Metal Working Classes in NYC, New York

Learn the art of MIG welding during this in depth class taught by a professional welder. Welding 101 will teach the process of prepping steel, cutting, clamping, tacking and finish welding. Students will make a small steel structure during this class that utilizes the various skills learned.  Students will be able to design and build a "cube...

You are bringing your cube back after all of the new skills you have developed and taking it to the next level.  Note that "How to Make a Cube" class is a prerequisite for this class.  Including an introduction to TIG welding, where you are filling the pits in your cube from your first Cube Class and then detailing the cube with a high-end...

Have you ever wondered what it is like to light a torch, set a flame, run a bead? In this session you will learn to braze a "Tea Light Candle Table" to take with you. We will discuss the many advantages of gas welding when setting up a shop. Previous experience not required. Safety is a priority and individual attention is given. This class can be...

This course offers students a way to make a beautiful, functional product while learning valuable skills along the way. It is great for beginners who are interested in designing and fabricating products, or who just want to DIY their own nice lamp. Students can select among a variety of templates, or rapidly create their own design within given constraints....

Join in this one-hour introduction to welding and metalwork. You will learn the basics of metalwork including what need to get started, how the different tools work and how to set up own small metal shop. In this class, you will gain valuable insights into the tools needed to learn, how to weld and get your own small metal shop set-up.  You...

During this 4 hour metal fabrication workshop, Liam will guide you through welding, metal forming, and machine operation. This course introduces students to metalworking through an immersive experience of making a small coffee table. It is designed for beginners who want to get a hands-on introduction to metalworking and take home a beautiful product....

Through the making of this small steel cube, you will learn a tremendous set of skills that can used to make anything in metal. Whether it is a custom dining table, a lamp or a sculpture. The skills to practice will focus on: Measuring  Cutting  Fitting  Clamping  Jig making MIG welding Grinding Sanding Filing Fine finishing ...

Metal Inert Gas(MIG) welding is the process of using electricity and argon gas to weld two pieces of metal together. It is the simplest and easiest form of welding, making it accessible for the average person to learn.  This workshop that takes place over the course of three 3-hour sessions will teach you how to use and understand the components...

Forge your own blade between 5" to 11". Perfect for kitchen knives, ceremonial daggers, or camping/tactical knives. Please Note:  Previous forging experience required. Expect projects to be broken apart over several (non-consecutive) days/classes. Additional time beyond what's estimated will be discussed on a per-project basis; this is...

This workshop focuses on teaching basic knife making skills in two sessions. In the first session, the student will shape a piece of metal stock into a knife blank, file a bezel for and drill holes in the blank, before heat-treating and quenching the blade.  This workshop will focus on learning the properties of steel, and applying these properties...

Join in this super awesome 4-hour class to create your own Steel Herb Garden which will include: Intensive, hands-on TIG welding practice and instruction Skills Taught:  Fitting TIG welding and tacking Grinding  Finishing Important: For Students below 18, a Guardian needs to sign a Waiver on their behalf. 

TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding is the process of welding using a tungsten electrode, filler metal rod, and an electric arc to produce a weld. TIG welding is commonly used for stainless steel, aluminum and bronze, and specialty applications such as bike frames and roll cages because it produces a finer, stronger weld than other processes. It is more...

Expanding on the skills from the Basic Class, The students will make a Railroad Spike knife (Max 3 students at a time). All Materials are included and the students will take the knife home with them. Basic Blacksmithing skills are necessary to take this class. Note: Be in a comfortable cotton clothing, close-toed shoes. Be in long pants. Refrain...

Forge your own small knife up to 5 inches in length. Perfect for the new and aspiring bladesmith. Please Note:  Previous forging experience recommended. Expect projects to be broken apart over several (non-consecutive) days/classes. Additional time beyond what's estimated will be discussed on a per-project basis; this is very rarely necessary....

Forge a sword any samurai or knight would want to carry. This class doesn’t just test your endurance in forging out a blade, but attention to detail is crucial as you work on your guard, pommel, and handle. Please Note:  Previous forging experience required. Expect projects to be broken apart over several (non-consecutive) days/classes....