Virginia Institute of Blacksmithing

As an Intermediate workshop, it is assumed you have worked with a coal fire previously. **Bring your touchmark  to sign your pieces**    ... more ›

Make a spear head. This is a beginning level course suitable for the novice and up. There will be a lot of hot forge work in this class. Also covered ... more ›

Perfect for Summer Camp Cooking!  This class project is a campfire cooking tripod, S-hook(s), fry pan, spoon, and fork. Students will learn bending,  ... more ›

Build your own helmet! Starting with a simple design, you can customize this helmet to your tastes. This is a beginning level course suitable for  ... more ›

Learn to forge a knife in this two day, blacksmithing centered, knife making class! The first day, you will start on the forge and anvil where you'll  ... more ›

This blacksmithing class will show you how to forge pattern welded Damascus. This class is best for the experienced beginner. It is best if the  ... more ›

Our Modern Metalwork & Welding 2-day class is a project driven class focused on welding and fabrication. (This is NOT a blacksmithing class.)  ... more ›

Give the gift of an experience!  Certificates are good for one year from date of purchase.  We will mail you the certificate after purchase for  ... more ›

The information contained below has been developed in accordance with the following regulations and standards and adapted from the Baylor University  ... more ›