Artist Blacksmithing 

"Techniques in Action" explains the fundamental techniques of working with hot iron and steel, and suggests how those techniques can be used creatively in designs. Set in his own workshop, it is a rare opportunity to see a leading blacksmith in action. With the roar of the forge, the dancing of the flames and the glow of hot metal, the film captures the romance and magic of using fire to transform a piece of iron.

Peter Parkinson has long been an inspiration to blacksmiths: his enthusiasm for the craft alongside his recognized talent makes him an exceptional tutor. In this double DVD, he brings his own insight to the craft while explaining both the processes and pitfalls.

DVD ONE: Introduction - Tapering - Upsetting, Spreading - Hot cutting - Punching

DVD TWO: Twisting - Bending - Joining - Toolmaking - Finishing - Afterward

Aprox. Running Time 154 minutes

Both the blacksmith and the whole family will enjoy this video. Bob Rupert sits down in an 1880's Blacksmith shop and explains the basics of the art of blacksmithing. He discusses the tools including; Cross Peen Hammer, Rounding Hammer, Ball Peen Hammer, Punch, Chisel, Metal Ruler, Monkey Wrench and Tongs. He discusses tha Anvil and how it is used and why it is shaped the way it is. He then shows you how to use some of the tools in the basic processes of Blacksmithing including twist, taper, hot cut, hole punch, slitting and forge welding.

DVD approximately 60 minutes.

 Broommaking for the Blacksmith

with Jeff Mohr

Running Time: 22 Minutes

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This CD contains 10 papers by Charles Lewton-Brain. They include classics like Fold-forming and Patinas for Small Studios as well as short works only available as Epapers, This compilation would cost over $100 separately.

Unexpected Sources for Chasing Tools and Punches   This paper details ways of quickly finding and making punches and chasing tools for repoussé work.
Build Your Own Draw Bench Instructions   Instructions and plans explain how to build a good draw bench for about thirty dollars.
Making Earring Posts for Jewelry by Hand   This paper shows how to effectively make earring posts for soldering onto earrings.
Gold Fusion Inlay Under Enamels  This paper details how to inlay gold and other metals into copper to create patterned sheet.
Preventing and Avoiding Fire-scale when Jewelry Making   This short paper describes ways to avoid the dreaded fire-scale.
Forming Using Metal Characteristics: Fold Forming   This original 1985/96 paper is the classic that started the fold-forming scene.
Patinas for Small Studios   The paper describes safer, easier patinations methods for metals involving easily obtainable and even kitchen chemicals to produce blues, greens, browns, blacks, grays and reddish tones on metals.
Shareware (Original Paper: 1996)   The wide-ranging, truly eclectic paper is chock full of suppliers, sources, technical information, patinas, stone setting tips, bench tools, book reviews, gemology information and thoughts about metal smithing.
Small Tools for Jewelers   This paper details how to make nine fantastic bench tools to make life easier and working faster.
Introduction to Tube Setting for Gems   This paper introduces the tools and step by step method used for tube setting for jewelry

The Complete Metalsmith video has been recognized as a standard in the field for its clarity, breath, and professional production values. Like the popular book of the same name, the video consists of clearly identified chapters that cover joining, forming, and surface techinques. It shows the assembly of three specific pieces of jewelry to demonstrate the ways individual techniques are used in combination to complete a finished work. Tim McCreight's ability to organize information, combined with his relaxed teaching style provides a wealth of practical information in an easy to follow format.

Running Time: approx. 70 minutes

A Damascus Blade  from A to Z

Renowned Damascus Steel and knife maker, Mike Norris gives you an up close, step by step look at the process of preparing a billet of Damascus Steel and "cutting away everything that doesn't look like a knife!"

Lessons include:

~Preparing and forging the billet...

~Grinding and sanding techniques...

~Etching techniques...

~Pattern design...

~Finishing techniques...

~And much more!

Total Run Time: 1hr, 20 min. with quick and easy menu access to all lessons