Instructor - Ted McNett
Assistant – Jim Maness
Fee: $200
Description -Blacksmithing is known as “the master of all crafts”. It is the only craft that can create all of its own tools as well as tools for all other trades. During this class we will work on making high carbon steel tools for your art and craft. We will forge scribes, punches, and chisels to learn the basic concepts of hardening, tempering and tool making. From this foundation, students may work on selected skill appropriate projects. Students may select a variety of projects depending on the individual’s skill and ability as well as availability of the materials.
Registration Options - You can call 410-386-3881, or email Karen Jones at ksjones@carrollcountymd.gov, or you can register in person at the Farm Museum (M – Th 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) You must confirm space is available in the class with Karen before payment can be made. Full payment is made to the Carroll County Farm Museum by either cash, check or credit card and is required to confirm your registration and space in the class. All classes are limited to 8 students. There must be a minimum of 4 students registered to hold a class.
Required Essentials - You will need to bring safety glasses, lunch, and wear *non-synthetic clothing. Natural fiber long pants, short or long-sleeved shirts, closed toed shoes (preferably leather) that can get dirty are required. All other tools and equipment are provided.
*Synthetic materials can melt and cause severe burns.