From Steel to Edge: A Hands-On Knife Making Series

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.

Recommended companion class: Waterjetting B&B.