If you're in Waunakee, WI or the surrounding area and your kitchen knives, garden tools, or household scissors are starting to struggle, Sharp On Sight has good news: we’ll be sharpening on-site at the Waunakee Farmers and Makers Market every Wednesday from June 4th through October 15th, 2025.

This well-loved weekly market—located at Main Street & South Street, just behind the Waunakee Chamber of Commerce in the historic old train depot—is the perfect place to knock out your midweek errands and get your tools back in shape. No appointments, no shipping—just professional sharpening while you shop.

What We Sharpen

We’re not just about kitchen knives. Sharp On Sight offers a wide range of sharpening services for people who work with their hands—whether you’re prepping meals, styling hair, quilting fabric, or pruning trees. Bring us your:

• Kitchen knives – Chef’s knives, paring knives, santoku, slicers, and more. Even serrated blades.
• Scissors & shears – Fabric shears, barber and beauty shears, and household scissors.
• Garden tools – Pruners, hedge clippers, loppers, and small hand tools for landscaping.
• Workshop tools – Axes, chisels, hatchets, and other hardworking blades.
• Hunting & pocket knives – Folders, fixed blades, and outdoor tools—ready for the field.

If it has a blade or a cutting edge, there’s a good chance we can sharpen it.

Where to Find Us

Waunakee Farmers and Makers Market
📍 Main Street & South Street
📍 Behind the Waunakee Chamber of Commerce (Old Train Depot)
📅 Every Wednesday – June 4 through October 15
🕒 From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Just bring your items during market hours—drop them off, browse the vendors, and pick them up before closing. Most blades are sharpened while you shop.

Why Waunakee?

Waunakee is one of the most welcoming and community-driven towns in south central Wisconsin. Known as “The Only Waunakee in the World,” this village blends small-town charm with a dedication to high-quality local services and makers. That’s exactly the type of place Sharp On Sight belongs.

With more families cooking at home, hobbyists working on handmade crafts, and gardeners keeping their backyards in peak condition, Waunakee is full of people who know the value of a sharp edge. We’re proud to bring our mobile sharpening service directly to this market each week, offering a local solution for folks who care about their tools.

What Makes Sharp On Sight Different?

We’re not a dropbox in a hardware store or a mail-away service. At Sharp On Sight, sharpening happens right in front of you—live and in real time. No mystery. No weeks of waiting.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Live sharpening at the market – Watch the process while you browse. Your items stay with us, and you leave with them sharper than new.
• Safe, clean packaging – All items are returned sleeved and boxed for safe transport—no exposed blades in your market bag.
• Edge correction and consistency – We don’t just polish—we measure and refine the edge angle so your tools stay sharp longer.
• High-quality sharpening gear – We use professional belt systems, ceramics, waterstones, and stropping methods for premium results.
• Locally based – We're a mobile sharpening business serving Waunakee, Sun Prairie, Madison, and other surrounding communities.

Whether it’s your favorite chef’s knife, your grandmother’s sewing shears, or a pair of clippers you use every weekend in the yard, we’ll treat your tools like our own.

Common Questions About Our Farmers Market Sharpening

Do I need to make an appointment?

Nope. Just stop by our booth during market hours. Most items can be sharpened while you explore the rest of the market.

How long does sharpening take?

That depends on what you bring and how many others are in line, but most items are completed within 15 to 30 minutes.

Is it safe to transport sharpened items?

Absolutely. We package all items in protective sleeves and secure boxing so you can carry them safely in your market tote, stroller, or even your bike basket.

What about rust or chips?

Light rust and minor edge damage are no problem. If a blade is too far gone, we’ll let you know honestly and won’t waste your time or money.

More Than Just Knives

While kitchen knives are one of our most popular items, we’re equally equipped to handle:

• Styling shears for barbers and beauticians
• Felco-style garden pruners
• Sewing scissors and crafting shears
• Pocket knives and EDC blades
• Axes and hatchets for camping or wood chopping
• Food processor blades and slicers

Whether you’re a professional or a weekend warrior, our sharpening will keep your tools performing their best.

A Sharper Season Ahead

The Waunakee Farmers and Makers Market is the perfect place to make sharpening part of your weekly rhythm. Each visit gives you a chance to refresh your edge—whether it’s on a cooking blade, a grooming tool, or your favorite pair of trimmers.

And don’t forget—keeping blades sharp isn’t just about performance. It’s about safety, efficiency, and long-term value. A dull knife is more dangerous than a sharp one. A clean edge protects your plants when pruning. A well-maintained blade makes your work more enjoyable and less exhausting.

Can’t Make It to Waunakee? Other Ways to Sharpen

We understand that Wednesdays don’t work for everyone. Luckily, Sharp On Sight offers a few other convenient options:

Live Sharpening Events:

Tuesdays from 2:30–6:00 PM
St. Vinny’s – 1110 W Main Street, Sun Prairie

Saturdays from 7:00 AM–Noon
Sun Prairie Farmers Market – Downtown Sun Prairie

Anytime Drop-Off:

You can also drop off knives and tools any time at:

📍 215 E Main Street, Sun Prairie
📬 The drop box is just inside the front door.
🔐 Use code 299181, press “OK,” and turn the square knob to the right to open.

On-Site Sharpening:

We offer sharpening at homes and businesses throughout Dane County. Perfect for chefs, barbershops, salons, and landscapers who rely on sharp tools daily.

Bring Your Blades. Walk Away Sharper.

By joining the Waunakee Farmers and Makers Market, we’re making it easier than ever to keep your tools tuned up without driving across town or waiting weeks for service.

If you’ve searched online for:

• Knife sharpening Waunakee WI
• Tool sharpening near Madison
• Scissor sharpening Dane County
• Mobile sharpening Wisconsin
• Farmers market sharpening service

You’ve found the right crew.

This isn’t just a service—it’s maintenance you can see. Real sharpening. Real results. Right where you already shop on Wednesdays.

From June 4 through October 15, Sharp On Sight will be sharpening live at the Waunakee Farmers and Makers Market every Wednesday from 3:00 to 6:00 PM. Bring your dull blades and leave with tools that work better, safer, and sharper.

Stop by and say hi. We’ll be there with sparks flying and edges ready.