Maggie Fergusson

The revival of the blacksmith’s craft — a new generation goes at it hammer and tongs

They may not be shoeing horses, but an increasing number of smiths are hand-crafting high-quality kitchenware and utensils, says Alex Pole

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issue 30 October 2021
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  • Blacksmith: Apprentice to Master: Tools & Traditions of an Ancient Craft

    Alex Pole

    Quadrille, pp. 224, £20

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