Blacksmiths always had their own tools. They made most of the tools themselves, which was arranged in the workshop as best suited each blacksmith. In a traditional smithy, the two basic tools, along fire and anvil, were a hammer and a pair of tongs. /Blacksmiths always had their own tools./ Every smithy was equipped […]
Forging The general concept of forging is transforming metal by hammering or under pressure. Hammering can be either manual or mechanical, whereas pressure is applied with a press. The most commonly used metal for forging is steel. Steel is forged when heated. Copper and aluminum are also forged. When forging highly strained parts are made, […]
Copper and iron forging in my smithy Color of metal is very important in forging as it indicates the temperature of the workpiece. For this reason, it is essential that it is dark inside a smithy because it makes it easier to determine the color of the heated metal. There used to be a rule […]
wrought iron decor I see the basket on the stairs at my mom’s house filled with flowers in summer. In fall it is full of pumpkins. Every time I go into the garden or to the market I load it with fruit and vegetables. I spotted them at fairs where artisans exhibited and sold their […]
