Spoon Forging
$300.00
One day introductory level forging class.
Spoon Forging workshop. This is a fantastic class to introduce you to creative forging.
This is my favourite class to teach as a beginner course. There is so much forging in what appears to be such a simple object. We cover many of the basic principals of blacksmithing and forging in this one day workshop with a creative outcome decided by you… no two spoons have to be the same!
A spoon is one of the most common, and ancient utilitarian objects. They are something we use every day and rarely stop to think about what goes into making one. Now you will create your very own custom forged spoon, forging it from raw steel to experience the processes behind this simple utensil, and consider the design elements that make it work for you.
Designed to be an introductory class, you can take this workshop as a complete novice or as a more experienced smith and allow your creativity to run away with you.
Located just outside of Victoria, BC, on Vancouver Island’s west coast, the forge is a fully equipped working blacksmiths shop. Jake brings 25 years of forging experience as a leading architectural and sculptural blacksmith, with work situated around the world.
General Class Information
Classes run 9.30- 4.30
PPE provided, please wear non-synthetic clothing, long pants, and sturdy footwear.
It is recommended you have attended at least one of our introductory classes before taking the intermediate courses.
Coffee and tea are served at the forge, bring a lunch or order a local pizza in.
Metchosin is well served with a coffee shop, restaurant and pizzeria for extra refreshments or to enjoy dinner after a hard day of forging!
Group bookings are encouraged, so if you have a group of friends or a work event we are happy to arrange dates to accommodate your party.
Group bookings will receive a 10% discount.
Sadly we are not insured to teach minors.
Private classes
These one-on-one teaching opportunities are ideal for the serious enthusiast who is looking to move their forging skills up to the next level. Jake has almost a quarter century of forging experience, so whether you are looking to improve hand or power hammer skills, this opportunity offers an invaluable chance to learn from a master of his craft.
Jake is also willing to travel to teach, and has led a large number of workshops, demonstrations and group forging projects around the world.