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How to Forge a Heart Pendant: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Forge a Heart Pendant: A Step-by-Step Guide

Crafting a heart pendant using essential blacksmithing techniques. Starting with a 6-millimeter bar, we heat, shape, and scroll it to embody the grace of a heart. Emphasis is placed on achieving symmetry which is balanced with a slight asymmetry to give an intriguing twist.
— Philip Lufolk
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Beginner blacksmithing tips when drawing out

Mastering the Art of Drawing Out in Forging: A Comprehensive Guide for the Beginner Blacksmith

Have you ever been fascinated by the process of shaping and transforming metal as a blacksmith? An essential technique is drawing out – the process of lengthening. Read this guide and learn how!
— Philip Lufolk
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what metal can be cold forged

Which Metals Can Be Cold Forged? Everything You Need to Know

Ever wondered which metals can take the cold forged heat? We're diving into that right here. In this blog article, we're going to talk about which metals are up for the cold forging challenge. So, stick with us to learn about the metals that don't mind cold-forged transformation.
— Philip Lufolk
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Beginner blacksmithing tips - Notched Round Rivets: A Creative Solution

In this blog post, we explored a creative solution to the spinning round rivet dilemma that blacksmiths sometimes face when attaching metal pieces together. By making notches for the rivet's head to grip onto, round rivets can be held in place, even with drilled holes. This simple, fast, and efficient technique can help improve the stability of projects, offering a practical alternative when square rivets or punched holes are not possible.
— Philip Lufolk
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Traditional blacksmithing: An ancient craft

Traditional blacksmithing: An ancient craft

I quite often mention that I'm using traditional methods. But what do I really mean by that? This article will share my thoughts on the history of forging and the tools and techniques that have been used for hundreds of years.
— Philip Lufolk
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