2026-08-21 – Tinwork Lantern
IP.2026.Q3.35
$275.00
Class Details
- Schedule: August 21-23 (9:00 am-5:00 pm CT)
- Location: This is an in-person class held at Vesterheim Folk Art School.
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Instructor: Kitty Latané
- Level of Instruction: Beginner Friendly
Description
A tin lamp from the Vesterheim collection serves as the inspiration for this class. Starting with a flat sheet of tinplate, you will cut, shape, and solder tinplated steel to make a reproduction. The intricate designs will be made using a hammer and punches, then the lamp will be formed from the pierced pieces into a lantern. Patterns and guidance will be provided.
Prerequisites
Hand strength is required.
Supplies
The instructor will provide tools and supplies with a materials fee of $30, payable to the instructor in cash or check.
Additional Supplies
If you have your own, please bring the following:
- Leather work glove
- Sharpie marker
- Paper and pencil
- Tin snips
- Scratch awl
- Hammer
- Wooden or leather mallet
- Smooth jawed pliers
- Steel punches
Enrollment Deadline
July 31, 2026