School of the West offers blacksmith flower class

Iron artwork made in Steve Williams’ Cowboy Forge Blacksmith School. The forge will host a create a flower blacksmith class on June 1.

The Journal

School of the West will offer a Create A Flower blacksmith class from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 1 at The Cowboy Forge Blacksmith School, 43290 Road J.9 Loop.

The class will teach participants how to create their choice of a rose, iris, tulips, pansy, daffodil, or lily. Participants will also learn how to use the plasma cutter or use precut petals, forge the stems and leaves, use the welder to assemble and learn metal finishes.

All levels are welcome. Cost is $80. Materials are provided. Bring a brown bag lunch. For more information or to register, visit www.schoolofthewest.org/course/flower-making-workshop-june-1st.