Lapidary Part 1: Introduction to Lapidary Cutting Equipment

In this class (one of two in the certification series) you will learn how to use the various Lapidary cutting tools in our Lapidary shop. The shown photo is a Hi-Tech trim saw, one of the cutting tools in the shop. Learning to use the Trim saw allows you to create slabs.

During this class you will:

• Be introduced to all of TinkerMill's Lapidary shop cutting tools.
• Be introduced to our safety protocols and expectations.
• Get familiar with the set-up process and operation of each of the tools
• Learn the clean up process and expectations for the shop
• Learn the types of materials appropriate for our shop

Things to bring with you:

• Appropriate shop attire: non-flowing clothes, quick dry attire is best (you might get wet!)
• Closed toed shoes, no sandals or tennis shoes.
• Hair tie for long hair and beards.
• If you already own safety glasses, please bring them, otherwise they are provided by the shop.
• Your choice of hydration. Please, no alcohol.
• You will not need to bring your own stones. Cutting material will be provided for you. Please let the event planner know ahead of time if you are considering bringing your own stone/rock to the class.

This class is a certification for using the tools, granted to TinkerMill members. If you are not yet a member, please consider joining. We offer many different types of membership to suit your needs. You can find more information on our website under the membership tab.

*Certification is granted to members 16 and older, anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a paid adult guardian or parent. Due to the nature of the equipment attendees must be 16 or older to attend.

The instructor for this class is Adrienne Iguchi. If you have questions, please email adrienne.iguchi@tinkermill.org. Members can direct message on Slack!

Not a member yet? We invite and encourage you to become a member. Members receive a discounted price on all classes and enjoy other benefits as well including independent access to our shops after certification. Interested? Learn more and sign up online at tinkermill.org.