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…
How to Repair an Old Anvil – The Complete Guide
I noticed that there had been a lot of interest in restoring old anvils in the last couple of years. As you already know, an anvil is one of the…
7 Best Work Holding Options for the Anvil
Dropping your workpiece constantly around the anvil can be frustrating, to put it mildly. The last thing you want is for hot steel to fall on your leg or hit…
Forging In Winter – How to Deal With Cold Temperatures
Doing work in the blacksmith shop during the winter often presents various kinds of problems. While some blacksmiths don't recommend doing a lot of work during cold days, we still…
Hardy Tools for Blacksmithing – The Complete Guide
If you are a beginner blacksmith, you may not be familiar with hardy tools and also their uses. When I was just starting out, I always wondered what those tools…
10 Proven Tips for Increasing Your Blacksmithing Sales
As the blacksmithing industry is getting more and more attention, it is no wonder that a lot of new blacksmithing businesses occurred on the market. Unfortunately, a vast number of…
What Is the Best Flooring Option for a Blacksmithing Shop?
The flooring surface on which blacksmith stands plays a crucial role in his/her health and productivity. Wrong flooring choice can be dangerous on various levels, from developing a minor injury…