Class Schedule
Class Schedule
All classes are held at:
Virginia Institute of Blacksmithing
200 West Twelfth Street
Waynesboro, VA 22980
Classes marked as PVCC are taught through Piedmont Virginia Community College. Register for these classes through their web site at pvcc.edu/workforceservices or call PVCC Workforce Services at: 434-961-5495. Gift Certificates are also available from PVCC.
Master Class Series registration is through this site only.
| May 29 – 30 | Traditional Joinery Trivet, PVCC | $225 |
| June 5 – 6 | Beginning Blacksmithing – Version 1, PVCC | $225 |
| June 19 – 20 | Pattern Welded Damascus, PVCC | $225 |
| July 3 – 4 | Blacksmithing Beginner – Version 2, PVCC | $225 |
| July 31 -Aug 1 | Blacksmithing Intermediate – Tools, Tongs, and Knives | $225 |
| Aug 7 -8 | Beginning Blacksmithing – Version 1, PVCC | $225 |
| Sept 18 -19 | Blacksmithing Intermediate – Roses and Leaves, PVCC | $225 |
| Sept 20 – 24 | Master Class Series, Yellin Challenge | $650 |
| Oct 9 – 10 | Beginning Blacksmithing – Version 1, PVCC | $225 |
| Oct 16 – 17 | Introduction to Welding and Fabrication Techniques, PVCC | $350 |
| Oct 30 – 31 | Blacksmithing Intermediate – Tools, Tongs, and Knives | $225 |
| Nov 6 – 7 | Blacksmithing Beginner – Version 2, PVCC | $225 |
| Nov 20 – 21 | Blacksmithing Intermediate – Cabin Hardware, PVCC | $225 |
Master Class Series, Yellin Challenge
$650
The Yellin Challenge is our first Master Class Series offering. Guest instructor is Fred Crist. The project is a grille designed by Fred based on a “sketch in iron” created by Samuel Yellin. Each panel of the grill will be forged from a single piece of material. Students will make two of each element: one to keep and the other to be added to the class grille work. Claire Yellin, granddaughter of Samuel Yellin, will join us for one day during the class to present a slide show of Yellin’s work and history.
Looking for a challenge and the opportunity to work with one of our nation’s best blacksmiths? Don’t miss this class!
Blacksmithing Beginner – Version 1
$225
Hammer metal to create a candlestick and wall-mounted coat rack in this beginner level weekend course. Class includes safe shop practices, fire management, efficient hammer techniques and basic forging. Class is 9 AM to 4 PM, Saturday and Sunday. For specific dates, see above. Register for this class through PVCC.
Blacksmithing Beginner – Version 2
$225
Learn the same basic blacksmithing skills as in Version 1 plus riveting and introductory forge welding. Projects include a wall-mounted pot rack. Class is 9 AM to 4 PM, Saturday and Sunday. For specific dates, see above. Register for this class through PVCC.
Blacksmithing Beginner One Day Workshop
$125
Create a 3-hook rack in this one-day version of the Beginner 1 class. Shop orientation, safety, fire management and efficient hammering are the focus of this class. Class is 9 AM to 4 PM. For specific dates, see above. Register for this class through PVCC.
Blacksmithing Intermediate – Tongs Tools and Knives
$225
Forge your own set of tongs and get an introduction to knife making in this two-day intermediate class that focuses on simple tools, hardening and tempering.
Prerequisite: Blacksmithing Beginner Version 1 or 2.
Blacksmithing Intermediate – Traditional Joinery Trivet
$225
Forge a table trivet as you learn to join metal using the time-honored techniques of tenon and rivet joinery and forge welding. This class is a great first step towards more complex projects.
Prerequisite: Blacksmithing Beginner Version 1 or 2 or previous blacksmithing experience.
Blacksmithing Intermediate – Pattern Welded Damascus
$225
Create decorative patterns in metal by forge welding steels of different carbon contents. Damascus pattern steels are most commonly used in the making of knives and jewelry.
Prerequisite: Blacksmithing Beginner Version 1 or 2 or previous blacksmithing experience as well as the Traditional Joinery Trivet class.
Blacksmithing Intermediate – Roses and Leaves
$225
Explore floral forms, specifically the rose, in sheet steel. Forge welding, forged leaves and an introduction to torch work are included.
Prerequisite: Blacksmithing Beginner Version 1 or 2 or previous blacksmithing experience.
Blacksmithing Intermediate – Cabin Hardware
$225
Forge hardware you can use in your home. Students will create a thumb-latch and strap hinge which can both be easily converted to cabinet hardware.
Prerequisite: Blacksmithing Beginner Version 1 or 2 or previous blacksmithing experience.
Introduction to Welding and Fabrication Techniques
$350
Learn the basics of arc welding, mig welding, torch work and metal shop tools. This is a great opportunity to practice with these tools before purchasing for your own shop. Students will receive instruction in layout and fabrication of a basic project.
Note: This class is introductory only and will NOT provide certification in any aspect of welding.
Tuesday Afternoon Open Shop
Open Shop is held from 3 PM to 6 PM each Tuesday. Students can practice their skills or work on personal projects. Fee of $10 hour plus additional materials fee (depending on the project). Personal projects can not be stored at the studio.
Call 434-960-9718 no later than Monday noon prior to Open Shop and leave a message to reserve your spot. Space is limited.
Prerequisite: Blacksmithing Beginner Version 1 or 2 or previous blacksmithing experience.
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