Two Cents Forge

Open for business at McConkey’s Market at Washington Crossing National Park. 10-4. Amazing vendors. Food trucks. And incredible views of the Delaware and the historic park.

Had a nice time at the 1750 Smithy today entertaining several groups of 4th grade student visitors who stopped by the forge for a field trip. We talked about why Blacksmithing was important in the past and why it is still important today. Showed them a quick demo on making a decorative heart which starts as not much but comes to life on the anvil horn. ❤️

First picture I found of Hopewell Furnace from their website that shows some of the damage from the windstorm on March 16th. A massive sycamore tree fell a short distance from the Smithy. Had it been another 20 feet over, the building would have been ruined. Other buildings and structures were damaged and many of the trails have been compromised. Fortunately all the livestock are safe and sound. There is much for the staff and volunteers to do to put the park back in order for everyone's enjoyment.

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Adding these shelf brackets made from salvaged steel to our inventory. It’s all about the details. Find us on Etsy. #twocentsforge #blacksmith #makers #etsy #recycle

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I really enjoy finding new purpose in old materials. The copper bowl on this ladle is made from an old cupola that was on my roof and the handle is a piece of scrap yard steel. #junk, #recycle, #blacksmith, #twocentsforge #anginedepoitrine

1 oz. coffee scoop headed to warmer weather in sunny Florida…. Will be happy to say good bye to winter!

Pretty awesome to be doing my engineering thing and finding a line shaft above an office ceiling. Wondering what this building was before.

Excellent demo and presentation by Matt Harris yesterday in Mt. Joy for the February Pennsylvania Artist Blacksmith Association meeting at Stan’s shop. Those who braved the wind chill were fortunate to see this grill with bronze elements forged as well as were treated to Carolyn’s famous Chicken Corn Soup. Next meeting will be in April at the Goggleworks in Reading.

Every blacksmith has a moment that sparked their creativity — a turning point that shaped their journey at the forge.

Whether it was a single hammer strike or years in the making, your story matters. Add your "Two Cents" and join me on this journey as we celebrate the craft, the community, and the stories that keep blacksmithing alive.

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