Learn how to forge hot steel and explore ancient blacksmithing techniques! We can arrange a class for any skill level that will provide tailored instruction in forging, grinding, and heat-treating.Choose from the classes listed. Ken's Custom Iron offers blacksmithing classes in the winter months (November-March) in Central Minnesota. Having a blast making Damascus with Mike from Minnesota!! I live in Blaine MN which is just north of Minneapolis. I work on elevators and we end up throwing away alot of steel bars, that get sent for balance of the counter weight. I have lived in Minnesota all of my years. "Forged In Fosston" This blacksmithing event, in conjunction with the East Polk Heritage Days