Aardvark Blacksmithing

Contact name: R.holmes

39
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(19)

almost 3 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

Hi ive been working as an artist blacksmith for the last 22 years originaly studying blacksmithing at Holm Lacey Centre for Rural Crafts in Hereford.Over these years ive undertaken numerous commisions both for public and private customers ranging from large archways and gates to parks to small bespoke items and sculptures. ive run workshops and demos at craft fairs and at my own forge ,teaching all age groups and abilitys and have always had positive feedback from the participants

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Craggvale

Day classes in traditional blacksmithing ... make an item to take away

7 hours

Next date: 23rd Feb 2025

(19)

£135.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

25 Jan 25'

Alan. and Matthew. reviewed: Day classes in traditional blacksmithing ... make an item to take away

"My son and I spent the day with Rudi on this course. It was a brilliant day if a little cold. Rudi is a great teacher and everything was hands on from the get go. Relaxed teaching, focusing on learning by doing rather than theory work. I specifically asked If we could learn to make arrow heads and medieval nails and Rudi didn't disappoint . By the end of the day, we had made Bodkin Arrow heads, nails and a pair of Blacksmithing tongs that we can use at home when I build my own forge. I thoroughly recommend this course if you are interested in learning some blacksmithing skills, but have no experience like us. "

28 Aug 24'

Zak Ferguson-Young reviewed: Day classes in traditional blacksmithing ... make an item to take away

"I had a great day learning the basics of blacksmithing with Rudi. I made a small keychain which my wife loves and a knife that whilst slightly imperfect I'll treasure forever. Great instruction throughout the day helping me to create pieces I'm proud of. Would definitely recommend this course."

4 Aug 24'

Josh and Bel reviewed: Day classes in traditional blacksmithing ... make an item to take away

"Fantastic all day course with the Blacksmith Rudi. Me and my wife made coat hangers key chains and even a whole knife! We learned the different stages that iron and steel go through, how to hammer and heat steel correctly, and how to temper and finish it. Special mention to the wonderful dog Rico who supported us the entire day!"

13 Jul 24'

Daniel Hawkes reviewed: Day classes in traditional blacksmithing ... make an item to take away

"The one day blacksmith course with Rudi was exceptional. Rudi taught me the fundamental skills of blacksmithing and I was able to forge three items in the day course. I highly recommend the course to anyone who is interested in blacksmithing. "

Aardvark Blacksmithing responded:

"Hi Dan thank you for your review. It was a pleasure working with you and I think all the items turned out well. Cheers, Rudi "