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started doing verticals on angle iron last week. :-) I love welding!
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How to learn to weld
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 "Way more fun than it looks."
How I did it: I originally wanted to learn to weld so that I could make metal sculptures out of found objects. My dad taught me for my senior project in high school. I learned how to arc weld. At first I was a bit annoyed (how are you supposed to see how the metal pools up if you have a dark helmet on??), but after I practiced a while, it all fell together. There's something incredibly satisfying about the whole process. At the end of my project, I made this massive bell. I would say that this goal was definitely worthwhile. Lessons & tips: Wear safety gear, especially thick gloves so you don't get burned by flying sparks! Also, work with someone who will teach you AND encourage you. |
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How I did it: I was a business major in College, but stepped outside my usual classes to dip into some AGRI classes and took welding. It was a lot of fun and fairly easy to learn, with all the equipment provided. Read how I did it…
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How I did it: Sculpture class in college. I focused on arc welding for several projects. My favorite one was a 5 foot cube that had fallen leaves hanging on four sides. The cube would move and swing if pushed, and the leaves would sway in independent chains. First geared up with my safety equipment, cut 12 each 5 foot steel bars, then fired up the class arc welder. The hardest part is seeing where you're welding when you s… Read how I did it…
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How I did it: If you live in Nor. Cal and really would like to dive into welding... There are so many possibilities! All you need is a bit of time, patience, elbow grease, perserverance, and good company. I was blessed while browsing Craigs List I came across a little gig asking for extra hands in helping for a Burning Man Project, in return the group requesting the help would teach whatever skills necessary to get te project done. Little did I know un… Read how I did it…
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i think this is a worthwhile skill, i finally learned to do this last year,
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2 months ago
After seeing a welding/fabrication art demonstration by an instructor at my school, I am certain I want to learn (or at least try) this.
Plus, I’m sure it will be useful as my lifestyle becomes increasingly DIY. :)
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6 months ago
I took a class 27 years ago and did oxy-acetylene. I intend to have my dad teach me electric-arc welding this summer up at our cabin in NM.
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10 months ago
Learned arc welding in sculpture class at college. Made some really cool things which were too large to save. Didn’t have digital camera back then, so no pix, and I wish I had the equipment, money, and space to do this again.
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11 months ago
This is on my life skills list and I want my uncle to teach me how when I move back home.
I think it would be fun and valuable to learn.
I should also probably build something through welding too.
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I want to make big sculptures
11 months ago
What a great way to use metal bits. Make big giant sculptures. I have a friend that welds, perhaps he can help.
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12 months ago
Sam took me to the shop a couple of nights ago and taught me how to weld. I guess i did well for being given very little instruction and it be around 2 am. I want to get better though. Not sure when i’ll have the opportunity to practice but i guess we’ll see.
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