class Name Blacksmithing: Forge a Broach or Cloak Pin (Beginner Friendly)
Duration
2.5 Hours
Cost
$65 for non-members
$55 for members
Class Size
3-4
Ages
14+
Description
Following an instructor's explanation and demonstration, participants will use tongs, 1/4" square steel rod, hammers, and an anvil to forge a penannular broach (or Cloak Pin).
Some of the Blacksmith skills taught during the forging process include,
- drawing out a taper
- making an end curl
- forming a loop
- creating a hinge
- uses for various parts of the anvil
- different hammering techniques
The participant's end product will be a broach made from steel bar stock that the participant can wear or give to a loved one.
COVID-19 and Class Safety Policies
For COVID-19 safety requirements during all classes, we ask that participants, instructors, and members working in the space, adhere to the following guidelines:
- Please wear a mask covering their nose and mouth while working in Vector Space.
- Please maintain a safe distance of 6 feet from each other when possible. For safety and teaching purposes, it may be necessary for the instructor to be within 6ft of students at times.
*Participants, please wear short sleeves for class safety, no jewelry, and long hair must be secured behind the head using a ponytail holder. Protective eyewear is required as well. We will provide the protective eyewear, but you may bring your own if you prefer.
