The only thing you really need to know before you come is to wear appropriate clothing...

• Clothing which fully covers arms and legs and not too loose fitting

• Non synthetic or flammable clothing

• Sturdy footwear - ideally something like leather walking boots

• This course can be heavy on the hands and may cause blisters so bring gloves you can work in

• Don't be surprised to use a plaster or two during the day!

You will be provided with the following safety clothing, but welcome to bring your own:

• a leather apron

• safety glasses

• ear defenders

• leather heat resistant gloves (but you may want to bring your work gloves)

• dust mask (for knife makers) when you are grinding and sanding. We do have some here too but bring one if you have one!