2026-01-31 — Carving Basics: How to Sharpen Your Tools (In-Person)
Schedule:
January 31 - February 1 (9:00-5:00 pm CT)
Instructor:
Fred Livesay
Location:
This is an in-person class held at Vesterheim Folk Art School.
"Get the Edge" might be another appropriate title for this course! Chisels, planes, gouges, knives, scissors, spokeshaves, and more—these tools of the trade function at their best when the cutting edge is truly prepared for business.
This comprehensive overview of sharpening will help students understand the types of cutting edges, characteristics of steel, tempering, and the difference between grinding and honing through a series of demonstrations and hands-on applications. Power sharpening and hand sharpening will be explored.
Supplies:
Enrollment Deadline:
January 10, 2026
Click here to learn more about instructor Fred Livesay.
Woodcarving classes are supported by a generous gift to the Vesterheim Annual Fund from the Eric and Joan Norgaard Charitable Trust.