# Workshop Process Series

Forging Content From The Working Forge

Follow real toolmaking projects, forging updates, and workshop processes as they take shape.

See a project develop through the real stages of workshop practice.
A More Personal Way to Follow The Craft
Each video focuses on a specific forging or toolmaking project, showing the work from preparation through to the next meaningful stage. I explain what I am doing, why a particular approach matters, and how the material responds along the way. The result is a clear, grounded view of the process rather than a rushed final reveal.
The series also captures the details that are easy to miss, including tool choices, heat control, shaping, fitting, and finishing decisions. Whether you are interested in traditional forging, practical toolmaking, or the atmosphere of a working workshop, each update offers a closer look at how the project is made.
Ideal For
People curious about blacksmithing and forgingMakers interested in toolmaking projectsViewers who enjoy practical workshop processesAnyone following a project from start to finish
How It Works
Choose A Project: Each update centres on a current forging or toolmaking project.Follow The Process: Watch the key stages, decisions, and workshop details as they happen.See The Progress: Return for further updates as the piece develops toward completion.

- Process video

## About

I am Ilan Shenfield, a blacksmith creating hand forged tools and practical pieces through heat, hammer, and careful attention to detail. My work includes hammers, tongs, fullers, punches, hot cuts, and other tools shaped for makers, farriers, and anyone who values honest craftsmanship. I share the process openly, including the experiments and adjustments behind each piece, so every creation reflects both function and the journey of forging.

## Services

- [Hand-Forged Tools](https://getshenfieldforge.com/services/hand-forged-tools.md): I make forged tools such as hammers, tongs, fullers, and punches.
- [Custom Blacksmithing](https://getshenfieldforge.com/services/custom-blacksmithing.md): I create practical custom pieces shaped to your requested use and design.
- [Farrier Tools](https://getshenfieldforge.com/services/hand-forged-farrier-tools.md): I forge specialized tools for farriery and traditional metalworking.

## FAQ

### What does a blacksmith do?

A blacksmith shapes and works metal using heat, force, and carefully chosen tools. The craft can include making, repairing, or refining functional objects and components for a range of practical uses.

### What kinds of items can a blacksmith make?

Blacksmiths may create items such as hand tools, hardware, decorative pieces, and specialized equipment. The possibilities depend on the intended use, the metal involved, and the design requirements.

### Why choose forged metal instead of mass-produced metal?

Forged metal is shaped through a hands-on process that can give an object a distinctive character and purposeful construction. Working with a professional also allows the design and function to be considered together rather than relying only on standard forms.

### How do I know whether a blacksmith is right for my project?

A blacksmith can be a good fit when your project calls for custom metalwork, traditional forging methods, or a carefully considered functional piece. Sharing the intended use and any important design details helps determine whether the craft suits your needs.

### How should I care for forged metalwork?

Care depends on the metal, finish, and environment in which the piece is used. Keeping it clean, dry when appropriate, and protected from conditions that encourage corrosion can help preserve its appearance and function.

## Contact

- Email: Shenfield.Forge@gmail.com