Metalworkers Guild

Metalworkers Guild

Led by William E. Ottaviani
29 members 325 past classes 9 current classes

About

Welcome to Past Lives Metal Guild. We are fortunate to have access to tools for pretty much any type of metal work you might want to do. From forging to fabrication, milling and welding our fully equipped metal shop get your project done.

• 2 gas forges and one induction forge with 5 forging stations available
• MIG, TiG, stick, and Oxy-Acetylene welding available
• Milling and lathes are available
• Separate grinding room

Expand your Metal Working skills

Large fabrication area that can handle multiple members working at the same time
Expert guidance from experienced instructors and craftspeople

Upcoming Classes

Sep 28 – Oct 4, 2026
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Sep 28 – Oct 25, 2026
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Colored events are pulled from subscribed and guild calendars — some aren't Past Lives classes, so they won't all show up in the Class Catalog.

Thu, Oct 1 9:00 AM
Forge a Leaf Dish with Jacqueline – October Daytimes
In this private tutorial, the student(s) will learn how to forge a shallow bowl, color it and protect it from rust. We …
Past Lives Makerspace
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Sun, Oct 4 10:00 AM
Make a Halloween Bat with Jacqueline – 10/4 &
Go Batty! Experience basic welding while creating a sculpture of a bat. Completion of a beginning workshop, such as Zoo…
Past Lives Makerspace
Metalworkers Guild More Info →
Sun, Oct 4 10:00 AM
Thu, Oct 1 9:00 AM
Forge a Leaf Dish with Jacqueline – October Daytimes
In this private tutorial, the student(s) will learn how to forge a shallow bowl, color it and protect it from rust. We …
Past Lives Makerspace
Metalworkers Guild More Info →
Sun, Oct 4 10:00 AM
Make a Halloween Bat with Jacqueline – 10/4 &
Go Batty! Experience basic welding while creating a sculpture of a bat. Completion of a beginning workshop, such as Zoo…
Past Lives Makerspace
Metalworkers Guild More Info →
Sun, Oct 4 10:00 AM
Sun, Oct 4 7:00 PM
Forge a Date with Mona!
In this class, you and your companion will be walked through the process of forging key keepers and a wall hook. No exp…
Past Lives Makerspace
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Sun, Oct 4 7:00 PM
Wed, Oct 7 3:00 PM
Zoo 102: Make More Animals with Jacqueline
Zoo 102 builds on 101 and will introduce the design process, selecting and preparing metal, welding techniques. Practic…
Past Lives Makerspace
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Wed, Oct 7 3:00 PM
Sun, Oct 11 10:00 AM
Make a Halloween Bat with Jacqueline – 10/4 &
Go Batty! Experience basic welding while creating a sculpture of a bat. Completion of a beginning workshop, such as Zoo…
Past Lives Makerspace
Metalworkers Guild More Info →
Sun, Oct 11 10:00 AM
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Plan on 3+ hours ($25/hr) depending on your metal working experience and individual tool needs. I limit each session to 3 hours to prevent information overload. No open-toe footwear, and footwear must cover the entire foot. No clothing with synthetic …

Metalshop Orientation

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