2-Day Knife Making Workshop in Brisbane – What to Expect at London Road Ironworks
Have you ever wondered what goes into making a high-quality knife? A knife that lasts decades, sharpens easily, and feels perfect in your hand. You might think of a handcrafted Japanese culinary knife—but right here in Brisbane, Australia, you can make your own knife in a hands-on knife making workshop.
At London Road Ironworks, knifemaker Dan Pettersen runs a two-day knife making course in Brisbane that lets you design, shape, and finish a custom knife you’ll treasure for life. This isn’t just another weekend activity—it’s a unique, hands-on experience that combines skill, tradition, and creativity.
The Journey Begins in the Kitchen
For many, the passion for knife making starts with a love of food. Cooking new recipes, experimenting with flavours, and sharing meals with friends and family—it all comes together at the dinner table. But one essential tool is often overlooked: the humble knife.
A sharp, well-balanced knife transforms cooking. Instead of struggling with supermarket blades, you’ll enjoy the precision, comfort, and beauty of a knife you made yourself in a knife making class in Brisbane.
The Knife: The World’s Oldest Tool
The knife is one of humanity’s oldest and most important tools. Like the wheel or electricity, it has shaped how we live and work. But today, cheap mass-produced knives dominate the market—often marketed as “forever sharp!” or “Damascus steel from the mountains of Mordor!”
Most of these are imitations of what a true high-quality knife should be: durable, beautiful, and made to last. In our Brisbane knife making courses, you’ll create a knife that’s authentic, functional, and ready for generations.
What to Expect Over Two Days
You don’t need any prior experience—just curiosity and enthusiasm. Across two full days, you’ll learn the essential steps of knife making:
Day 1: Designing Your Knife
Introduction to tools, safety, and the workshop
Design your own knife so it fits exactly what you want
Grind your blade to shape
Refine and profile your knife
Heat treat the blade for strength and durability
Grind the bevels
Day 2: Grinding, Handles, and Finishing
Grind and polish the blade to perfection
Fit and shape a custom handle to suit your knife
Sharpen your knife to a razor edge
Take home your completed, functional knife
By the end of the weekend, you’ll hold a one-of-a-kind high-quality handmade knife you designed and built—a tool ready for your kitchen, campfire, or as a family heirloom.
Why Choose London Road Ironworks?
Our knife making courses in Brisbane are designed for beginners as well as those with some workshop experience. You’ll be guided step-by-step, learning the skills of a bladesmith in a supportive, hands-on environment.
Not only will you walk away with a custom knife, you’ll gain the confidence and knowledge to appreciate the craft of knife making. It’s a rare chance to experience the art of knife making without leaving Australian shores.
An Experience to Remember
Knife making is more than just a craft. It’s about creating something lasting, connecting with tradition, and walking away with a tool that tells your story.
At London Road Ironworks, you don’t need to be an expert—you just need curiosity and the enthusiasm of a 12-year-old.
If you’ve ever wanted to make your own knife that you’ll use every day, this is it. A knife that’s sharp, strong, and uniquely yours.
Book your spot today in our 2-day knife making workshop in Brisbane, and start creating your own custom knife.
