Master the fundamentals of metal fabrication and welding while creating a functional steel planter box.
Welding has been a cornerstone of human achievement throughout history. From the iconic image of workers constructing the Empire State Building to the engineering marvel of the Eiffel Tower, welding represents both craft and courage. Yet learning this valuable skill at home would be dangerous and inadvisable.
That's why Craftsman Ave offers the ideal introduction to welding: a safe, supportive, and professionally supervised single-session workshop. In one evening, you will gain hands-on experience in metal fabrication, practicing cutting, welding, and grinding techniques to construct your own minimalist steel planter. Expert craftspeople, called guides, will mentor you closely throughout each phase, ensuring you safely and skillfully cut, shape, weld, and polish the steel.
After completing the construction, you have the option to personalize your planter using engraving tools or leave it in its clean, minimal aesthetic. Whether your creation holds succulents, writing implements, or becomes a cherished art object, your welded steel planter will serve as a lasting testament to your newfound metalworking abilities.
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Skill Level: Beginner. This course is designed for beginners with little or no prior metal fabrication experience
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Tools and Techniques: You will gain substantial hands-on time operating a MIG welder, angle grinders, and various hand tools
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Duration: Approximately 4 hours, plus or minus 30 minutes
Other Class Versions:
View the Buddy Up version where you and a friend create one planter box together. At least one person must be 18 or older.
View the Date Night version with pizza and wine included. At least one person must be 18 or older.
