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

Open a new chapter in your wood working journey by making your own hand tool. Shape the wood body, harden and temper steel for the blade and make your first shavings all in one day!

Forging Small Garden Tools

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

Learn to forge a garden trowel, fork and rack from carbon steel. Eliminate the hassle of cheap garden supply tools that often bend and break. You'll learn some basic forging techniques while making quality tools and have the satisfaction of using tools you've made yourself.

Shuttle Basket

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

Loom weavers used the original version however we think you will find so many possibilities for this beautiful basket. Students will weave two baskets that will be connected by a woven flat panel. Structural stays and handle will make the basket sturdy. Dyed reed will be available for students to create their own design. This is an intermediate to advanced level class. Dimensions: 26" tall x 12" wide x 6" deep.

Birch Bark Picture Frames and Mirrors

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

Birch bark picture frames and mirrors have adorned Adirondack camps and cabins for centuries and were a favorite winter project for the guides to make. This is a great class for beginners with limited experience with woodworking and tools. You will select a frame and learn how to cut and fasten the Birch bark, twigs and other natural objects to create your own 'masterpiece'. Come see why this is one of our most popular classes. You'll be proud to hang this in your home!

Forging Small Garden Tools

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

Learn to forge a garden trowel, fork and rack from carbon steel. Eliminate the hassle of cheap garden supply tools that often bend and break. You'll learn some basic forging techniques while making quality tools and have the satisfaction of using tools you've made yourself.

Shuttle Basket

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

Loom weavers used the original version however we think you will find so many possibilities for this beautiful basket. Students will weave two baskets that will be connected by a woven flat panel. Structural stays and handle will make the basket sturdy. Dyed reed will be available for students to create their own design. This is an intermediate to advanced level class. Dimensions: 26" tall x 12" wide x 6" deep.

Birch Bark Picture Frames and Mirrors

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

Birch bark picture frames and mirrors have adorned Adirondack camps and cabins for centuries and were a favorite winter project for the guides to make. This is a great class for beginners with limited experience with woodworking and tools. You will select a frame and learn how to cut and fasten the Birch bark, twigs and other natural objects to create your own 'masterpiece'. Come see why this is one of our most popular classes. You'll be proud to hang this in your home!

Forging Small Garden Tools

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

Learn to forge a garden trowel, fork and rack from carbon steel. Eliminate the hassle of cheap garden supply tools that often bend and break. You'll learn some basic forging techniques while making quality tools and have the satisfaction of using tools you've made yourself.

Better Bird Photography

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

This class is geared towards beginner to intermediate photographers who want to learn solid fundamentals and put them into practice with instruction. Dave will share an intro slideshow of his work and a discussion on ethics, safety, subject knowledge and increasing success rate. There will be a handout that covers discussion points of basic camera use, lens selection, composition and more. This class will include photographing live Raptors from a local Wildlife Educator, and a talk on responsible birding and bird photography.

Forging Small Garden Tools

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

Learn to forge a garden trowel, fork and rack from carbon steel. Eliminate the hassle of cheap garden supply tools that often bend and break. You'll learn some basic forging techniques while making quality tools and have the satisfaction of using tools you've made yourself.

Tomahawk Forging

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

Learn to forge a tomahawk with instructor Joe Szilaski. Students will be able to customize their design and will leave the class with a unique piece.

Carved Knife Holder

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

Keep your kitchen knives nearby with this beautifully carved 13" x 5" knife holder. Students will learn to design, layout and carve their own designs.

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