MEMBERS ONLY: Intro to Using IRM Forges
Iron Range Makerspace (IRM) members are invited to attend this FREE session on learning to safely use the propane forge and anvil. Students will heat, hammer, and twist metal to make a paper towel holder or a decorative hook using square stock iron. The instructors will show students how to hammer without tiring.
(age 12-16 may need to be accompanied by adult)
** Registration required: www.ironrangemakerspace.com
*** FREE for IRM members
**** Jerry Rengo, instructor, assisted by Bob Johnson
Friday, April 29, 2-5:00 pm
Thursday, May 12, 2-5:00 pm
MEMBERS ONLY: Intro to Using Woodshop
(age 12-16 may need to be accompanied by adult)
** Registration required: www.ironrangemakerspace.com
*** FREE for IRM members
**** Bob Johnson, instructor, assisted by Jerry Rengo
Basic Blacksmithing – camp axe
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Learn to blacksmith using a railroad spike. One end will be shaped like a hammer. We will drift an eye into the middle to attach a wooden handle (not provided), then we will forge the blade out of narrow end of the spike. After shaping, the sides will be ground, the edge tapered, the tool heat treated and tempered. The final step is sharpening the edge.
Bring a bag lunch & closed lid bottle of water. Wear closed toe shoes, long pants and sleeves, cotton clothing only (no synthetics-even shoes). Leather aprons are best but optional. This class will be held indoors.
* No refunds, materials included.
** Maximum 8 students (age 12-16 may need to be accompanied by adult)
*** Registration required: www.ironrangemakerspace.com
**** $160 per person (IRM members reimbursed $20 after class)
***** Jerry Rengo, instructor, assisted by Bob Johnson
May 21, Saturday, 11:30 am to 7:00 pm