From Steel to Edge: A Hands-On Knife Making Series
In this multi-week workshop, participants will learn to forge their own custom chef’s knife and paring knife from high-carbon or stainless steel. Over the course of four sessions, you’ll explore the chemistry and craftsmanship behind blade creation—from raw steel to finished, functional kitchen tools. You’ll also gain hands-on experience using the tools of both the metal and wood shops to shape, assemble, and finish your knives for long-term performance.
This is a four-part class held weekly on Tuesdays beginning September 2.
What to Expect
Each week builds on the last as you work through the full knife-making process:
- Week 1 – Profiling & Heat Treatment
- Shape your raw steel and heat treat it to alter the metal’s chemistry for hardness and durability. Learn about blade anatomy and knife styles.
- Week 2 – Beveling & Rough Shaping
- Begin forming the cutting edge and refining the geometry of your blades using belt grinders and other metalworking tools.
- Week 3 – Handle Shaping & Assembly
- Design and create custom handles using woodworking tools, then attach them to your blades for a complete, ergonomic fit.
- Week 4 – Finishing & Edge Work
- Refine your blades, sharpen them, and learn how to care for your finished knives to maintain sharpness and longevity.
This is a hands-on, skill-building workshop. Expect to work with kilns, grinders, sanders, and saws in a supportive and guided environment.
Skills You’ll Acquire
• Understanding of blade metallurgy and heat treatment
• Use of kilns, grinders, buffing wheels, drill presses, and woodworking tools
• Knife profiling, beveling, and edge forming
• Handle shaping and knife assembly
• Knife care and long-term maintenance
What’s Provided
• High-carbon or stainless steel blanks
• Handle materials (wood, adhesives, and hardware)
• Access to metal and woodshop tools and equipment
• Instruction and support across all four sessions
Who Should Attend
Ideal for beginners and intermediate makers interested in metalwork, bladesmithing, or custom kitchen tools. Whether you’re a home cook, hands-on learner, or DIY enthusiast, this class will guide you through the rewarding process of knife making—start to finish.
Prerequisites/Safety Information
No prior knife-making experience required. All necessary tools, materials, and safety instruction will be provided in class.
This is a four-part class held on consecutive Tuesdays: September 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd.
Recommended companion class: Waterjetting B&B.
You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:
https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=585&reset=1&reset=1
Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email info@makehaven.org