Location

The Den Toronto - 1960 Davenport Rd, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M6N 1C2

Duration

Group Class is 6 hours and the private experience is 4 hours.

Includes

First project includes a 4mm Band. Includes all tools and equipment. Materials: All projects are 925 Sterling Silver.

If you select the 1 or 2 person option, this will be part of a group class that can include up to 6 people. If you choose the Private Experience, it is a private class for 2 people.

What You Will Do

In this workshop students are given a strip of sterling silver and are guided by our in-house goldsmith through the process of making a simple silver band ring. Sterling silver is a white metal that is easy to work with and a great medium to begin your explorations into working with fine metal.

Choose between making a wide or thin band, hammered texture or non-textured surface. At the end of this session you will have gained basic knowledge of industry nomenclature and will have a better appreciation for the process involved in making Jewelry from fine metal.

Pay attention to the fine details that make a well-made piece of Jewelry like: even metal thickness, quality of the polish, proper solder seams.

Who Will Guide You

Goldsmith Instructor

Additional Information
Closed toe shoes are required.

Age Recommendation
Participants need to be over 19years and have government issued photo ID.

Booking Details
We do not offer any further discounts or workshops in combination with this purchase. Only redeemable in a public workshop of 6 + students, rebooking is at no fault of the host and is subject but not limited to class size, scheduling and weather conditions Must be redeemed for full promotional value within 3 months otherwise it is valid only for amount actually paid. We do not guarantee a specific class date, first come first serve book 2-3 weeks in advance.

Location

Farm location:
1166 5th Line, Port Hope, Ontario, Canada L0A 1J0

Includes

• Hear how Haute Goat came to be and an introduction to Jack and Teja – the friendly Livestock dogs
• Meet and have a shmurgle with the goats and learn about their wonderful alpacas, chickens, and horses too!
• Relax and enjoy some samples of the most interesting goat cheeses in Canada

What You Will Do
Go behind the scenes at Haute Goat farm to "shmurgle" with our Nigerian Dwarf Goats! This is an incredible opportunity to get up close and personal while learning some of the most interesting things about them while experiencing the joy of connecting with the goats in a playground designed just for them. It’s Goat for your Soul!

Who Will Guide You

Haute Goat owners Shain and Debbie will welcome you and walk you through a brief history of the Haute Goat farm and how it came to be.

Weather Information
Please dress weather appropriate.

In case of heavy rain, yoga will happen inside. Alternatively, we offer a rain-check for another date.

Allergen Information
This activity involves interacting with animals. Please be cognizant if there are any animal allergies.

Location

388 Carlaw Ave, Toronto, ON, Canada, M4M 3P1

Duration

Approximately 5 hours. Workshops take place on Saturday & Sundays

Includes

During the 5 hours, you will forge your own handcrafted axe using not much more than a hammer. All materials needed will be provided on site and you get to take your custom axe home with you!

What You Will Do

Meet at a local coffee shop for a light snack and refreshments before the workshop begins. After an initial orientation, head to the forge and allow your creativity and appreciation for metal work to collide with an opportunity to forge your own handcrafted axe. Learn how to heat carbon steel in a forge and shape it into an axe with an anvil and various hammers. We will walk you through the heat-treating process, grinding, and sharpening. Solid wood handles will be fitted to your custom axe before you take it home!Inspired by a love of the Canadian wilderness, the blacksmiths at Axcadmy lead you through an experience of building an axe with your hands, directly from the raw materials.

Who Will Guide You

The skillful blacksmiths at Axcadmy will guide you through the process and support your experience.

Age Requirements
Participants must be 18+ and will be required to sign a liability waiver before the workshop begins.

Additional Information
Participants will be provided with safety glasses and gloves. We recommend you wear a cotton long sleeve shirt, long pants, and steel toed shoes throughout the duration of the workshop.