Beginner Blacksmithing with Dan Partin: Coat Hanger July 12, 2025 9am to 3pm

Come play with hot metal, it’s fun. Dan has been a hobby blacksmith for more than a handful of years. His background is in science, but now is doing mostly smithing. He was on the “Ramblin’ Rod” television show twice and failed to win the smile contest either going. He’s not bitter at all about that. You can see some of Dan’s work (and pictures of cute dogs and pizza) here.
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There are two stand alone classes from Dan this weekend, but a student could be encouraged to take both. Class 2: Blacksmiths padlock is more of a guided workshop, so if you are new and can only take one, I would suggest Class 1; Coat Hanger.

The main project for this class will be a coat hanger. Sounds simple, but it does capture many of the basic skills of blacksmithing. Material management, drawing out, isolating material, making an aesthetic curl, punching a hole, symmetry, etc.

What to wear/safety equipment :

-Cotton pants and long sleeved shirt (synthetics are potentially flammable).

-Leather boots (NO open toed sandals/shoes-tennis shoes are not recommended for safety). Make sure your pants fit over the tops of your boots so nothing hot can fall in.

-Safety glasses, ear plugs, and a dust mask. Long hair must be tied back.

-Leather gloves to protect your hands and a notebook to take notes.

-Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated, and lunch/snacks if you want.

PLEASE PLAN TO ARRIVE 30 MINUTES BEFORE CLASS IS SCHEDULED SO EVERYONE CAN GET SET UP.

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