The Impacts of Blacksmithing on the Environment
From the resounding clang of the hammer against steel to the smoky fumes that waft through the air, blacksmithing is both an art and a craft. But how does this…
How Much Does A Blacksmith Anvil Cost?
Unless you have the proper tools and are skilled enough to make your own anvil, there's no way to avoid the cost of a traditional blacksmith anvil. The exact cost…
How to Make Your Own Homemade Anvil: A Step-by-Step Guide
Do you want to make your own homemade anvil but don't know how? Making an anvil is a great way to get started in metalworking and blacksmithing, or just as…
The Best Blacksmithing Forges for Beginners
You don't need much to start as a beginner blacksmith. I remember when I first started, all I had was an old charcoal grill and a few rusty tools. But…
How to Start Blacksmithing at Home- A Step-by-Step Guide
Blacksmithing, the art and skill of working with metal, has been a proud tradition for centuries. It has been used to make everything from tools and weapons to decorative pieces…
Beginner’s Guide to Forging Metal with Wood (Updated for 2023)
There are many reasons someone might want to use wood to forge metal over other fuels. Wood is renewable, affordable, and readily available in many places. But can you actually…