Intro to Bladesmithing

Intro to Bladesmithing

Adult | Registration opens 4/29/2026 8:00 PM EST

Adult all levels
6/20/2026-6/21/2026
10:00 AM-5:00 PM EST on Sat Sun
$350.00
Member Discount Available
$25.00
$20.00

Intro to Bladesmithing

Adult | Registration opens 4/29/2026 8:00 PM EST

This workshop will cover the basics of forging, grinding, heat treating, and sharpening of a small utility knife. The instructor will discuss fit and finish, overall knife design, how to sharpen and care for knives, and how to begin making knives on your own. Students should expect to forge several blades over the weekend, and get at least one to the point of a usable knife.

Mace Vitale

MACE VITALE is a Bladesmith/Blacksmith as well as a Coppersmith. Mace has a background in architectural precast concrete. He is a Journeyman Smith with the American Blade-smith Society.