Workshop 1: Copper Re-Tinning & Tinning

This is a 2-day workshop at my Fredonia, Wisconsin coppersmithing shop, with about 16 total hours in the copper shop. During the last workshop, there were pairs who came - and between a 2-person team, everyone was able to tin over 20 pieces! There will be a catered lunch provided both days as well as a few additional short breaks / snacks throughout. **You must be prepared to work with fire and molten metal! Safety equipment provided.** Class Date:  Friday April 19 & Saturday April 20, 2024 What You Learn: Brief 1-2 hour review of all the tools in the copper shop / tools of the trade How to clean and strip and prep copper for retinning, with actual practice Hands-on Tinning and Re-tinning Hands-on proper post-tinning cleaning processes Buffing with a power engine and compounds Hand polishing techniques and options Proper handle care and restoration after tinning BONUS: How to tin in the flat What You Take Home: Two review booklets with all the information from the class for later