Blacksmithing Beginners - Decorative Hook with Twisted Heart Workshop

Heritage Artisan Faire Workshops

‘Rediscovering the Past Through Craft’

Blacksmithing Beginners Workshop

Decorative Hook with Twisted Heart

9.00am - 1.00pm

As part of AdventureFest 2026, Redlands Coast Museum invites you to embark on The Heritage Artisan Faire Workshops: a hands-on journey through heritage skills, artistry, and self-discovery. Vintage trades meet modern creativity in a series of immersive workshops that celebrate craftsmanship as a living link between past and present.

Step back in time and experience the craft of blacksmithing in the Museum’s historic Blacksmith Shed.  In the tradition of why the Museum Blacksmith Shed was set up over fifty years ago, the Redlands Coast Museum blacksmith team are offering this unique experience to learn about this heritage trade.

Forge a decorative hook with twisted heart while learning techniques including hot cutting, punching, tapering, scrolling and bending and twisting. Facilitated by Mark Kent will guide participants in forging techniques to complete a practical project.

Designed for beginners aged 18+, these small-group workshops (limited to 5 participants) allow for plenty of one-on-one guidance as you learn to work safely with the forge, anvil and traditional tools.

What’s Included

• Safety induction and use of safety equipment

• All materials required to complete your project

• Tea, coffee & morning tea

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Duration:

4 hours

Suitable for: Ages 18+ (Perfect for beginners no prior experience required)

Workshop Capacity:

All our Heritage Artisan Faire Workshops have a limited number of participants to ensure you receive all the assistance and direction you require.

Ticket Includes:

• Tea & coffee station + morning tea

• Entry to the Museum to explore our fascinating exhibits*

What to Bring / Wear

• Fire-retardant clothing (cotton or wool – long sleeves and long pants)

• Closed-in sturdy shoes (steel caps recommended if you have them)

• Hat or cap optional for heat protection

Ticket Types:

• Non-Members

• Redlands Coast Museum Members & Volunteers ($10 discount)

Important Information:

• Discounts apply only to valid Redlands Coast Museum Members and Volunteers

• Member and volunteer discounts cannot be used by non-members

• Discounts are not transferable or shareable

*Booking fees apply.