Adirondack Folk School

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51 Main St.
Lake Luzerne, NY 12846 United States Get Directions
Phone 518-696-2400

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  • Damascus Paring Knife

    Adirondack Folk School 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne, NY, United States

    In this dynamic two day class students will forge a billet of pattern welded damascus, then forge heat treat, grind polish and etch several 2-3? bladed all steel paring knives. These little knives though relatively quick to make, are extremely useful in the kitchen and a wonderful platform to explore how thickness and geometry of the edge contribute to a knife's cutting abilities. Most students complete at least two knives in the class. This repetition is essential to cementing the skills learned in the class, allowing students to truly learn from mistakes and reinforce the lessons learned. Skills covered include: basic forge welding of damascus steel, pattern development in damascus steel, forging blades to shape, basic heat treating of knives, grinding and finishing of knives, etching damascus steel and sharpening knives.

  • Chair Caning

    Adirondack Folk School 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne, NY, United States

    Spend a few days learning how to cane your own chair during which you'll learn how to weave the traditional 7-step caning pattern. Bring along a chair in good condition in need of a new caned seat. Ideally, the chair seat will be square or rectangular in shape and have fewer than 85 holes drilled into the seat frame. Any repairs and refinishing should be completed before the class begins. Please bring a chair in sound condition, with the old cane removed, if possible.

  • Chair Caning

    Adirondack Folk School 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne, NY, United States

    Spend a few days learning how to cane your own chair during which you'll learn how to weave the traditional 7-step caning pattern. Bring along a chair in good condition in need of a new caned seat. Ideally, the chair seat will be square or rectangular in shape and have fewer than 85 holes drilled into the seat frame. Any repairs and refinishing should be completed before the class begins. Please bring a chair in sound condition, with the old cane removed, if possible.

  • Copper Ornaments

    Adirondack Folk School 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne, NY, United States

    This copper ornament class will allow you to make your choice of 2 of the 3 items advertised. The process will have you cutting out the pieces, forming and texturing on an anvil. You will also be using a small torch as part of the texturing process, and soldering. The maple leaf ornament will have a "glass drop" soldered into the center. The mushroom can be used to hold your jewelry, earrings, and rings. The cap can be lifted off to slide rings on the stem. The stem is epoxied to a piece of bluestone serving as the base. The fern is a wall ornament that can be hung or laid in a windowsill. The fern is 10 inches tall, the maple leaf is 5 inches by 5 inches and the mushroom is 5 inches tall.

  • A copper bowl with copper vines decorating the rim.

    Copper Bowl

    Adirondack Folk School 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne, NY, United States

    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 9" 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.

  • A bar of soap with a label with a picture of a goat on it.

    Milk Soaps

    Adirondack Folk School 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne, NY, United States

    Goat milk soap is excellent for people with dry, irritated or sensitive skin. It is loaded with nutrients, proteins, fat, calcium and vitamins. It is an excellent natural moisturizer that helps hydrate, nourish and revitalize skin. We will discuss natural dyes and additives which you may wish to incorporate in your soap. You will be making a pound of soap to take home.

  • Carving Lettering

    Adirondack Folk School 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne, NY, United States

    In this class you will explore the history of carved letters, including raised and incised examples. Design, proper layout, and spacing will be taught. The correct approach to handling carving tools and interesting techniques will be demonstrated. Sharpening and tool maintenance will be shown. Students of all levels will be able to learn how to carve on flat or shaped surfaces. This class is a must for any student of carving.

  • Light Through the Trees Watercolor

    Adirondack Folk School 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne, NY, United States

    Are you inspired by sunlight or moonlight shining through our beautiful Adirondack forests? Join local artist and teacher, Kate Hartley and learn the basics of watercolors in a fun, relaxed atmosphere ~ Realism, color mixing, wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry techniques, perspective and the ?tricks? of capturing light on paper will be emphasized. Bring a photo of your own favorite patch of woods, at any season, or use one provided by the instructor. Whether you have some painting experience, or have always just wanted to try, this class is for you! Students may wish to bring a snack and beverage for our friendly ?group critique? midway through the afternoon.

  • Triangle Dinner Bell

    Adirondack Folk School 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne, NY, United States

    Students will make a triangular dinner bell, striker and mounting bracket. Skills involved will be managing a coal fire, drawing out, scrolling and punching the steel. You will leave with a keepsake ready to hang and use.

  • Carving Lettering

    Adirondack Folk School 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne, NY, United States

    In this class you will explore the history of carved letters, including raised and incised examples. Design, proper layout, and spacing will be taught. The correct approach to handling carving tools and interesting techniques will be demonstrated. Sharpening and tool maintenance will be shown. Students of all levels will be able to learn how to carve on flat or shaped surfaces. This class is a must for any student of carving.

  • Blacksmithing 107: Make a Forged Leaf Key Ring

    Adirondack Folk School 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne, NY, United States

    This 4 hour class is ideal for the beginner blacksmith with little to no experience. We’ll explore basic techniques first, then move on to forging leaves to create a decorative leaf keychain. ABANA

  • Rustic End Tables

    Adirondack Folk School 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne, NY, United States

    The Adirondack Style is unique. It combines traditional furniture making with the materials found in this region: birch bark, twigs, logs and more. Found in the earliest Great Camps of our region, the skilled craftsmen who made this unique furniture were inspired by the world around them. In this class you will be guided from start to finish: from the selection of the materials and their preparation, to the joinery required, as well as the aesthetics that will help you make a fine end table suitable for your Great Camp or home.