40 Below Fur and Forge

01/24/2026

Just posted classes for February. Feel free to share.

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01/21/2026

Hey there folks. I’m planning the next few classes and up next is a headband class which will be on the 31st. This will just be a one day class. We will utilize the fur machine and do a bit of hand sewing. Class is $275 and will include the fur. Fur options are black and white fox and possibly others depending on the numbers. Let me know if you’re interested. We’ll start at 11:00 until you finish.

01/04/2026

Ok, I finally got my ducks in a row. Monday Trapper hat class is full, but I have 2 spots available for a Thursday hat class and the Friday Mitt class. I've sent several folks info and pricing, so let me know asap if you want one of the spots. I will be making the February schedule in a few weeks. If you already know you want to do a class in Feb, you get dibs on what day we start. A few of last months hats. Gorgeous ladies!!!

12/31/2025

I’ve lost my mind a little, I thought I knew who was signed up for the trapper class starting Monday the 12…but I’m missing a person and I don’t know who it is. Can you please message me and raise your hand if it’s you?
On another note…I do have a second class starting the 15th and a mitt class starting the 9th. Who’s ready for a class?

12/09/2025

❄️🔥 Build-A-Trapper Hat 🔥❄️
Complete Kit Mailed Right to You!

Ever wanted to sew your own real fur trapper hat...but can't make it to Fairbanks for a class? Now you can.

Introducing the Build-A-Trapper Hat from 40 Below Fur & Forge

A complete hat-making experience delivered straight to your door. Everything you need comes in one box… even the sword. (Yes, really. And yes, it’s important.)

Choose Your Fur: 🦫 🦊 🦦

Your kit includes real fur in your choice of:

Black Beaver

Brown Beaver

River Otter

White Fox

Red Fox

Black & White Cross Fox

(See photos for options)

🧵 Choose Your Lining + Outer Shell:

Select your fleece lining and your leather suede outer shell from the color options shown.
➡️ Both the suede shell and the fleece lining come already machine-sewn for you, so all you have to do is hand-stitch the fur onto your hat. Simple, relaxing, and beginner-friendly.

📦 Every Build-A-Trapper Hat Kit Includes:

Pre-cut fur pieces

Pre-sewn suede outer shell

Pre-sewn fleece liner

Thread

Needles

Thimble

Scissors

Clips

Video Tutorial

And of course… a tiny plastic sword.

This is a complete, ready-to-assemble project...perfect for beginners, crafters, homeschoolers, makers, or anyone wanting a real piece of Alaska you stitch together yourself.

Comment or message me to order, choose your fur + colors, and I’ll ship your kit anywhere it’s legal to receive real fur.

Cost of kit $325 (beaver) $375 (fox varieties and lynx)

03/14/2025

Class Schedule - Last classes til fall
Trapper hat - starting March 20th (3 weeks)
Mitts/Gauntlets - starting March 21st (4weeks)
Trapper hat - starting April 10th (3 weeks)

I’m available this weekend to go pick out fur or beginning of next week.
Payment will solidify your spot.

03/08/2025

Y’all!!!!!! I cannot even express the amount of pride I have for these last few classes we’ve had. The beautiful hats and gloves that have been made is glorious. The way you’ve shared the class with your friends and we’ve been full and overfull on classes is overwhelming. I’m so grateful for all the love. It has truly been so fun.
We might need to make it a tradition, but I did not know there was a hat contest in nenana for tripod days. In our last class, 2 folks entered their hats and won 1st and 4th out of 30 hats. So killer. Way to go Travis and Patty!!!
On that note, I’ve added 3 class. These will be the last ones til fall, so if you want to be ahead of the game and have your hat or gloves all ready for winter…let’s do this.
Please scroll through all the photos…amazing work!!

02/27/2025

I tried to share the post, but it’s not letting me from this page. If you are interested in a fur machine check the marketplace. There is someone who has two of them for sale. They look awesome!!!

02/06/2025

Update!!!! Freak people…just like that both mit and hat classes are full. Stay tuned for March classes.

I have 2 spots left in a hat class starting Feb. 21st if anyone is interested.
3 weeks (Feb. 21st, Feb. 28th & Mar. 7th)
6-9pm
$225 plus fur and leather

02/05/2025

Update! Class full…but can open up a Fri evening class if anyone else is interested.

Check out these sweet mitts!!!!! I’ve had a request for another class…anyone want to join? Most likely will start next thursday. Class is $250 plus fur and leather and is 4 weeks from 6-9pm.

01/23/2025

Class Announcement

Headband
Feb 6th 6-9