February 16, 17, 23 & 24, 9am -4pm: two consecutive weekends beginning blacksmithing class. This is similar to our popular six week beginning blacksmithing class we have done for a decade. Learn the foundational skills of coal fired forging: safety, tools and materials, heating, bending, drifting, and forming steel objects. Forge welding introduced. Forge botanical forms and riveted constructions. Many projects possible including nail, scoop, spoon, chisel, punch, door handle, hooks; see photos. Pay to register. First come, first serve. Limited to 6.