Utensils
October 16-18, 2026
Instructor: Haley Arbour
In this class, students will create a set of kitchen tools for use at the grill or in the home. We will focus on forging at the anvil before moving to the power hammer for refinement. Emphasis will be placed on clean, intentional transitions, upsetting material to establish mass, and developing comfort in both design and in-hand function. These principles will be explored through both demonstration and discussion throughout the course.
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Personal Protective Equipment
All Students attending workshops are required to have the appropriate PPE while working in the Nearside shop:
Eye Protection Safety Glasses
Hearing Protection either Safety Certified Ear Muffs or Ear Plugs
Closed Toe shoes or preferably CSA Steel Toe Safety Footwear
Gloves - Heavy leather gardening gloves or welding gloves
We strongly encourage:
Wearing clothes you can work in - Cotton or natural fibers - non melting fabric choices
Nothing too loose or with dangling strings that could get in the way, or caught in machinery
Bringing a notebook and a writing utensil, a water bottle, and a good attitude!
Lunch:
Baker street and its amenities as well as local cafes and restaurants are all within walking distance of the shop. You can bring a packed lunch and eat on campus or in the park across the street
If you have any questions, just reach out: info@nearsidearts.org