Fire, Hammers and Metal!

An introduction to forging with

Travis Parry of Parry Metal Designs

Saturday July 26th 10 am - 5 pm

Cost $95

Must register by July 25th

*Lunch will be Provided

Forging-

Definition: The manipulation of metal using the unique shapes and faces of a hammer.

Learn one of the world’s oldest methods of manipulating metal, forging! Hammer, bend, and shape metal wire, while taking out your aggressions. Learn the basic techniques of forging: drawing a taper, twists, curves, planer shifts, square to round and ball an end.

Also learn the basics of annealing, fusing, filing, sanding and polishing. Then apply these techniques to create a graceful pendant, or a pair of beautiful earrings.

*If you have dietary restrictions, you are welcome to bring your lunch. There is a refrigerator and microwave on the premises.

Workshop Registration and Cancellation Policy

Supply List

IF YOU NEED TO PURCHASE ITEMS LISTED BELOW

Contact The Artists Nook By July 20th at (970) 416-1148

You will need:
A goldsmiths, or tinsmiths hammer

Half round ring file

Anvil or railroad tie ( larger than 5 lb)

Round nose pliers

You may want:
A second set of needle nose pliers

A set of needle files

Paper and pencil for notes and sketches

A goldsmiths hammer may be purchased from Travis for $28

A half round ring file may be purchased from Travis for $33

An 8lb anvil may be purchased from Travis for $78, or a cheap anvil can be picked up from Harbor Freight in town for much less (their anvils are soft and dent easily, but are much cheaper)

Round nose pliers may be purchased from Travis for $12.