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Introduction to mig Welding with Kathy McGovern

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Date:  Sunday, May 7, 2017

Time:  10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Location:   Brazin' Hussies Workshop
                  2748 47th Street
                  Boulder, CO 80301

Cost:  $125 BoMA members 
          $145 for non-members

Materials fee: $20
CLASS DESCRIPTION 
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If you've ever wanted to work in steel, here's your chance!  Students will learn the basics of mig welding and how to use the necessary tools that are required to work with steel including: chop saw, angle grinder, mig welder, and basic jig tools.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR 
Kathy says she's been addicted to metal since discovering metalsmithing and jewelry design at Indiana University. Now, many years later, she works on larger scaled pieces in steel, stainless steel, copper and zinc. Kathy produces architectural metal work including railings, gates, fireplace fronts, stove hoods, and backsplashes in her studio, Brazin' Hussies, located in Boulder. She also designs sculptures, tables, furniture and just about anything her clients can dream of.  Specializing in copper and zinc from countertops to one-of-a kind artwork.
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Tools and materials required (Students need to bring)
  • Leather gloves
  • Long sleeve shirt and pants with no cuffs
  • Leather closed-toe shoes
  • Safety glasses
  • Ear Plugs
  • Hair tie or hat for long hair
  • $20 cash or a check made out to Kathy for the materials kit*

Materials Kit* Supplied by Instructor​ $20
  • Consumables for welder and grinder
  • Metal to build small items and practice welding
*Materials kit purchase is required for all our workshops. The kit insures all students have the same tools and materials require to learn the technique and allows the instructor and the students to focus on the technique rather than the materials.

CANCELLATION POLICY
You may cancel up to 5 business days prior to the start of the class and receive a full refund, less $10 processing. Cancellations 3-5 business days prior to the start of the class are eligible for a 50% refund. Cancellations occurring less than 3 business days prior to the start date will not be refunded. In the event we have to cancel a class, you will be notified prior to the start date and will be issued a full refund.

MAXIMUM NUMBER OF STUDENTS
Six students maximum. Students will be required to sign a waiver. Participants must be 18 or older.

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Boulder Metalsmithing Association is a 501(c)(3) Colorado non-profit.
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