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Forge a Magic Mushroom — A 2.5‑hour beginner forging workshop in Footscray
A hands-on studio session in which beginners learn to forge a mild‑steel mushroom they can take home or gift.
Forge a Magic Mushroom — A 2.5‑hour beginner forging workshop in Footscray.
Join a concentrated 2.5‑hour workshop that pairs basic blacksmithing technique with a playful autumnal theme: participants of any experience level learn to shape a unique mushroom from mild steel, producing a finished piece to keep or give away.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Beginner‑friendly forging
Designed for absolute beginners, the workshop walks students through the fundamental steps of forging a stylised mushroom so each participant leaves with a completed object.
Working with mild steel
The project centres on mild steel: participants learn forming and shaping techniques that make the most of sheet steel’s malleability.
An autumnal celebration
Framed around the season when mushrooms appear, the session channels that motif into a short, focused creative experience.
What the day feels like
What the workshop feels like
Over a compact 2.5‑hour period, the session offers a hands‑on, studio‑based introduction to forging: participants are led through the steps to produce a small, personal sculpture and depart with a tangible result.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this workshop suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Participants work with mild steel sheet and use hand tools such as hammers and an anvil during the forging and texturing process.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the workshop?
The workshop runs for 2.5 hours.
Do I need prior experience?
No experience is required; the workshop is suitable for absolute beginners.
What is the minimum age to attend?
The minimum age is 12; participants under 15 must be accompanied by an adult who is also enrolled.
Will I take my mushroom home?
Yes — participants create a finished mushroom to take home or give as a gift.
Who operates the workshop and where is it located?
The workshop is offered in Footscray and run by Waterside Metal Art Studio.