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Learn to weld with an electrode: Making a decorative steel star

Have you always dreamed of working with metal? Would you like to weld an elegant, decorative steel star yourself?

In this 3-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to weld flat steel bars to make an attractive self-supporting star, welded to a base.

You’ll develop your electrode-welding skills in a fun and safe way as you learn all the basics.

The total dimension of the object is 12“ x 12” x 3”.

Skills required: none. This workshop is designed for beginners who want to discover welding in a fun way.
welding in a fun way, as well as for people who have already practiced welding and wish to renew their acquaintance with the technique.

The workshop includes all soldering materials, a string of lights to illuminate your star and tons of tips from a soldering pro.

NB: Protective clothing is provided, but please dress in long clothes for the workshop and wear closed-toe shoes.

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Introduction to jewelry – Making a textured silver ring

Do you love jewelry, and would you especially like to learn how to make your own textured sterling silver ring?

In this 3-hour workshop with Louison, our professional jeweler, you’ll create a customizable textured ring in 925 sterling silver.

You can use the techniques provided during the workshop to texture your ring with a hammer and oxidize it to your liking. At the same time, you’ll learn how to saw, solder, shape, polish and finish silver. You’ll also practice using the foredom and tools such as the bocfil (saw), flashlight, hammers and pliers.

You’ll leave with a unique ring to put on your own or a loved one’s finger, as well as information on suppliers and tips for making and maintaining your jewelry.

Skills required: none. This workshop is open to anyone interested in learning more about working with silver.

/!\ This workshop is not recommended for pregnant or breast-feeding women, due to the handling of heavy metals and chemicals.

NB: Workshop time is indicative, and may take longer for some participants. We therefore recommend that you do not schedule an appointment immediately afterwards!

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Introduction to jewelry – Making an adjustable sterling silver ring

Have you always been fascinated by the art of jewelry-making, and dreamed of learning how to make beautiful silver jewelry yourself?

In this 3-hour workshop with Louison, our professional jeweler, you’ll create an elegant, adjustable ring in 925 sterling silver.

You’ll explore basic jewelry-making techniques to create an adjustable ring. At the same time, you’ll learn how to saw, solder, shape, polish and finish silver. You’ll practice using the foredom and tools such as the bocfil (saw), flashlight, hammers and pliers. It’s the perfect workshop for discovering the art of jewelry making, by creating a simple, uncluttered piece of jewelry.

You’ll leave with a delicate ring to put on your own or a loved one’s finger, as well as information on suppliers and tips for making and maintaining your jewelry.

Skills required: none. This workshop is open to anyone interested in learning more about working with silver.

/!\ This workshop is not recommended for pregnant or breast-feeding women, due to the handling of heavy metals and chemicals.

NB: Workshop time is indicative, and may take longer for some participants. We therefore recommend that you do not schedule an appointment immediately afterwards!

 

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Welding – Level 2 – Making a mini rocket stove

Do you find that your hot chocolate tastes much better outside, and would you like to make more of it when camping or at the cottage in any season?

This combustion stove uses 39% to 49%* less fuel than an open fire. It’s perfect for warming up a comforting drink or a tasty dish by the fire, outdoors.

During this 4-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to weld our mini rocket stove model:

– Understanding the physics (distortion, temperature…)

– Theory and practice of electrode welding

– Finishing grinding

The total dimension of the object is 9“ high x 9” long x 6” wide (including legs and pan support).

Skills required: have already done the Introduction to Soldering workshop (Soldering Fundamentals, Creative Sculpture, Coat Rack or Shelf).

Workshop includes materials, safety equipment, pro tips and sparks galore.

Closed-toe shoes are mandatory. And although we offer a large apron and protective sleeves, long clothing is strongly recommended. Ideally not the clothes you hold most dear, in case a stray spark gets clumsily deposited.

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Introduction to welding – Making your own wall-mounted bike rack.

Is your bike lying around in the middle of your living room? Would you like to store it neatly on a wall while learning how to weld?

In this 3-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to weld steel tubes to make your own wall-mounted bike rack that you can proudly mount in your own home.

You’ll develop your electrode welding skills in a fun and safe way, while learning all the basics.

Skills required: none. This workshop is open to anyone who’s curious, or just loves to spark things up!

The workshop includes all materials and tons of tips from a welding pro.

NB: Protective clothing is provided, but please dress in long clothes for the workshop and wear closed shoes.

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The fundamentals of electrode welding

Would you like to learn how to use a welding machine, understand the various welds and be able to create and repair a wide range of metal objects?

This 3-hour workshop has been designed to do just that. You’ll learn about

  • – physical theory (metal behavior, temperatures, distortion, types of metal…)
  • – the equipment needed for safe and enjoyable practice
  • – soldering techniques (use of the soldering machine, points, rounds, waves, short and long soldering seams…)

We promise you intensive practice and lots of fun fastening pieces of metal together.

Skills required: none. This workshop is open to anyone who loves to create sparks!

The workshop includes all materials and tons of tips from a welding pro.

Closed-toe shoes are mandatory. And although we offer a large apron and protective sleeves, long clothing is strongly recommended. Ideally not the clothes you hold most dear, in case a stray spark gets clumsily deposited.

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The fundamentals of electrode welding

Do you dream of learning how to use a welding machine, cut metal and understand the different welds so you can create lots of beautiful things?

 

This 3-hour workshop is designed to do just that. By practicing yourself, you’ll learn in particular:

  • the physical theory (metal behavior, temperatures, distortion, types of metal…)
  • the welding techniques (use of the welding machine, points, rounds, waves, short and long welds, etc.)
  • metal cutting (tools, blades, techniques)

We promise intensive practice, lots of tips and fun building whatever your imagination comes up with!

The workshop includes all materials and a lot of sparks!

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Welding – Making your own metal shelf

Looking to learn how to weld and make a surprising decorative object?

This workshop is for you. Thanks to your welding skills, you’ll be able to create a small wall shelf that can be installed both indoors and outdoors. Made from ¾-inch square steel tubing, the structure is 16 ½ inches wide by 22 inches high. Fitted with 7 ½-inch by 15-inch plywood shelves, it will be very useful for holding books, knick-knacks, photos, lanterns, small sculpture, etc.

This 4-hour workshop will teach you all the fundamentals of welding:
– Theory and practice of welding
– Understanding physics (distortion, temperature….)
– Finish grinding and painting

Skills required: none!

The workshop includes all plans, materials, safety equipment and sparks galore.

Closed-toe shoes are mandatory. And although we offer a large apron and protective sleeves, long clothing is strongly recommended. Ideally not the clothes you hold most dear, in case a stray spark gets clumsily deposited.

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Introduction to sheet metal work – Making a toolbox

Introduction to sheet metal work – Making a toolbox

Looking for a place to store all your small sewing tools and accessories?
In this 4-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to make a small metal toolbox using a spot welder and folding machine. You’ll also learn how to handle sheet metal, and how to bend sheet metal!

No experience required, just good humor and a desire to learn a new skill.

Box size: length 12 inches, width 5 inches and height 4 inches

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Initiation welding – Creating a coat rack

Still lacking a place to properly store coats, tools, hats, … the whole shebang?

In this workshop, you’ll create storage hooks using bolts, chains, nuts and all kinds of recycled metal!

Once you’ve chosen your materials, you’ll learn all the basics of electrode welding the safe way.
It’s a fun way to develop a new skill.

The workshop includes all materials and sparks galore.

NB: Some pictures are models, close to what you’ll make on site.

Closed-toe shoes are mandatory. And although we offer a large apron and protective sleeves, long clothing is strongly recommended. Ideally not the clothes you hold most dear, in case a stray spark gets clumsily deposited.

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