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I am actually heavily inspired by Lovecraftian creatures and Old Victorian architecture. I would like to eventually gain the skill to do some frame and gate work.

Nice heavy haul. I once built a sea wall out of boulders from up and down the beach. One boulder took me a couple hours to roll to its destination, breaks included. I don't know anything about WI, is that still forgable? I did some taper and curl practice today

Thanks for the suggestions y’all! Unfortunately I do not have any apprentices or a nearby river or a laser. Now this I can get ahold of. Thanks for the tip Frosty. I remember somewheres here you mention the use of phosphoric acid to convert the steel.

Worked a bit more on the trowel. The angle is wrong. Too much scoop. I will fix tomorrow. This was a lesson in drawing out more than anything. I will grind the neck area to lessen the weight.

Thanks Thomas, great thing to keep in mind. I will take a closer look. I was already going to test the hardness and go from there

I was just thinking about that! yes it will be. Apologies the ball peen slipped my mind. i was wondering how to get it all off. Maybe tumble it in can with some bearings.

I do not. Curious Why?

Not sure. It was a $1 recycle center find. It is a nice weight. The 3lb and 2.5lb are what I use most, but that extra 1/2lb off will be nice on the shoulder for the finer blows.

2lb hammer with what looks like JAPAN and WECL or WECO stamped on the underside and this lil ball peen I found in the dirt at a job.

I smith among a bunch of other stuff including gardening to curb the heavy weight of anxiety and depression I have had since childhood. Creative expression is necessary to be free from the clutches of our mind whether it be forging, painting, or martial arts. Creative expression is lacking in todays society and it shows.

I have not been to any event or even any other smithy since I have started this journey. I know I could learn a lot if I could get around more smiths. But I also don't want to drive 5hrs to a "fair" type event. Quad-State would be a trip of much more value.

Curious if any of y’all will be attending this event. Also made some more leaf key chains to give away. I’ve been giving lots of them away.

Started on a garden trowel. Was a beast trying to draw the square out being so close to the “skirt”. Had to file down some of the threads that shroomed over with the first blows of flattening. I stopped the project because I feel I have way too much material. I would like to keep the shape of the threads on the edges of the spade But there is so much material in the smooth before the threads even start. Would any of y’all just grind that area thinner then splay the thread out for the spade? Or just splay the whole length? Any other thoughts are very welcome. Thanks everyone!

First tool I think is a fence tool. The second I’m not sure. It has a file on the nose and two what seem like striking parts, one with a fuller like bit and the other a sharp angle

Aeolian Instruments could be a fun project. They are sculpture-like passive instruments played by the wind. Aeolian harps are a popular build although some have made wooden box designs.

Sir Thomas Powers gets the win for most terms googled by other members! I have learned much terminology and acronyms from this lot. One day I might be able to confidently mingle with some of you Curmudgeons.

True that. Lessons are usually learned if the mistakes are big enough but recording progress is most valuable. Something I'm getting better at. Nikola Tesla claimed he would come up with an idea, build it, test it, and make corrections all in his mind. Only after this mental process he would start the actual build usually without fail.

Y'all are great and encouraging. Creative expression and skill aren't always on the same playing field. I have been in this same situation multiple times with multiple projects. Once in awhile there will be a shiner but not without its own shortcomings. The basics definitely lay the path to more quality expression. BTW, I see and like what you were going for with Anvils critiques. Maybe try some of these and add them to your skillset. The picture is the work of Jim coke in the "Show me your twist" thread.

Three google searches in there for me! Not too familiar with volatile and explosive gasses but i do know anything under pressure should be worked with caution. Especially people. Thanks for all the safety first pressure Y'all!

Cutting capsules with oxy-fuel is a NO NO

Perfect! Thank you Thomas. I have been itching to cut a bell out of one of these.

Not sure if this is the spot for this. There is a Nitrogen bottle for free on the local online shop. It is expired and was wondering if it could be safely cut for use as a bell?

5 Years past! Lets see some of those brave Souls work! I myself am no where near such a task, but plenty thirsty for some quality art.

Great thread. The insight and experience in this read applies to all sorts of aspects and says a lot about the upcoming generations. To me it is simple. Put in the work and do it right or suffer the risks involved. Y'all Elders are very much appreciated by us thicker skinned young'ens, who have learned quite a bit from you and in some cases could not have done it (properly) without your help and experience. Thank you.