Blacksmithing Basics: Steak Turner

Blacksmithing is one of the most ancient types of metalwork, and it is still practiced today for the power in creating tools. In this class, we’ll stay true to the origins of the craft and make a simple tool in the form of a Steak turner (works great for eggplant too)! Through this process, we’ll learn the fundamental techniques such as tapering, bending, and making a handle with an ergonomic design. This class is perfect for anyone ready to dive into this beautiful, ancient craft.

• The required skills to use all tools covered in the class to Artisan's Asylum safety standards.
• Set up and shut down the forge
• Some fundamental skills of blacksmithing, tapering, bending on the anvil, handle design, and more
• Proper hammer skills
• An understanding of heating metal when and how to forge efficiency

Metal Shop beginners and folks who are curious about Artisans Asylum's Metal Shop. Students who are 16 years or older. All students under 18 must be accompanied by and under the direct supervision of a responsible adult.

• 5/8 round mild steel
• Access to A2's Metal Shop and tools for the duration of the session

Scraps is our nonbinary metal shop quing with a passion for taking action at Artisan’s Asylum to make our space even more iconic. They are passionate about increasing access to Artisan’s Asylum and have been instrumental in developing opportunities like the metal shop residency program. Scraps has been a part of the Artisan’s Asylum community since they were 19 and has lived in the walls ever since, helping out and working as a tool tester for several years. They now teach many of the welding classes in our metal shop and founded our blacksmithing program.