Alex Bealer Blacksmith Association

Hey guys, its Mackenzie, i know its been a long long time sence i have made a meeting. Hope everything is going great back in GA. I have moved to SC Charleston, im now attending the American College of Building Arts, im majoring in Blacksmithing, that's right, a four year college and there's a major in blacksmithing. only college of its kinda in the USA, trades school, they have timber framing, stone carving, plaster working, and of cores Blacksmithing. I spend two 9 hour days a week in the shop, the other three days are divided between architectural history, drafting, math and English.

Do we have a site for our September meeting? And how about the rest of the year? Anyone willing to volunteer?

Linda

What do you use to take scale off? I am spending WAY too much time power wire brushing. I have always liked a tumbler, as that frees you up to do other things while it's running, IF you can stand the racket. Acid/vinegar dips allow other activities, also. Getting tired of picking wire scrapnel out of my apron or arm.

need anvil II
need anvil

I'm setting up my shop and want to find a used 100#+ anvil. If anyone has any leads on where I might find one, please contact me. I'm watching on eBay but so far, no luck. Kathy phone: 706-379-1263 eMail: kday@kbdplanning.com

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By kathyday at 01/29/2008 - 8:37pm | Tools | Supplies, suppliers, and for sale or trade

Wanted: Anvil for new blacksmith

CRAFT FAIR OPPORTUNITY John Stine has asked me to post this even though it is very short notice for this year. The Cave Spring Historical Society is having their 33rd annual Cave Spring Arts Festival this coming weekend. June 15th start. Website is www.Events2000.com/CaveSpring.

Contact is Jeanette Acker at 706-777-3773.

This may not be enough notice this year, but might be a reference for someone next year.

I need help from our knowledgeable group. I am planning on getting my first tattoo when I visit my son Bill (some of you may remember him from meetings) and I'm trying to locate symbols or emblems denoting blacksmithing for possible incorporation into my tat. I've googled away, but so far, no luck. I'm thinking of something like the symbols or shields or emblems (not sure what they are called) that the medieval guilds used for their trades. I know I've seen them carved in stone or in stained glass windows in cathedrals, but I can't seem to locate anything. I did find the crest of the Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths (Mark Aspery is a member) but it is rather complex and I don't think it would be right to use a crest of a group of which I am not a member.

i just wanted to let everyone know what a great class we had with Mark Aspery. We mostly concentrated on making tools to fit our projects--a rose and a wizard head. But Mark worked with each of us to help at whatever level we were at, he can explain things at the most basic level, or with the most technical metallurical terms, whatever you want to know. As for me, one of the most valuable things I took away was learning proper hammering technique. I have pretty severe arthritis, and at every class I've taken the evenings were spent icing and taking Goody's powders for the pain. After much gentle nagging, I was actually able to hammer all day without pain and this means I will probably be able to hammer away through my dotage.

Hi all,

I wanted to see if we can further discuss Dan Tull's suggestion about a fund-raising blacksmith auction we can use to increase our bank account and actually accomplish some of our goals. I, for one, think it's a great idea. But there are a few issues we need to discuss and resolve in order to make it a success:
We need to finish whatever paperwork is still outstanding to get our 501-c3 designation so that winning bidders will be able to deduct their contributions as a charitable donation. I know its a time-consuming project, so if we get at it now, it might be approved by fall festival time.

The Sculptnouveau company is giving a class on metal coating, cold patinas and resin casting in Chattanooga on June 21 and 22. It looked like fun, so I signed up. You may be interested too, so go to www.townsendatelier.com or www.sculptnouveau.com for information. The cost is $350.00. I'm hoping to get some tips so I can do a short demo on patinas for my July meeting as a sideline to Alfred's more professional presentation.

Jim Batson and the Alabama Forge Council is celebrating the 20th anniversity of this annual bladesmithing event. Admission is Free! Please pre-register by postcard. Send your name address and phone number to : Judd Clemm, 111 Yorkshire Drive Athens AL 35613

All past Bladesmithing Demonstrators have been invited to return for a homecoming. This year's demonstrators are Wade Colter & Rick Dunkerley form Montana, Richard Williams from Dolloywood in TN, and Alan Longmire form Virginia.