Knife Sharpening and Maintenance Workshop

Learn to put a razor sharp edge on any knife in Sebastopol!



2 hours Location Sebastopol Class size 1 to 2 (public classes), 5 to 10   $95

Turn dull blades into razor sharp tools in this hands-on knife sharpening workshop! No matter how good the knife, it will eventually lose its edge, and instructor Todd Myers has been honing his craft since his Boy Scout days. You'll kick off with an overview of common techniques, knife materials and construction, and what makes a good edge. Even if you've never picked up a whetstone knife sharpener, you'll soon be slicing like a pro.
Then it's time to get busy with a whole toolkit of methods. You'll practice sharpening kitchen knives with a whetstone before finishing the edge on a leather strop and trying a sanding block tool. Things get motorized with a 1x30 belt sander, plus tips on the right angle, using a steel and reshaping broken tips. You'll also find out which commercial sharpeners are worth buying.
Bring a couple of your own knives to practice on, and they'll head home nice and sharp! This makerspace class in Sebastopol is a cutting-edge pick for things to do in Sonoma County with a friend. It also makes one of the more useful date ideas around, since you'll both leave with sharper skills. Planning team building activities for a crew that loves to cook? Gather everyone and get ready to look sharp!

Upcoming dates for Knife Sharpening and Maintenance Workshop

Times are Los Angeles time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 3:48pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

5 upcoming dates between 19 Dec 2026 and 18 Dec 2027.

  • Sat, Dec 19 2026, 10am-12pm
  • Sat, Mar 20 2027, 10am-12pm
  • Sat, Jun 19 2027, 10am-12pm
  • Sat, Sep 18 2027, 10am-12pm
  • Sat, Dec 18 2027, 10am-12pm
What you'll get
  • Razor sharp edges on the knives you bring!
  • Hands-on practice with whetstones, strops, sanding blocks and a belt sander
  • Expert tips on choosing the right sharpening angle
  • Skills for reshaping broken tips and caring for your knives
Knowledge required
All skill levels are welcome! (Minimum age 14 years)
What to bring
  • A couple of your own knives to sharpen!
  • A steady hand
  • Your inner chef
Location

Chimera Arts Makerspace, 6791 Sebastopol Avenue, Sebastopol, CA 95472

Knife Sharpening and Maintenance Workshop location
More info

This class is new, and is covered by ClassBento's money-back guarantee.

Your teacher
Todd Myers

Todd Myers


Todd started sharpening knives as a teenager in the Boy Scouts. That was quite some time ago, and he’s been at it ever since.




Your host

Chimera Art Space
Chimera Art Space

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Chimera Arts Space is Sonoma County’s first community arts and maker space, a nonprofit co-op nestled in Sebastopol, CA that exists to bring together and celebrate the creative spirit of the North Bay!
With tools and studios spanning digital fabrication, jewelry making, woodworking, textiles, welding, electronics, and so much more, Chimera is the kind of place where curious hands and imaginative minds find a true home. Volunteer-run and always welcoming, they host classes, open workshops, a beloved monthly First Fridays gathering complete with live music and local drinks, and community events like their annual jewelry market, Adorn. Whether you are a seasoned maker or someone just discovering the joy of creating with your hands, Chimera Arts Space throws its doors wide open for everyone!

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