BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Adirondack Folk School - ECPv5.13.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Adirondack Folk School X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Adirondack Folk School REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T165536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T165536Z UID:7033-1665655200-1665669600@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:AFS Sewing Circle DESCRIPTION:Calling all fiber artists! Do you have a project you’re in the middle of? Want some company while you work? Sounds like AFS Sewing Circle is the place for you! Quilters\, knitters\, and fiber artists alike are welcome to join us every month for an afternoon of quilting and camaraderie. Bring your works in progress\, and enjoy sharing your experience and the company of your fellow quilters. Pre-registration is not required. All are welcome! URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/afs-sewing-circle-8/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Fiber Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/AFS-Sewing-Circle-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221009T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221009T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T165912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T165912Z UID:7095-1665316800-1665331200@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Rugs from Rags DESCRIPTION:No weaving experience is necessary! The looms are dressed and ready to go\, all you need to do is bring your creative spirit and to leave with a finished one-of-a-kind rug. Students will have a choice of making a traditional Rag Rug using recycled fabric strips or making a Sock Rug using remnants from a sock factory. Colors and choices of fabric and remnants vary from class to class depending on availability. The rugs are 24″ wide\, and up to 45″ long. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/rugs-from-rags-8/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Fiber Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NEW-PIC-Rugs-from-Rags-C.-Dvorak-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221009T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221009T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T170256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T170256Z UID:7168-1665306000-1665331200@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Forging a Hacksaw DESCRIPTION:Every smith needs a good hacksaw\, so why not make your own frame? Students will make a simple\, yet sturdy\, hacksaw frame with room for individualization and decorative file work. Handles will be turned as part of the class. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/forging-a-hacksaw-2/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Hacksaw-Heidemann-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T200000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T170141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T170141Z UID:7141-1665248400-1665259200@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Weaving 102: Next Steps to Weaving on a Floor Loom DESCRIPTION:Once you’ve learned the basics of the weaving process\, it’s time for your first project! Each student will wind a warp\, dress a loom and weave a Tencel scarf. Multiple color choices will be available. The weave structors is based on plain weave\, making this s great first project. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/weaving-102-next-steps-to-weaving-on-a-floor-loom-8/ LOCATION:NY CATEGORIES:Fiber Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NEW-PIC-Weaving-102-T.-Dvorak-rotated.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T170256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T170256Z UID:7167-1665219600-1665244800@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Forging a Hacksaw DESCRIPTION:Every smith needs a good hacksaw\, so why not make your own frame? Students will make a simple\, yet sturdy\, hacksaw frame with room for individualization and decorative file work. Handles will be turned as part of the class. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/forging-a-hacksaw/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Hacksaw-Heidemann-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221007T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221007T200000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T170127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T170127Z UID:7140-1665162000-1665172800@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Weaving 102: Next Steps to Weaving on a Floor Loom DESCRIPTION:Once you’ve learned the basics of the weaving process\, it’s time for your first project! Each student will wind a warp\, dress a loom and weave a Tencel scarf. Multiple color choices will be available. The weave structors is based on plain weave\, making this s great first project. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/weaving-102-next-steps-to-weaving-on-a-floor-loom-7/ LOCATION:NY CATEGORIES:Fiber Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NEW-PIC-Weaving-102-T.-Dvorak-rotated.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221002T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221002T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T170641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T170641Z UID:7241-1664701200-1664726400@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Chip Carving a Green Man DESCRIPTION:The Green Man is an ancient symbol of the union of man and nature; a human face is surrounded by floral forms. Each student will receive a basswood plank with the bark on one edge and\, separately\, a few Green Man designs. After selecting the design of choice\, the student will apply the design to the plank and carve the face into the wood. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/chip-carving-a-green-man-2/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Woodcarving ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Carving-a-Green-Man-Wilson.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221002T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221002T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T165828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T165828Z UID:7080-1664701200-1664726400@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Japanese Dagger with Sawa (Sheath & Handle) DESCRIPTION:The goal of this class is to produce a blade ready for quenching with minimal use of a grinder. The focus will be on the tanto\, the dagger carried by samurai. Students will start with a piece of high carbon stock. This class will follow historic processes as closely as possible. Students will forge their bar into a blank of precise dimensions\, before hand forging bevels and relevant blade geometry. Then\, hand files will be used to finish the blade. Blades that are ready will be quenched at the end of the 2nd day. This class includes an in depth discussion of heat treating\, and blades will be clay coated when quenched for a hamon. The third day will start at the forge to make a basic fitting\, the habaki\, from copper. After that\, the class will turn to the wood shop\, where students will use hand tools to make a wooden handle and sheath using traditional methods. This class is for intermediate smiths. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/japanese-dagger-with-sawa-sheath-handle-3/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/No-Grind-Knife-Japanese-Dagger-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T200000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T170127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T170127Z UID:7139-1664643600-1664654400@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Weaving 102: Next Steps to Weaving on a Floor Loom DESCRIPTION:Once you’ve learned the basics of the weaving process\, it’s time for your first project! Each student will wind a warp\, dress a loom and weave a Tencel scarf. Multiple color choices will be available. The weave structors is based on plain weave\, making this s great first project. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/weaving-102-next-steps-to-weaving-on-a-floor-loom-6/ LOCATION:NY CATEGORIES:Fiber Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NEW-PIC-Weaving-102-T.-Dvorak-rotated.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T170627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T170627Z UID:7240-1664614800-1664640000@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Chip Carving a Green Man DESCRIPTION:The Green Man is an ancient symbol of the union of man and nature; a human face is surrounded by floral forms. Each student will receive a basswood plank with the bark on one edge and\, separately\, a few Green Man designs. After selecting the design of choice\, the student will apply the design to the plank and carve the face into the wood. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/chip-carving-a-green-man/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Woodcarving ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Carving-a-Green-Man-Wilson.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T165828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T165828Z UID:7079-1664614800-1664640000@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Japanese Dagger with Sawa (Sheath & Handle) DESCRIPTION:The goal of this class is to produce a blade ready for quenching with minimal use of a grinder. The focus will be on the tanto\, the dagger carried by samurai. Students will start with a piece of high carbon stock. This class will follow historic processes as closely as possible. Students will forge their bar into a blank of precise dimensions\, before hand forging bevels and relevant blade geometry. Then\, hand files will be used to finish the blade. Blades that are ready will be quenched at the end of the 2nd day. This class includes an in depth discussion of heat treating\, and blades will be clay coated when quenched for a hamon. The third day will start at the forge to make a basic fitting\, the habaki\, from copper. After that\, the class will turn to the wood shop\, where students will use hand tools to make a wooden handle and sheath using traditional methods. This class is for intermediate smiths. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/japanese-dagger-with-sawa-sheath-handle-2/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/No-Grind-Knife-Japanese-Dagger-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T200000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T170127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T170127Z UID:7138-1664557200-1664568000@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Weaving 102: Next Steps to Weaving on a Floor Loom DESCRIPTION:Once you’ve learned the basics of the weaving process\, it’s time for your first project! Each student will wind a warp\, dress a loom and weave a Tencel scarf. Multiple color choices will be available. The weave structors is based on plain weave\, making this s great first project. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/weaving-102-next-steps-to-weaving-on-a-floor-loom-5/ LOCATION:NY CATEGORIES:Fiber Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NEW-PIC-Weaving-102-T.-Dvorak-rotated.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T165827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T165827Z UID:7078-1664528400-1664553600@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Japanese Dagger with Sawa (Sheath & Handle) DESCRIPTION:The goal of this class is to produce a blade ready for quenching with minimal use of a grinder. The focus will be on the tanto\, the dagger carried by samurai. Students will start with a piece of high carbon stock. This class will follow historic processes as closely as possible. Students will forge their bar into a blank of precise dimensions\, before hand forging bevels and relevant blade geometry. Then\, hand files will be used to finish the blade. Blades that are ready will be quenched at the end of the 2nd day. This class includes an in depth discussion of heat treating\, and blades will be clay coated when quenched for a hamon. The third day will start at the forge to make a basic fitting\, the habaki\, from copper. After that\, the class will turn to the wood shop\, where students will use hand tools to make a wooden handle and sheath using traditional methods. This class is for intermediate smiths. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/japanese-dagger-with-sawa-sheath-handle/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/No-Grind-Knife-Japanese-Dagger-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220925T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220925T163000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T170711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T170711Z UID:7251-1664100000-1664123400@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Principles of Herbal Medicine DESCRIPTION:The use of plants for wellness\, nutrition and balance has been practiced for thousands of years in the Adirondacks and cultures around the globe. Join Margo for an exploration of Basic Principles of Herbal Medicine through the lens of intimately getting to know 6 easy to identify plants from our local region who may be growing right under your own feet! (And in your own garden!) \nIn this class you will have an opportunity to gain intimate knowledge of plants and traditional methods of working with them\, while building your wild skill set in identification and transforming raw (plant) material into beneficial preparations through hands-on experiences. Your work in the classroom will continue at home. In each class you will receive a rooted specimen of the plant we work with\, along with the earthwork of establishing your own medicinal herb garden.\nThis class is recommended for those who are: curious\, herbalists\, gardeners and/or plant lovers\, ages 13 and up\, beginner or experienced. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/principles-of-herbal-medicine-5/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Herbalism ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Principles-of-Herbal-Medicine-Mullein.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220925T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220925T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T170527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T170527Z UID:7219-1664096400-1664121600@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Relief Carved Door Toppers DESCRIPTION:Carve a decorative door topper for your interior or exterior door. Learn to design\, lay out\, and carve\, a scenic design or welcome sign for the top of your door. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/relief-carved-door-toppers-4/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Rustic Furniture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Carved-Door-Toppers-Schreiner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220925T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220925T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T170411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T170411Z UID:7192-1664096400-1664121600@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Coffin Handled Bowie Knife DESCRIPTION:The Bowie Knife conjures thoughts of legend and history. In this class students will create their own version of this iconic American knife. Students will begin by forging the blades to shape from high carbon steel bar stock\, followed by grinding and heat treating the blade. Once the blades are finished the class will turn to the handles fabricating a guard\, bolster and wood handle for their knives. \nThis class will focus on several key techniques in knifemaking: fitting a guard\, as well as shaping and designing hidden tang wooden handles. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/coffin-handled-bowie-knife-3/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Coffin-Handled-Bowie-Parkinson.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T170907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T170907Z UID:7274-1664010000-1664035200@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Felted Squirrel DESCRIPTION:Felt a “sleepy squirrel” that could be found in a leafy nest anywhere in the Adirondacks. You will use a simple armiture\, natural wool fibers\, and easy to use techniques to create a lifelike image of a sleeping gray squirrel. This course is appropriate for beginners and will give you the skills to create your own sleepy character. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/felted-squirrel-2/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Fiber Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Felted-Squirrel-Oles.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T170527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T170527Z UID:7218-1664010000-1664035200@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Relief Carved Door Toppers DESCRIPTION:Carve a decorative door topper for your interior or exterior door. Learn to design\, lay out\, and carve\, a scenic design or welcome sign for the top of your door. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/relief-carved-door-toppers-3/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Rustic Furniture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Carved-Door-Toppers-Schreiner-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T170411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T170411Z UID:7191-1664010000-1664035200@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Coffin Handled Bowie Knife DESCRIPTION:The Bowie Knife conjures thoughts of legend and history. In this class students will create their own version of this iconic American knife. Students will begin by forging the blades to shape from high carbon steel bar stock\, followed by grinding and heat treating the blade. Once the blades are finished the class will turn to the handles fabricating a guard\, bolster and wood handle for their knives. \nThis class will focus on several key techniques in knifemaking: fitting a guard\, as well as shaping and designing hidden tang wooden handles. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/coffin-handled-bowie-knife-2/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Coffin-Handled-Bowie-Parkinson.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220923T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220923T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T170357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T170357Z UID:7190-1663923600-1663948800@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Coffin Handled Bowie Knife DESCRIPTION:The Bowie Knife conjures thoughts of legend and history. In this class students will create their own version of this iconic American knife. Students will begin by forging the blades to shape from high carbon steel bar stock\, followed by grinding and heat treating the blade. Once the blades are finished the class will turn to the handles fabricating a guard\, bolster and wood handle for their knives. \nThis class will focus on several key techniques in knifemaking: fitting a guard\, as well as shaping and designing hidden tang wooden handles. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/coffin-handled-bowie-knife/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Coffin-Handled-Bowie-Parkinson.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220923T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220923T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T170112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T170112Z UID:7132-1663923600-1663948800@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Walking Stick with Inlaid Compass DESCRIPTION:Take your next hike or walk around the corner with a unique hand-crafted walking stick. Frank will guide you through the process of taking a piece of ironwood and transforming it into a walking stick that will last a lifetime. The inlaid compass will help ensure you don’t lose your way on the trail! Makes a wonderful gift for the hikers in your life! URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/walking-stick-with-inlaid-compass-3/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Woodworking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Walking-Stick-with-Compass-Lagace.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220922T203000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T165431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T165431Z UID:7016-1663869600-1663878600@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:A Taste of the Forge DESCRIPTION:Would you like to try blacksmithing\, and get a taste of the craft? Join instructor Steve Gurzler for 3 weekday evenings to learn how to operate a coal forge to bring metal to incandescent heat and shape it with hammer in hand. This class will use the Artist Blacksmiths Association of North America (ABANA) curriculum to teach the basics of blacksmithing. Students can expect to create 2 or more projects during the 3 evenings. Class size is limited to ensure all can advance at their own pace. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/a-taste-of-the-forge-6/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/A-Taste-of-the-Forge-II.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T200000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T165842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T165842Z UID:7085-1663785000-1663790400@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Open Forge Night DESCRIPTION:Interested in blacksmithing but unsure how to start? Open Forge Night is the place for you! Every third Wednesday of the month during our blacksmithing season\, come see demonstrations by expert blacksmith Steve Gurzler. Observing the demonstration is free and open to the public. If you want to try your hand at blacksmithing there is a $20 fee to cover the cost of materials. Safety precautions must be followed – including hard shoes with no open toes\, long pants\, goggles (supplied) and gloves (supplied). URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/open-forge-night-5/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Open-Forge-Night.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220916T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220916T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T170627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T170627Z UID:7238-1663318800-1663344000@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Copper Bowl DESCRIPTION:In this class students will create a beautiful copper bowl from a 12″ x 12″ sheet of 16 gauge copper. Students will pound and hand tool the sheet into an 8″ diameter\, approx. 2″ deep bowl. Students will also make a decorative vine with leaves from copper that will be attached to the rim of the bowl. Some soldering will be involved in this class. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/copper-bowl-3/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Metal Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Copper-Bowl-Swanberry-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T203000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T165416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T165416Z UID:7015-1663264800-1663273800@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:A Taste of the Forge DESCRIPTION:Would you like to try blacksmithing\, and get a taste of the craft? Join instructor Steve Gurzler for 3 weekday evenings to learn how to operate a coal forge to bring metal to incandescent heat and shape it with hammer in hand. This class will use the Artist Blacksmiths Association of North America (ABANA) curriculum to teach the basics of blacksmithing. Students can expect to create 2 or more projects during the 3 evenings. Class size is limited to ensure all can advance at their own pace. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/a-taste-of-the-forge-5/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/A-Taste-of-the-Forge-II.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T120000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T170542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T170542Z UID:7225-1663232400-1663243200@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Small Copper Embossing DESCRIPTION:Learn the discipline of Metal Working known as Embossing. Students will transfer an image of their choosing from a paper template to a sheet of copper by using various sizes of stylus and other hand tools to create a textured picture. Students will find that copper is a very workable material. Your finished piece will fit in with any Adirondack decor or even in a rustic birch frame! This piece is 6″ x 6″. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/small-copper-embossing-4/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Metal Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Small-Copper-Embossing-Swanberry-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220911T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220911T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T165912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T165912Z UID:7094-1662897600-1662912000@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Rugs from Rags DESCRIPTION:No weaving experience is necessary! The looms are dressed and ready to go\, all you need to do is bring your creative spirit and to leave with a finished one-of-a-kind rug. Students will have a choice of making a traditional Rag Rug using recycled fabric strips or making a Sock Rug using remnants from a sock factory. Colors and choices of fabric and remnants vary from class to class depending on availability. The rugs are 24″ wide\, and up to 45″ long. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/rugs-from-rags-7/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Fiber Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NEW-PIC-Rugs-from-Rags-C.-Dvorak-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220911T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220911T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T165812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T165812Z UID:7075-1662886800-1662912000@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Needle Felted Fall Decor DESCRIPTION:Needle felting is a fun and addictive craft. The wool is very forgiving as it can be continually reshaped\, similar to sculpting with clay. In this introductory class\, we will discuss the variety of wools\, tools\, and techniques used to form desired shapes in creating three-dimensional objects. Students will sculpt two medium sized pumpkins or gourds\, with techniques that can be transferred to unlimited ideas. Each student’s work will be different as we work with a number of choices of type of fleece and colors used. Additional kits and tools will be available for purchase. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/needle-felted-fall-decor-2/ LOCATION:NY CATEGORIES:Fiber Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Needle-Felted-Fall-Decor-Boughton-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220911T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220911T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T165726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T165726Z UID:7056-1662886800-1662912000@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Blacksmithing 103: Coat Rack DESCRIPTION:This final intro to blacksmithing class uses all of the forging techniques taught in the previous classes to create a small coat or pot rack\, with hand forged hooks riveted to the base. This is also an introduction o joinery\, as students will learn how to rivet pieces together. Other techniques including pass-throughs and mortise and tenon will be demonstrated and discussed. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/blacksmithing-103-coat-rack-2/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Blacksmithing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Intro-Chip-Carving-Wilson-rotated.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220911T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220911T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T201534 CREATED:20220202T165711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T165711Z UID:7052-1662886800-1662912000@adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net SUMMARY:Introduction to Chip Carving DESCRIPTION:This course will introduce students to the traditional craft of chip carving – a type of woodcarving in which a small knife is used to incise decorative floral and geometric designs into basswood or butternut. The design is created by the removal of small pieces (chips) of the wood. Chip carving is an ancient\, traditional craft. Chip carved plates\, jewelry and keepsake boxes\, trays\, breadboards\, furniture and other items can make wonderful gifts and also decorate the home with traditional motifs. Some previous carving experience is helpful\, but not necessary. Students will learn to carve a variety of practice designs already drawn on a board and may complete a round ornament as well. URL:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/event/introduction-to-chip-carving-6/ LOCATION:Adirondack Folk School\, 51 Main St.\, Lake Luzerne\, NY\, 12846\, United States CATEGORIES:Woodcarving ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://adirondackfolkschool.webdesignsaratoga.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Intro-Chip-Carving-Wilson-rotated.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR