Introduction to Tinsmithing
Day 1: An overview of the history of the tinplate industry, the tin shop and its equipment.
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The workshop
Day 1: An overview of the history of the tinplate industry, the tin shop and its equipment. Through the fabrication of a choice of projects, students will have the opportunity to explore the functions of the various pieces of equipment used in the manufacture of useful, historically accurate tin-plate objects such as wall sconces, chamber sticks, and cups.. Tools such as shears, stakes, swedges, rotary tools, riveting and soldering equipment will be explained and put into use.
Day 2: Students will continue to practice the techniques learned on day 1 in order to complete their projects.
Special Tools or Equipment to bring: None
Before you come
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Where
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Staying on the farm
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