MASTERCLASS 2026
Work of Iron invites a wealth of skill-sharing masterclasses across related craft discipline
from engraving and etching, to leather working and sign painting, enhancing Scotland’s broader craft community and fostering innovation through cross-disciplinary partnerships…
Educating future generations is crucial for safeguarding craftsmanship—key to upholding Scotland’s architectural legacy—and for deepening ties to craft, community, and heritage.
MAKE YOUR OWN 'PENTAGONG' TONGUE DRUMS
Join us for an inspiring two-day workshop where you'll turn a discarded gas bottle into a stunning musical instrument. Discover the art of cutting and grinding metal with an angle grinder, master welding techniques, beautifully finish your creation, and skillfully tune your instrument to the musical scale you desire.
We’ll provide all the tools and materials you need for the workshop. Just turn up and you’ll leave with a unique, self-made musical instrument.
Matt ‘Leon’ Wright is a maker, musician and creative producer who has been involved in running DIY projects in Edinburgh for over 15 years, including the Forge Fountainbridge and the Pianodrome. His band S!nk have performed regularly around Edinburgh and incorporate his hand-made tongue drums into their music, most recently as part of their series of live soundtracks to silent films.
Making A Booking?
We will need some information to help us ensure that your experience is as safe and enjoyable as possible. You will also be expected to have carefully read our course information page and be fully prepared, in accordance with the arrangements outlined in our terms and conditions.
Our Squarespace booking system only allows one booking per person at a time as we require the individual to have confirmed there agreement with our Terms and Conditions.
Please read our Course Info first.
THE ACCESS FUND
Established by Work of Iron CIC to support subsidised course places for participants facing financial or structural barriers. We run a ‘Pay It Forward’ scheme where financially stable clients can contribute more to cover course costs for those who can’t afford it, fostering a supportive, inclusive environment.