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Work of Iron | Blacksmith Forge on the Firth of Forth | Edinburgh | 1-Day Blacksmiths Knife Making

Blacksmith Knife Course

Blacksmith Knife

Description

On the 1-Day Blacksmiths Knife Making, you will be given an intro on the basic processes in blacksmithing. This involves a quick technical exercise and a fascinating insight into metallurgy and the history of hot forging whilst you work. You will learn to physically control the fire and forge at the anvil, then once we’re warmed up, work begins on your own blade. The start time is at 10am and you will be finished before 4pm. Everything you make is yours to take home. There are up to three participants on this course, and you will spend the day with blacksmith, Jack Waygood. He started smithing aged 18 and has a wide range of experience within the craft, from travelling globally, learning from master’s as a journeyman to working on TV & Film productions, such as the Rings of Power & Gladiator 2. Jack’s passions lie in traditional forging techniques, structural work, visual art and sculpture but he is well-versed in jewellery making, tool making and gets a lot of joy from teaching. This is a practical course, and you will be expected to get your hands dirty! However, there is no pressure, and we will work at your pace, Jack will be on hand to help, demonstrate, and give guidance, at all times. Please take the time to read the following carefully: Participants must be age 16+ for insurance purposes. We can accommodate for ages 11+ but please get in touch to discuss this with us first. IMPORTANT: Making a booking? Click on the ‘Message the tutor’ button, we need some information to help us ensure that your experience is as safe and enjoyable as possible. Please provide us with an emergency contact, name and telephone number. Please also let us know if you have any access requirements or needs and feel free to add anything that you think would be useful for us to know about you. Work of Iron is a busy forge, you can only 'Request a booking', this will then be checked and accepted if it is possible to do so. If the date you requested is not available, an alternative date will be offered. You will only be charged when Work of Iron has confirmed the booking/order.

What's included in the price?

You will be required to wear stout footwear ideally steel toe cap boots. Rubber boots and riggers are not suitable. The boot needs to protect against anything dropping into or onto them and aid stability in the workshop. Please wear sensible clothing, nothing synthetic or flammable (we are working with fire). Non baggy jeans and close-fitting cotton T-shirts/work wear is advisable. Long hair will need to be tied back, and any jewellery removed. We provide the rest of your PPE including aprons, gloves, safety glasses (we have over glasses safety glasses as well) and ear defenders. Anything you make is yours to take home and you're welcome to take photographs or any other form of recordings. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided. Work of Iron is based at The Pitt which hosts an incredible selection of food vendors, there opening hours are Thursday 3.30pm then Friday – Sunday at 12 noon. If your course runs out of these hours, its advised to bring a pack lunch as the nearest shop/cafe is a 15minuet drive away.

Duration

6 hours

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Work of Iron | Blacksmith Forge on the Firth of Forth

with Craft Courses since 2021

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Work of Iron | Blacksmith Forge on the Firth of Forth | The Pitt, 20 W Shore Rd, Granton, Edinburgh EH5 1QD

Suitable for

Adults
Suitable for beginners
Public transport
Tutor can travel
Intermediate level
Parking provided
Fairs, festivals & exhibitions

What does this mean?

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FAQs

• Cancellation and full refund can be obtained up to 4weeks before the course starts.
• Should Work of Iron have to cancel the booking anytime up to 4weeks before the course starts, then the student will be offered a reschedule or a refund.
• For students wanting to cancel up to 4weeks before the course starts, they will be offered a reschedule where Work of Iron is able to do so (This might not be possible). It would be encouraged that the students send a friend or family member in their place, rather than losing the booking entirely.

Venue

Work of Iron, The Pitt, 20 West Shore Road, Edinburgh, EH5 1QD, The Pitt, Work of Iron, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH5 1QD

Reviews

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7 Dec 23'

Elly Douglas-Hamilton reviewed: Work of Iron | Blacksmith Forge on the Firth of Forth | Edinburgh | 1-Day Blacksmiths Knife Making

"I really enjoyed the course. Jack is very knowledgeable, interesting and patient and I felt I learnt a lot. Thank you!"

19 Nov 23'

Edward Swerhone reviewed: Work of Iron | Blacksmith Forge on the Firth of Forth | Edinburgh | 1-Day Blacksmiths Knife Making

"Jack was great! He was patient as he walked us through the fundamentals of what we were making and split his time between us to guide us to getting better. We had lots of fun and enjoyed our day."

10 Oct 23'

Bradley reviewed: Work of Iron | Blacksmith Forge on the Firth of Forth | Edinburgh | 1-Day Blacksmiths Knife Making

"Great course with a great teacher. Really enjoyable day and adaptable to what you want to achieve. Highly recommend."

14 Jun 23'

Ross Mclaren reviewed: Work of Iron | Blacksmith Forge on the Firth of Forth | Edinburgh | 1-Day Blacksmiths Knife Making

"1 day course was amazing, I would highly suggested going if it is your first time trying blacksmithing!! Jack is amazing and very fun to be around! 11/10. 100% coming back for some other courses!!!!"

27 Apr 23'

Chris Hamlet reviewed: Work of Iron | Blacksmith Forge on the Firth of Forth | Edinburgh | 1-Day Blacksmiths Knife Making

"I had a great day. Jack was articulate and patient. The facilities were a touch basic, but were perfect for everything I needed. I managed to achieve a lot more than I had anticipated. I would/will go back again. Nice guy, skilful and a good teacher."

31 Mar 23'

Stewart Sutherland reviewed: Work of Iron | Blacksmith Forge on the Firth of Forth | Edinburgh | 1-Day Blacksmiths Knife Making

"I had an excellent day on this course - Jack was excellent and super patient when explaining everything. I'm really chuffed I've learned some new skills and I'm really pleased with the things I made. Thanks Jack!"

21 Mar 23'

Iain Smith reviewed: Work of Iron | Blacksmith Forge on the Firth of Forth | Edinburgh | 1-Day Blacksmiths Knife Making

"Had a fantastic day with Jack. A lot of fun, really nice atmosphere & learnt loads! Cannot recommend this enough. "

18 Jan 23'

Adam reviewed: Work of Iron | Blacksmith Forge on the Firth of Forth | Edinburgh | 1-Day Blacksmiths Knife Making

"Highly recommended, great fun. An excellent course and Jack was an excellent Tutor. I bought this for a friend and the day was perfectly tailored to suit his skills and abilities. Jack has the perfect manner for this type of experience and the day was fantastic, highly enjoyable and my friend took home a fantastic item they made together "

9 Sep 22'

Tony reviewed: Work of Iron | Blacksmith Forge on the Firth of Forth | Edinburgh | 1-Day Blacksmiths Knife Making

"Was bought this as a birthday present, fuelled by ideas gained from watching far too much "Forged In Fire". Had a few ideas of what I wanted to make, but well aware I had no idea what was realistic in the time available and with a beginner's skillset. Jack was very open and friendly, tailoring his tutoring to my mechanical background and once the basics were gone through, helping quickly decide on a bigger piece to work on for the day (an axe head in this case). He also makes a mean cup of tea! Very happy with what I achieved for the day coupled with an increased knowledge of the techniques and processes involved in metalwork, and made a few family members and friends quite jealous in the process. I'd highly recommend this for any skill level, if you have even a passing level of interest in hammering chunks of metal into useful and interesting shapes. It's a pretty decent bicep workout, too..."

3 Sep 22'

Rhiana Laws reviewed: Work of Iron | Blacksmith Forge on the Firth of Forth | Edinburgh | 1-Day Blacksmiths Knife Making

"My husband LOVED his day with Jack Waygood - 100% recommend to anyone considering. Jack has trained all over the world and as an artist blacksmith, as well as architectural blacksmith has incredible talent. My husband really enjoyed his teaching and company and said he has an incredible set up and learned a lot. Thanks for a great day Jack! "

2 Sep 22'

Lewis Calder reviewed: Work of Iron | Blacksmith Forge on the Firth of Forth | Edinburgh | 1-Day Blacksmiths Knife Making

"I bought this course to make some props for my Dungeons and Dragons game and I got exactly what I wanted, During which I made a Hook as a beginning project, A signet ring with a sun engraving and another project. It didnt feel too professional/strict, it felt very casual and calm and not that I had to rush to get it finished within a certain time. Jack was a kind instructor and gave me enough space to do it at my own pace without leaving me clueless as to what to do. I didnt have an exact design for what I wanted so when I got there we sketched something that fit what I wanted. I wasnt available for any of the given dates so we talked and were able to change it to a monday. Overall It was a very fun course and im glad I did it and now have experience in this skill, I will likely get it again sometime in the future"

28 Aug 22'

Julie Gibb reviewed: Work of Iron | Blacksmith Forge on the Firth of Forth | Edinburgh | 1-Day Blacksmiths Knife Making

"I bought the Experience Blacksmithing day as a birthday present for my husband. He had an amazing day and was really pleased with what he made. Thanks Jack! "

23 Aug 22'

Erin reviewed: Work of Iron | Blacksmith Forge on the Firth of Forth | Edinburgh | 1-Day Blacksmiths Knife Making

"Bought this course as a 60th Birthday present for my Dad and he had a great day! Jack took him through a number of different techniques that resulted in some lovely items to take home at the end, and he’d definitely be interested in doing more sessions in future. "

27 Jul 22'

Jameel reviewed: Work of Iron | Blacksmith Forge on the Firth of Forth | Edinburgh | 1-Day Blacksmiths Knife Making

"I had a brilliant day forging with jack, I learnt a lot and had fun doing so. If you want to learn blacksmithing work of iron is the place to go with jacks 10+ years experience in the trade! will be back soon. "

14 Dec 21'

Ailsa Smith reviewed: Work of Iron | Blacksmith Forge on the Firth of Forth | Edinburgh | 1-Day Blacksmiths Knife Making

"I had an amazing day on this course- the teaching was excellent and I was so happy with the items that I made!"

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