Description

This three-hour taster class shows you how to forge an eye-catching two-piece hairpin for you or to give as a gift!  Learn basic blacksmithing skills such as tapering, scrolling, bending, twisting, and finishing. This project is a great entry to blacksmithing while introducing you to wearable forged art. The skills you learn in this class will carry over to other forging projects.

No prior experience is needed. You will learn basic blacksmithing techniques including tapering, scrolling, bending, twisting, and finishing.

DATE:  MONDAY OCTOBER 26, 2026

TIME:  6:30 – 9:30 PM

SKILL LEVEL:  BEGINNER

INSTRUCTOR BIO

John D. Harvey caught the blacksmithing bug at The Steel Yard (Providence, RI) in 2014. His work leans heavily towards organic shapes and designs as well as household products. Currently, he forges out of his own shop (JDH Metalcraft) in East Providence, RI, and teaches at The Steel Yard.

STUDIO POLICIES 

All enrollments are subject to our REGISTRATION & ENROLLMENT POLICIES.