Sharpening for Yard and Garden Tools

Get your tools in top shape for the season! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to sharpen and maintain a variety of common garden and yard tools, including shovels, hoes, pruners, loppers, shears, axes, lawnmowers, and more. We’ll cover how to assess blade condition, choose the right sharpening tools (files, stones, grinders), and restore cutting edges safely and effectively. You’ll also learn basic maintenance tips to extend the life of your tools and keep them working their best. Bring a dull tool or two of your own to practice on, and leave with the skills and confidence to keep your gear sharp year-round.

Registration Includes

Materials cost includes a versatile farmer’s file for maintaining edges.

What goes into our class pricing? As a local nonprofit, Duluth Folk School is committed to supporting both our instructors and community. We want to compensate our instructors fairly, keep class sizes small, and keep our doors open—while also keeping prices as low as we can.

Thank you for participating in our local handcraft and education economy! Together, we help keep Duluth a fun and vibrant place.

Student Requirements

• Skill Level/Prerequisite Skills: This class is for anyone.
• Best for Age: 18 and older
• You should bring: Bring a dull tool that you would like to sharpen.