Bladesmithing class at NESM in Auburn, ME needs 4 more students by March 16 or it gets cancelled — I'm one of only 2 signed up
TL;DR: Not affiliated with NESM. ABS-accredited intro bladesmithing class, April 13-24 in Auburn, ME, $1,480 all-in, taught by Master Bladesmith Timothy Potier. Needs 4 more students by March 16 or it's cancelled. Cheap on-site lodging available.
I'm not affiliated with NESM — just really want this class to happen. They need 4 more students registered by March 16 or the class is cancelled.
The New England School of Metalwork in Auburn, Maine is running a two-week ABS-accredited Intro to Bladesmithing course April 13-24, taught by ABS Master Bladesmith Timothy Potier. Cost is $1,300 tuition + $180 materials, and by the end you'll have a blade that meets the ABS Journeyman Smith performance standard.
Google "new england school of metalwork 2026 bladesmithing classes" for more information or to sign up - not including a link here because spam.
For anyone coming from out of state, NESM has on-site dorm-style lodging for $50/night.
If you know anyone who might be interested, please take a minute to pass this along.
Posted Mar 6, 2026, 8:55 PM UTC