SteveW Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 One to look out for in February, Mastercrafts, looks like it could be a good one. http://www.bbc.co.uk/tv/comingup/mastercrafts/ http://britishcrafts.wordpress.com/2010/01/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sukellos Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 One to look out for in February, Mastercrafts, looks like it could be a good one.http://www.bbc.co.uk...p/mastercrafts/http://britishcrafts...ss.com/2010/01/ Doesn't look like it will be shown on BBC America. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alec.S Posted January 20, 2010 Share Posted January 20, 2010 That seems like it's going to be very interesting. Can't wait to see! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brasilikilt Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 Arrrgghh Stupid UK TV Tax!! One to look out for in February, Mastercrafts, looks like it could be a good one. http://www.bbc.co.uk/tv/comingup/mastercrafts/ http://britishcrafts.wordpress.com/2010/01/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Thompson Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 Monty Don lives near me and no-one around here would walk across the room to turn the TV on for that ####hole. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brasilikilt Posted January 28, 2010 Share Posted January 28, 2010 41552dad92bfeb84ed7ece3669d082b8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveW Posted February 5, 2010 Author Share Posted February 5, 2010 http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b00qnx50/Working_Lunch_02_02_2010/ Just to rub a bit of salt in the wounds, a quick bit of Blacksmithing turned up on Working Lunch you can see it starting at about 07:30 on BBC I player linked above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John B Posted February 5, 2010 Share Posted February 5, 2010 http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b00qnx50/Working_Lunch_02_02_2010/ Just to rub a bit of salt in the wounds, a quick bit of Blacksmithing turned up on Working Lunch you can see it starting at about 07:30 on BBC I player linked above. Hi Steve, emphasis on a quick bit, and I don't think Argos would be stocking their products, or catering for their clients either. What was the outcome of the fan you were considering purchasing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveW Posted February 5, 2010 Author Share Posted February 5, 2010 Hi Steve, emphasis on a quick bit, and I don't think Argos would be stocking their products, or catering for their clients either. What was the outcome of the fan you were considering purchasing? It was a bit quick wasn’t it? The whole piece made me smile for a number of reasons, not least the Argos bit, but it’s nice to see a mainstream business program touching on the crafts however badly executed. They talked to a Thatcher the following day and someone making stained glass the day after. I’m still looking at the blower option; I found this one the other day. Anyone have an opinion on it? http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=380174511872&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John B Posted February 5, 2010 Share Posted February 5, 2010 Hi Steve, thats just previewing whats to come on the Mastercrafts series, I believe Do Barkers the star turn for the blacksmithing, I hope they concentrate on the forging rather than the picture/background/composition/fancy editing and what the producer thinks is blacksmithing. With regard to the fan, yes that should work but I would think its a little on the light weight side,(48W) especially if you are wanting to run two forges off it, and is it rated for constant use or it may overheat, it looks like it will also need a cover over the motor. I have one similar I use on a couple of small forges I run for demos and thats only 15watts, you got to have patience with it, but it will get to a welding heat for small items (eventually) depending on which of the forges I have it connected to Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveW Posted February 5, 2010 Author Share Posted February 5, 2010 Hi John Humm, sounds like I’ll just keep looking or maybe take a chance on the bouncy castle blower as a stop gap till something better comes along. Re Mastercrafts, I have my fingers crossed they don’t spoil what could be an interesting and informative peek at our craft heritage, but, it is television, and we all know how easy it would be for some bright spark from the production company to have an idea that sends the whole thing backside upwards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Thompson Posted February 7, 2010 Share Posted February 7, 2010 You can rest assured that if Don's involved it will trivial fluff for 'downsizing' urban halfwits and the kind of moron that spends the day watching TV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveW Posted February 7, 2010 Author Share Posted February 7, 2010 Don’t sit on the fence Sam, say what you mean. I fear you will be right though, but if it sends some of those “urban halfwits” to a local Smith with pockets full of brass for the latest bit of must have ironwork it won’t be such a bad thing. Anything that tells the public and the powers that be, that traditional crafts are very much alive and kicking can only be a help to anyone working in a much underappreciated and misunderstood industry …maybe. :blink: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David E. Posted February 7, 2010 Share Posted February 7, 2010 You can rest assured that if Don's involved it will trivial fluff for 'downsizing' urban halfwits and the kind of moron that spends the day watching TV. HeHe should suit me down to the ground then Sam, :lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveW Posted February 24, 2010 Author Share Posted February 24, 2010 I just wanted to give you all a quick reminder that this weeks Mastercrafts episode is the Blacksmith one broadcast on Friday at 9pm BBC 2. It will be available on BBC I player shortly after. I have watched both of the first two programs, Green woodworking and Thatching and have enjoyed them both. I would have liked to see a little more emphasis on the craft and maybe a little less on the novices, but that is only a minor niggle as both programs were at least as far as I’m concerned very informative and beautifully shot and produced. I have my fingers crossed that the next one will be as good as the first two. I also have a foot in the Green woodworking camp and many of the people who run courses have said that there has been a noticeable rise in enquiries and bookings for courses as a direct result of the program. Steve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ratel10mm Posted February 26, 2010 Share Posted February 26, 2010 Fingers crossed then. Sadly BBC iplayer isn't accessible from overseas. Will just have to hope they release the series on DVD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beth Posted February 26, 2010 Share Posted February 26, 2010 well despite sams warning and my better instinct i am going to come out of tv retirement for this show - so it better be worth it! have a feeling that it will be as sam says but who knows - if it raises the profile of the craft as something difficult and that you need to pay good money for then thats ok - even if we have to listen to Dons version.... :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David E. Posted February 28, 2010 Share Posted February 28, 2010 Well, overall I enjoyed it because it was about smithing. It was good to see Bob Hobbs again,a gentleman and a master of his craft,I always enjoyed being in Bob's company. I did have a giggle when he awarded 1st prize to the chap that Don Barker had just described as having completely lost the plot yes it was simplistic and would be easy to spot the mistakes but I would watch more. Sam,told you it would suit me down to the ground, :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Thompson Posted February 28, 2010 Share Posted February 28, 2010 I tend to mentally switch off as soon as anything becomes 'life changing' or a 'journey'. It would have been more entertaining if they asked the cannon fodder to make the frames rather than the infill. It's interesting to see that electric welding is now considered acceptable. Monty Don's still an ignorant to***r though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John B Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 I hope this programme has shown what can be acieved in a short period of time by absolute beginners, and encouraged current practiotioners to consider entering the metalwork competitions at the shows, See details at www.blacksmithscompetition.co.uk It was interesting to see that judged on the WCB's scorecard system, the first place was awarded to the chap that Don Barker had just described as having completely lost the plot. Which just proves the objectivity of the current judging system 20 years or so ago and if it did not contain all the stereotypical forged elements, an artistic entry would have not made such an impression. For anyone interested there is a NBCC Judges Seminar to be held at Hereford College’s Holme Lacy campus on March 20th from 10.00 am to approx 4.30 pm there will be a buffet and refreshments I am told. This is an opportunity for anyone remotely interested in the blacksmith competitions held at shows, and can be thoroughly recommended as a most useful event. The programme will consist of talks and discussions, with practical examples, being led by people experienced in the various situations. Previous seminars have been very enlightening What is not covered is the fantastic marketing opportunity these shows present for those entering them, with between 80,000 to in excess of 250,000 people attending the shows they represent a unique low cost marketing opportunity, and they are also places to pick up practical blacksmithing tips, make new friends and enjoy yourself. Go to the seminar, and see what’s involved Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sukellos Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 It's interesting to see that electric welding is now considered acceptable.OUCH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Thompson Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 Sorry! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Francis Trez Cole Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 we are usally a year behind the show it in the u.k. then the u.s. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted March 3, 2010 Share Posted March 3, 2010 It could have been better but then again it could have been a lot worse. I agree that Monty Don is a bit of a tool but hey, he's helping to raise the crafts profile so don't burn his house down. I laughed at the bit where a hot cut was left in the hardy and was surprised that the cockney lad scored so poorly but one mans taste is not another's. Overall it was an enjoyable show and entertaining, which is what telly is all about right? John B, is that convention free or does it require a ticket? If I can make it over there (no transport per seh) I'd like to, if only for the chance to network and meet up with folks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sukellos Posted March 4, 2010 Share Posted March 4, 2010 It's okay Sam! Now that my health is back, I plan to build a bigger forge and do things right. Currently suffering from low cash flow to buy kaowool and satanite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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