Blacksmithing Experience Day – 12th Nov 2024

Forge, Create, Take Home – Blacksmithing Experience Day (12th Nov, Slad, Stroud)

(Note: Experience day vouchers can also be purchased at the Stroud Farmer’s Market Stall most Saturdays – these are redeemable for any experience day. Just turn up to buy one, or email me or text/whatsapp on 07951 761 421)

Ever wanted to try your hand at blacksmithing? Here’s your chance to dive into the world of fire, hammer, and steel in a fun, beginner-friendly experience.

We’ll start the day with a hot drink and a relaxed chat about health & safety. Then, it’s off to the forge to practice the techniques used by blacksmiths for centuries. At first you’ll practise on offcuts of steel just to learn a few basic techniques, then your first creation will be a classic: a forged hook. This will require several techniques, from drawing out a taper, to scrolling to twisting.

After a break, you’ll have some freedom to choose your next project (from a list of options I suggest and have stock for), with several options to inspire your creativity. And the best part? You get to take everything you make home!

Our small group size (maximum 4 participants) ensures you get plenty of one-on-one guidance from me. We’ll wrap up by 5 PM, but if you need a bit more time to complete your project, we’ll happily stay a little longer (within reason!)

Come get hands-on with this ancient craft, enjoy the day, and walk away with something handmade by YOU.

IMPORTANT BITS IN SUMMARY:

• We start at 10:30am
• Please bring a packed lunch
• Wear natural fibres if possible (polyester can melt! Cotton is good, wool likely too warm!)
• Leather aprons, googles and gloves will be provided
• We aim to have fun forging things all day until we finish around 5pm, but I’m not too strict and we can stay till 6pm if needed to help you finish something.

(Note: Experience day vouchers can also be purchased at the Stroud Farmer’s Market Stall most Saturdays – these are redeemable for any experience day. Just turn up to buy one, or email me or text/whatsapp on 07951 761 421)