Flames, heat, chinking anvils and the smell of coal ... Using brawn to deform the glowing material with hammer blows! Everyone imagines the work of a blacksmith that way and that's exactly how it is today. One of the oldest handicrafts is forging and so blacksmiths could previously be found in almost every village and on every continent. Today the profession is gradually dying out and the practice of this classic craft is becoming increasingly rare.   As part of this forging course, you will learn various workflow and basic techniques. This includes, for example, the detection of correct temper colors, guiding the hammer and the correct handling of the forging tools. With an experienced and trained blacksmith, you will develop a feeling for the steel and get to know various working and design techniques.   Different workpieces such as bottle openers, grill forks, simple knives and much more can be forged. There are no limits to creativity here. No special previous knowledge is required for this course, but a good physical condition is recommended.   Protective gloves, safety glasses, ear protection and aprons are provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own.

    Flames, heat, chinking anvils and the smell of coal ... Using brawn to deform the glowing material with hammer blows! Everyone imagines the work of a blacksmith that way and that's exactly how it is today. One of the oldest handicrafts is forging and so blacksmiths could previously be found in almost every village and on every continent. Today the profession is gradually dying out and the practice of this classic craft is becoming increasingly rare.   As part of this forging course, you will learn various workflow and basic techniques. This includes, for example, the detection of correct temper colors, guiding the hammer and the correct handling of the forging tools. With an experienced and trained blacksmith, you will develop a feeling for the steel and get to know various working and design techniques.   Different workpieces such as bottle openers, grill forks, simple knives and much more can be forged. There are no limits to creativity here. No special previous knowledge is required for this course, but a good physical condition is recommended.   Protective gloves, safety glasses, ear protection and aprons are provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own.

    Flames, heat, clanging anvils and the smell of coal... Use just your muscles to deform the glowing material with hammer blows! This is how everyone imagines the work of a blacksmith and that is exactly how it is today. One of the oldest crafts is blacksmithing and blacksmiths used to be found in almost every village and on every continent. Today the profession is gradually dying out and the practice of this classic craft is becoming increasingly rare.   As part of this blacksmithing course, you will gain insights into the basic techniques of forging. This includes, for example, recognizing the correct glow colors and the correct hammer guidance. However, the focus of this course is clearly on forging a small hatchet. The shape of the head can be chosen freely and individually and is only predetermined by the eye. Under the skilled hands of a trained and experienced blacksmith, you will develop a feel for the steel, forge the ax head from tool steel and then harden the finished axe. Sanded and set, you can then work with it right at home.   No special previous knowledge is necessary for this course, but good physical fitness is recommended.   Protective gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection and apron are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own.

    Information: https://championblacksmith.co.uk/live-forging-student-competition-2024/

    Information: https://championblacksmith.co.uk/nbcc-judging-seminar-and-competition-saturday-9th-march-2024/

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9. Frühjahrs Ausstellung (DE) - 26 April 2025 Kulturwerkstatt am Olchinger Mühlbach, Hauptrstraße 68 Der Messerarbeitskreis Olching lädt ein zu seiner Frühjahrs-Ausstellung: 25 Messermacher aus Bayern stellen ihre neuesten Gebrauchs- und Sammlermesser vor; ausschließlich in hervorragender handwerklicher und künstlerischer Qualität gefertigte Unikate. Gezeigt wird auch das Schärfen der Messerklingen auf dem nassen Stein. Materialien zum Messer-Machen werden zum Verkauf angeboten. Während der Veranstaltung wird Kulinarisches im Rossstall serviert.   Marc Schauder E-Mail: mak-olching@web.de

    Exhibition + Workshops   From May 4th to October 9th, 2025, the copper town of Stolberg (Rhineland) in cooperation with the International Association of Blacksmiths (IFGS) invites you to the metal designer exhibition MetAlles - The Work of Hands.   This exhibition will cover the entire spectrum of metal design, from forged objects to metal artworks. The exhibition areas are the interior of the Zinkhütter Hof Museum, the Frankentalwiese and around the Bastinsweiher in the busy city center.   The copper town of Stolberg is planning a series of events for the duration of the exhibition. The sculpture NO HATE by the Austrian artist Bernhard Witsch will be exhibited, “Forging for Peace” by Alfred Bullermann and Tom Carstens will also make a statement in Stolberg and as part of “Forging with Children” children will also have their first contact with metal.   Further information: https://www.stolberg-erleben.de/metalles-2025     Registration: https://www.ifgs.de/events/kommende-events/metalles

    In Thiers, the capital of cutlery, the Coutellia knife exhibition attracts thousands of cutlers from all over the world every year who have mastered the art of knife making. For an entire weekend, the artistic knives reflect the entire culture of their countries of origin and are of course also available for purchase at the exhibition. In addition to artisans, Coutellia also offers industrial knife manufacturers the opportunity to exhibit and sell their knives. The cutlers can take part in a competition with one of their handmade knives. The program also includes a variety of animations, including a workshop on how to assemble a knife and blacksmith demonstrations.   The trip to France is definitely worth it!   Homepage: https://www.coutellia.fr

 Olomouckého Fortel (CZ) - 17/18 Mai 2025 7.Mezinárodní setkání kovářů "Olomoucký FORTEL aneb Hanácké kování"     Information: https://kok.umelecke-kovarstvi.eu

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    Information: https://www.waterworksmuseum.org.uk/

    Informations: https://sites.google.com/site/ironsmeltingdays/home?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2yI2zz3VmP3kmrc4xCQDd7IuNGfCprGTxQRGyjL3Qq4_308IpuWrQyNRw_aem_2Xix2Nx42v1OheLh-Jvv7g

    30 Years Hephaistus Brudderschaft Letzebuerg/7th International Blacksmith Festival - Pettingen/Mersch, Luxemburg   Further information: info@hephaistos.lu

Metalové Sympozium  (CZ) - 09-13 Juni 2025   Further information: www.metalovacesta.cz

    50 years of the Eligius Blacksmiths' Guild – we want to celebrate, be there! A varied program awaits you over the three days of the festival:   Watch: Live blacksmithing with hammer and anvil Make it yourself: Forging and stamping Amaze: Exhibition of forged objects Questions: Our blacksmiths will be happy to answer your questions Shop: Shop with forged objects Enjoy: Food and drink at Klostergut Paradies   Location: On the grounds of Klostergut Paradies, 8252 Schlatt near Diessenhofen   Further information: www.eligius.ch

  in FR-82800 Nègrepelisse (1 hour north of Toulouse)   Further information: https://www.facebook.com/p/F%C3%AAte-du-Feu-et-de-la-Terre-100090605043003 Sign in here   https://www.facebook.com/p/F%C3%AAte-du-Feu-et-de-la-Terre-100090605043003/

  Rathausplatz1, 83059 Kolbermoor   Further information: office@ironcities.net

Museumsschmiede "Alterkülz" - Bad Sobernheim (D) - 12/13 Juli 2025 55566 Bad Sobernheim   Further information: www.freilichtmuseum-rlp.de

Féte des Forges - Eppe-Sauvage (F) - 26/27 Juli 2025 Regionales Schmiedefest im Herzen der Altstadt von Eppe-Sauvage Rue de la fontaine Eppe-Sauvage 59   Further information: forgesdesfagnes@gmail.com www.facebook.com/Fetedesforges

  30 years of the Franz Hiller blacksmith shop   Franz Hiller - the ORIGINAL - from Obermaiselstein is celebrating its 30th anniversary and invites you all!   Let's celebrate a festival together from August 1st to 3rd, 2025 in Obermaiselstein that is all about iron, fire and tradition.   What to expect: Comradely blacksmithing at several fire pits Equipment provided: coal fire forge, press and air hammer All you have to bring is your tools and materials Food and drinks are included for everyone Everything that is made and sold goes to a good cause Live music, show acts and numerous onlookers create a good atmosphere   It will be a festival of blacksmithing and togetherness - an experience that we can share and enjoy.   I hope you'll be there!   Are you there and are you interested or would you like to join in the blacksmithing?   Perhaps this meeting will become a biennial with cult status!   best regards, your Franz   Venue: 87538 Obermaiselstein (Bavaria) Germany   Register here: https://forms.office.com/e/efrqvnj4Ep?origin=lprLink

    Informationen: https://hefaiston-helfstyn.cz/   Information: https://hefaiston-helfstyn.cz

  Museum in the park Stroud, Gloucestershire, UK More information will follow     Informations: https://www.baba.org.uk/events

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