Workshops List

TINSMITHING

March 14 - 19, 2010

Tinsmithing is a creative art that is decorative and functional. Throughout history, people have depended on tinsmiths to make buckets, pans, pitchers and kettles as well as fun things like cookie cutters and tree top angels. Students in this class will cut and form flat sheets of tinplate into several useful forms such as cups, mugs, candle holders, trays, scoops and wall sconces.

Also a brief history of the trade will be covered. Students are invited to bring their own metalworking tools if they have them, however the instructor can provide all necessary tools and materials. This class is mainly for beginners, but experienced metalworkers are also welcome.

Class fee $375.00 – a non-refundable registration fee of $75 is due at the time of registration. The remainder of the class fee ($300.00) plus any material fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning of class. (does not include lodging)

Min 3/Max 8
Materials fee $35.00

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Instructor: Robert Stone

Robert Stone has been interested in working sheet metal all his life, but since 1987, has been practicing the traditional arts of tinsmithing and coppersmithing. In order to promote an appreciation of the artistic role that tinsmiths and coppersmiths have played in this country, he will share the history of the trades; as well as the basic skills of design, layout, soldering, etc.