Can You Use Charcoal Briquettes in a Forge?
In recent times, I got a lot of questions regarding the use of charcoal briquettes in blacksmithing. Some smiths say that you should never forge with them while others are…
What Can You Forge Out of Rebar? 7 Forging Ideas
Rebar is one of the most common materials used among beginner blacksmiths. I remember my beginning in blacksmithing. Rebar was my primary material for making various projects, mostly because it…
The Complete Guide to Ergonomics in Blacksmithing
As I am barely writing this due to the wrist injury I developed in the shop, I decided to write this article to educate other smiths on injury prevention. Staying…
Best Ways to Measure Forge and Steel Temperature
As a blacksmith, knowing when to take out the material from the forge is crucial. There is no way you can become a good smith without that knowledge. It took…
Best Exercises for Beginner Blacksmiths
The majority of beginner blacksmiths have no idea where or how to start their journey. Some get lost in unimportant specifics while others completely miss the point. I know one…
Blacksmiths Proper Hammering Technique – Complete Guide
Since the hammer is one of the most important blacksmithing tools, knowing the proper hammering technique is crucial. Many things can go wrong if a beginner doesn't know how to…
What Is Proper Blacksmith Clothing? – The Complete Guide
For some strange reason, a lot of smiths still think that you have to have some special clothing for blacksmithing. While it does require having the proper clothes, blacksmith clothes…
Blacksmithing With Neighbours – 3 Effective Solutions
Being a blacksmith and having the shop near grumpy neighbors can be very frustrating. While that may not be a problem for those who live outside the city, it certainly…
20 Easiest Blacksmithing Projects for Beginners
I see many people getting involved in blacksmithing every day without knowing where to start. Since you will be working with metal, options are countless. The most important thing for…