The Idea Foundry wanted to give a special thanks to all the people that helped out on the iF A-holes project (in alphabetical order): Jay Amstutz, Alex Bandar, Matt Bowman, Ethan Dicks, Mandy Howenstine, Alli Meade, Mike Newmann, Nikki Padgett, and Mike Schoenborn. Without the combined effort of the team, the project wouldn’t have been such a success!
Much thanks to Couchfire Collective for dreaming…
Just a reminder that A-holes begins today at 5PM. Hope to see everyone there. 
The iF has been invited by Couchfire Collective to participate in A-holes! Info about A-holes from CC’s website:
“The idea is simple. Get 18 art groups to make 18 holes of miniature golf, add refreshments, invite the public. What you end up with is a unique event that mixes art and fun without all the pretentious attidues. Come join us, have a beer, and play a…
The Idea Foundry is excited to host the Vintage Sheets Collective and their “Iron Artist” contest this Saturday, February 6th from 4pm-5pm.
Email vintagesheetscollective at gmail dot com for more information!
Course Description:
Learn to smith a beautiful sterling silver bracelet out of a piece of 6 gauge wire. Students will learn basic smithing techniques, sawing, texturing and riveting. Class will be offered for 4 to 6 students.
Date/Time:
Saturday, December 5th, 2009
9:00am – 4:00pm (two 3 hour instructional periods)
The Basic Jewelry Smithing class will last a total of six hours. There will be a…
The class is for people with no welding or power tool experience, and is designed to provide a basic introduction to the techniques required to fabricate a simple artistic metal object. Participants will create their own metal candlestick holder, and will learn to use the following tools and techniques safely and independently:
-how to use an angle grinder for shaping metal parts, cleaning weld joints, deburring, and patterning
-how…
The Idea Foundry is now offering welding classes for beginners! The class is intended for people with no welding or power tool experience, and is designed to provide a basic introduction to the techniques required to fabricate a simple artistic metal object. Participants will create their own metal candlestick holder, and will learn to use the following tools and techniques safely and independently:
-how…
When October 13 & 15, 2009 6 pm to 10 pm at the Idea Foundry
http://www.columbusideafoundry.com/
No experience necessary
The class will teach basic blacksmithing techniques: Using hammer tongs, anvil and forge, Drawing out a point, twisting and bending hot metal. The participants will take home several projects including candy canes, icicles, and possibly a cross. This will be a 3-4 hour class for up to 6 people.
When October 13 & 15, 2009 6 pm to 10 pm at the Idea Foundry
http://www.columbusideafoundry.com/
No experience necessary
The class will teach basic blacksmithing techniques: Using hammer tongs, anvil and forge, Drawing out a point, twisting and bending hot metal. The participants will take home several projects including candy canes, icicles, and possibly a cross. This will be a 3-4 hour class for up to 6 people.
Thanks to everyone that stopped by to see us yesterday. Alex said the whole experience was a blast! Much thanks to our volunteers at the iF booth. Everyone is already looking forward to next year’s event.
Thanks to Kelley M and Matt B for taking the pics at this fun event. We will be posting those gems soon!
