Stained Glass Intensive with Erin Glassworks
January 23-25
Instructor: Erin of Erin Glassworks
Join us for an immersive, all-inclusive stained glass workshop hosted at the scenic Blackthorne Resort, where creativity and craftsmanship come together in a focused, hands-on environment. This unique program offers participants the opportunity to learn the full process of stained glass design and fabrication while enjoying comfortable accommodations and thoughtfully prepared meals on site.
Under the expert instruction of Erin from Erin Glassworks, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of traditional stained glass techniques—from pattern design and glass selection to cutting, foiling, soldering, and finishing. Each student will complete and take home their own custom stained glass panel, created to their individual design.
The workshop is designed for both beginners and those with prior experience who wish to refine their skills in a supportive, professional studio setting. Erin brings years of experience as a stained glass artist and educator, ensuring that every participant receives personalized guidance and technical insight throughout the process.
Class Fee Covers:
-Lodging at the Blackthorne Resort
-Meals provided by the Blackthorne Resort
-Tools and materials
-Welcome Bag
Fold Form Metalsmith Intensive with Curtis Bohn
January 23-25
An all-inclusive weekend long fold-form metalsmithing intensive taught by metal artist Curtis Bohn
Join renowned metal artist Curtis Bohn for an immersive, hands-on exploration of fold forming — one of the most dynamic and sculptural techniques in contemporary metalsmithing. Set amidst the scenic beauty of the Blackthorne Resort, this all-inclusive workshop invites artists of all skill levels to dive into the creative and technical process of transforming flat sheets of metal into fluid, organic forms.
Over the course of this workshop, Curtis will guide participants through the fundamental principles of fold forming — including forging, annealing, hammering, and unfolding — to reveal elegant curves, ridges, and textures inspired by nature. Students will learn how to coax movement and depth from copper and brass, developing both technical mastery and an intuitive sense of design.
With individualized instruction, demonstrations, and open studio time, you’ll have the opportunity to create your own one-of-a-kind metal sculptures, jewelry components, or decorative pieces. Whether you’re a beginner eager to learn or an experienced metalsmith looking to expand your artistic vocabulary, this workshop offers a supportive and inspiring environment for experimentation and growth.
Class Fee Covers:
-Lodging at the Blackthorne Resort
-Meals provided by the Blackthorne Resort
-Tools and materials
-Welcome Bag
Silversmithing Intensive with Kerges Nimen
March 20-22
Join master silversmith Kerges Nimen for a transformative, hands-on silversmithing experience at the beautiful Blackthorne Resort. This all-inclusive weekend workshop focuses on one of the most rewarding aspects of the craft — recycling and reimagining silver.
Over the course of the weekend, participants will learn how to melt down scrap silver and refine it into usable wire and sheet, gaining a deeper understanding of the metal’s lifecycle and potential. From this newly reclaimed material, Kerges will guide you through the creation of handcrafted embellishments — including delicate flowers, leaves, stampings, and small castings — perfect for adorning jewelry or adding unique detail to future projects.
Students will then apply these techniques to design and fabricate two finished pieces: a custom silver ring and a pendant, both made from metal they’ve recycled and shaped by hand. Through a blend of demonstrations, personalized instruction, and open studio time, you’ll leave with both refined technical skills and the satisfaction of sustainable craftsmanship.
Class Fee Covers:
-Lodging at the Blackthorne Resort
-Meals provided by the Blackthorne Resort
-Tools and materials
-Welcome Bag
Leather Bag Making with Jamie Seel
March 20-22
Join renowned leather artisan Jamie Seel for a comprehensive, all-inclusive workshop at the picturesque Blackthorne Resort. Designed for both beginners and experienced makers, this immersive program offers a structured and engaging introduction to the art of professional leather bag making.
Over the course of the workshop, participants will gain hands-on experience with every stage of the process — from design conception and templating to precise cutting, stitching, assembly, and finishing. Under Jamie’s expert instruction, you’ll learn essential techniques and industry best practices while crafting a fully finished, custom leather bag to take home.
This all-inclusive experience includes high-quality materials, professional-grade tools, and guided instruction in a supportive, small-group environment. Participants will also enjoy comfortable accommodations and thoughtfully prepared meals at the Blackthorne Resort, ensuring a seamless and inspiring creative retreat.
Class Fee Covers:
-Lodging at the Blackthorne Resort
-Meals provided by the Blackthorne Resort
-Tools and materials
-Welcome Bag
Group Forge Workshop
April 3-5
In this weekend-long blacksmithing workshop, students will work with one another to complete components of a larger group project led by renowned blacksmith Chris Cash of Mt Phillip Metal Work. This year we will be joined by artist blacksmith Matt Harris of Matthew Harris Studio as we build an aquatic free-form sculpture using various new world and old school forging techniques.
After each day of the workshop students will have access to our open forge with an array of materials available to make projects of their own choosing.
Class Fee Covers:
- Lodging at the Blackthorne Resort
- Meals provided by the Blackthorne Resort
- Tools and materials provided
Hammer-In
A blacksmithing open house where newbies get to work alongside skilled blacksmiths and learn about the craft!
Our Hammer-In is a great time whether you are looking to hang out with your favorite Maker friends, get your creative juices flowing with our extensive arsenal of forging equipment or just want to try something new.
This is a FREE event! All that we want you to bring is a good attitude and something tho contribute to the party! Snacks, steel, coal, propane, whatever!
Rooms available at the Blackthorne Resort. For more info, call (518)634-2541
Timber-In
Field of Tools
Field of Tools
Join us for this all-inclusive timber framing retreat, led by renowned timber framer James Smith. Throughout the weekend, attendees will work together to cut mortise and tenons for a large timber frame structure that will live at the Blackthorne. This year’s project will be a pair of Adirondack style lean-to shelters!
Students will learn how to lay out timbers, use traditional timber framing tools, implement new tools into traditional timber framing and much much more. By the end of the weekend, the group will have all of the mortise and tenons of the structure complete and ready for dry fitting! Then, the whole frame comes back apart and waits to be fully erected at the next Maker Camp!
This ticket includes:
- Room and board at the Blackthorne Resort
- Entry to Timber-In
- Tools and materials provided
Field of Tools
Field of Tools
Field of Tools
August 8-10
Join us for the first ever Field of Tools, a weekend devoted to celebrating the tools that keep us making the things we love! Come see curated displays of rare vintage tools and machinery, new tools and innovative products from industry leaders, and our extensive Swap-Meet, where you might just be able to find that one tool or piece of machinery you’ve been looking for.
Weekend Highlights Include:
- Refurbish your rusty tools at our Evapo-Rust Dunk Station
- Pick a hand tool and learn how to restore it at the Restoration Station
- Tool and Machinery Swap Meet
- Rare Tool and Machinery Displays
- Friday Night Free Hot Dogs and Hamburgers
- Saturday Night Maker Camp Pool Party