(913) 686-6562
5200 E 45th St
Kansas City, MO 64130
hammerspacehobby@gmail.com
In this fun and foundational class we will be forging square tapers, practicing our drawing out technique, developing general hammer control and learning to use anvils in synergy with your hammer strikes. We will also be learning make a simple scroll and a twist pattern. Our goal is to create unique steel skewers for roasting treats over a fire or Continue Reading
THIS IS A TWO DAY CLASS. SATURDAY FROM NOON - 3:30ISH. SUNDAY FROM NOON UNTIL YOU ARE DONE WITH YOUR KNIFE. This is an introduction to knife making using hidden tangs and one piece horn handles. We will be using existing damascus billets as a starting point for designing, cutting and grinding your own unique hunting knife. We will be Continue Reading
WELDING FOR EVERYONE! In the Welding for Everyone class, the instructor will cover basic welding techniques. A variety of useful welding methods will be demonstrated and then repeated by the students. Open to beginners as well as those who have prior experience. Please bring a long sleeved, preferably denim shirt with you to protect your arms (NO FLANNEL). The class Continue Reading
We hold regular standing drop-in meetups for bladesmiths who are members of Hammerspace on Thursday nights. We will be offering the various advanced classes on these nights on a rotating basis or on demand for some activities, and provide ongoing instruction and support for projects begun in previous weeks. Of course, blade-smithing club members can just bring their own projects Continue Reading
We hold regular standing drop-in meetups for bladesmiths who are members of Hammerspace on Thursday nights. We will be offering the various advanced classes on these nights on a rotating basis or on demand for some activities, and provide ongoing instruction and support for projects begun in previous weeks. Of course, blade-smithing club members can just bring their own projects Continue Reading
Coins have been made into rings for years, they were sometimes given as wedding bands after World War I and WWII. It is said that these rings were often made in the trenches or on Navy ships at sea by hitting the coin with a large silver spoon several thousand times. Learn how to heat, hammer, and shape metal while Continue Reading
This silversmithing class is a good first or second class after learning to make a simple band ring. In this class we introduce new tools for setting stones in a silver bezel. We will design and solder together a combination of silver wire and bezel(s) to create settings for turquoise cabochons. Other colors of Cabochons will also be available if Continue Reading
If you've ever wanted to get into 3D printing, but don't quite know how to get started, then this is the class for you! 3D Printing & Design class, at Hammerspace. Learn how to design objects to be printed, as well as how to operate a 3D printer. No prior knowledge required. Be sure to bring your laptop so you Continue Reading
If you've ever wanted to get into 3D printing, but don't quite know how to get started, then this is the class for you! 3D Printing & Design class, at Hammerspace. Learn how to design objects to be printed, as well as how to operate a 3D printer. No prior knowledge required. Be sure to bring your laptop so you Continue Reading
**NOTE: THIS IS A 2-DAY, 2-PART CLASS. PART 1 ON SATURDAY, NOON TO ABOUT 3:30 PM.** **PART 2 ON SUNDAY, NOON UNTIL YOUR KNIFE IS COMPLETE.** PART 1 (Saturday): We will be forging rail road spikes into knives. In this first class we will hammer out a knife blank from a spike to prepare for the stock removal process. Basic Continue Reading
WELDING FOR EVERYONE! In the Welding for Everyone class, the instructor will cover basic welding techniques. A variety of useful welding methods will be demonstrated and then repeated by the students. Open to beginners as well as those who have prior experience. Please bring a long sleeved, preferably denim shirt with you to protect your arms (NO FLANNEL). The class Continue Reading
The office will be closed due to excessive eating and merry making. Go enjoy your weird family.
In this class we will introduce students to basic hammer skills and forge use to teach them how to create this beautiful hand forged steel rose. Learn how to draw out steel bar and create shoulders, texture and pattern steel plate, Learn hot forming and hot riveting techniques. A little light welding is included. Come prepared to swing a hammer. Continue Reading
This Blacksmithing class will involve using the forge and hammers to draw out and point a heavy square rod. We will then learn to create advanced fancy twists while you make your own "Mumblety-peg". Knives are not welcome in school yards today, but when grandparents, their parents and their parents' parents were young, one of their favorite recess pastimes was Continue Reading
Learn to cast pewter holiday ornaments in laser cut MDF molds. We will be altering existing designs and casting from existing molds to create a variety of beautiful pewter ornaments. Make as many as you like during the time that we have. This is a great introduction class for anyone interested in learning metal working. For ages 10-110 years old Continue Reading
The Kiridashi is **the original Japanese utility knife**. A smaller chisel pointed version was traditionally carried in the sleeve pocket of one's kimono by both Samurai and peasant alike. The Kiridashi is now used by practically everyone in Japan from children to master craftsmen. In many ways it's the fixed blade equivalent of the western pocket knife. We will be Continue Reading