About this Event
Please Note This is a 3 Day Class
Day 1: In the Woodshop- Friday12/13/2024 630pm-930pm
Day 2: In the Blacksmith Shop-Saturday 12/14/2024 10am-4pm
Day 3: In the Woodshop-Sunday 12/15/2024 3pm-6pm
About the Class
Combine your love of food and craft by diving into the world of blacksmithing and woodworking with our hands-on workshop in which you’ll create a stunning hand-forged cheese knife and fork along with a charcuterie board. This class is designed for learners of beginner to intermediate skill levels who are eager to learn the traditional techniques of metal, wood and, craft.
In this class you will gain a solid understanding of blacksmithing and woodworking basics. The class curriculum will be as follows:
Day 1. Class will start in the woodshop with orientation, introduction to woodworking power tools, choosing wood and, designinig your charcuterie board shape.
Day 2. You will head to the smithy and forge a handle and blade to shape. Then, you will move on to making a unique twisted fork.
Day 3. You will fire brand your board with your cheese knife to make it truly your own. Then you will sand and finish your charcuterie board to complete the set.
On the last day of class, students are invited to bring their favorite meats and cheeses to share in a charcuterie potluck meal.
Experience Level
Wether you are a beginner, intermediate, or and advanced maker, all are welcome to sign up!
Skill/Techniques You'll Learn
- Basic forging techniques
- Tapering and drawing out metal
- Shaping and bending metal
- Forging to finish
- Grinding and sharpening the blade
- What you'll learn in the woodwhop:
- Safe use of woodworking power tools (table saw, band saw, miter saw, drill press)
- Attention to wood grain as a design factor
- Finishing (sanding and applying finish)
Items to Wear/Bring With You
- Closed toe leather shoes,
- While Blacksmithing - only wear Full cotton only clothing (no synthetic materials!!!)
- Water bottle (Blacksmithing gets hot!:)
- Ear Protection (We have some in the shop if you forget/don't have it)
- Eye Protection (We have some in the shop if you forget/don't have it)
About the Instructors - Yana & Sergey
Originally from Germany, Yana Frank has lived in Minneapolis for almost 30 years. After studying architecture, she apprenticed in a wood shop in order to learn the practical aspects of furniture making. After years of working as a craftsperson, she recently started her own business combining her woodworking skills with her passion for design. Yana creates unique pieces inspired by the grain and character of the woods she works with. She loves sharing her love of woodworking and has been teaching classes at Woodcraft and Millennium Studios as well as working as a shop supervisor and safety trainer at the University of St. Thomas.
Sergey's blacksmithing journey ignited in 2021 during his inaugural class, where the first swing of the hammer captivated him. Since that transformative moment, he has passionately dedicated himself to the art of blacksmithing. Focusing on creating practical objects for everyday use, such as ornate garden trellises and culinary tools, he is driven by a desire to share his knowledge and passion for blacksmithing. He believes that the preservation and proliferation of traditional crafts are vital for fostering creativity, resilience, and a deeper connection to our past.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Twin Cities Maker, 3119 East 26th Street, Minneapolis, United States
USD 348.65
