Forging a Bottle Opener (In-Person)
Class Details
- Schedule: March 27-29 (9:00-5:00 pm CT)
- Location: This is an in-person class held at Vesterheim Folk Art School.
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Instructor: Paul Nyborg
- Level of Instruction: Open to all levels
Description
In this course students will learn about the basics of forging a bottle opener. Some of the techniques that will be covered include upsetting, drawing, twisting, bending, cutting, and punching. The design can vary based on student interest and skill level. Various techniques will be covered but students will not have to use all the techniques in their project to leave with a successful bottle opener.
Prerequisites
Blacksmithing can be physically demanding. Students will need to be able to stand for longer periods of time, have the strength to grip and swing a hammer, and the ability to withstand some heat from the forge.
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