Lucian
I started blacksmithing in 1992 to make my own tools for homesteading. Since then I have taken detours through architectural ironwork, early American door hardware, and other realms of the craft. I have demonstrated to blacksmithing associations from the Pacific to the Atlantic and occasionally teach at folk schools. I am now focused on making tools - mostly for woodworking, basketry and cooking.
When I am not at the forge, I have a habit of wandering the woods and enjoy making things for everyday life, like baskets, bowls and chicken soup.
COVID update:
I have canceled all my teaching until physical distancing orders are lifted. But I am still hard at work making tools. I am happy to ship them to you, or you are welcome do a curbside pickup here at my shop. I don't have a curb but we can improvise.
SCHEDULE
2020
April 25-26 Scandinavian Style Carving Knife Class
Sanborn Mills, Lauden NH CANCELED
May 3 Tool Making Demonstration CANCELED Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, Vergennes, VT
May 23-24 Open Studio Weekend, 10-5 each day
Come by the shop and visit. Watch how it is done or jump in and try it yourself. I will have a wide selection of tools available to try out. Also functional seconds and prototypes. CANCELED
June 3-6 Demonstration with the Farm Team
2020 ABANA Conference, Saratoga, NY CANCELED
June 13-14 Hand Ax Class
Sanborn Mills, Lauden NH CANCELED
June 19-21 Shrink Pots & Knife Hafting Workshops
Sloyd Skills Gathering, Stannard, VT CANCELED
If social distancing allows, this even may be re-envisioned. Check the Sloyd Skills website for updates.
June 26-28 Unplugged Knife Making Class
Maine Coast Craft School, Bristol, ME CANCELED