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  3. Blacksmithing
  4. Casting
  5. Clockmaking
  6. Coppersmith
  7. Enamelling
  8. Etching
  9. Farrier
  10. Goldsmith
  11. Jewellery
  12. Metal Clay
  13. Pewter
  14. Silversmith
  15. Tinsmith
  16. Wirework Jewellery
  17. Wrought Iron

Metal crafts Guide

Artists, crafts people & businesses involved in metal crafts.

One Jewellery

One Jewellery

Sawbridgeworth, Essex

Hi there, my name is Fiona and I am the owner of One Jewellery, my online handmade crystal ...

Rens Handmade Jewellery

Rens Handmade Jewellery

Derby, Derbyshire

I make all kinds of jewellery and accessories based around the cottagecore, fairycore ...

Praenuntia

Praenuntia

Haywards Heath, West Sussex

Praenuntia brings together artists who make handcrafted jewellery. We feature a great ...

Violet Haze Handcrafted Silver Jewellery

Violet Haze Handcrafted Silver Jewellery

Yedingham, North Yorkshire

Handcrafted in our North Yorkshire Studio Totally unique pieces of Jewellery made from ...

Mega Lily Design

Mega Lily Design

Hove, East Sussex

Starting out in March 2016, MegaLilyDesign is a solo designer and maker of greeting cards, ...

Hope Jewellery

Hope Jewellery

Surbiton, Surrey

My name is Vicki Wainwright and I live in Long Ditton, Surrey and I have a passion for ...

Calligraphy Jewellery

Calligraphy Jewellery

Manchester, Greater Manchester

Calligraphy Jewellery is an endeavor to bring the magic of Name ornaments in English, ...

its Alchemy

its Alchemy

Denbigh, Denbighshire

As a textile designer with a passion for pretty and unusual patterned old china I decided ...

Across the Courtyard

Across the Courtyard

Portsmouth, Hampshire

Handmade jewellery using all precious metals and gemstones. All designed and created ...

Emreyhill Jewellery

Emreyhill Jewellery

Sevenoaks, Kent

Emreyhill is a unique creative small Family business based in Kent. We use ethical antique ...

Sue Pozzoni

Exhibitor

Caterham, Surrey

I design and make freshwater pearl jewellery using, in some cases, Italian sourced silver. ...

Gemillie

Exhibitor

Bracknell, Berkshire

I make and sell bespoke semi-precious gemstone and silver jewellery. Each piece is unique ...

Dklhandmade jewellery

Dklhandmade jewellery

Winchester, Hampshire

I work from the comfort of my home in Winchester. I work with Argentium, silver clay ...

The Beady Jewellery Boutique

The Beady Jewellery Boutique

Leyland, Lancashire

I started wire knitting as a hobby. I like to create bracelets, necklaces, chokers and ...

Cutting Edge

Cutting Edge

Rugeley, Staffordshire

I have stumbled across chainmaille jewellery about 4 years ago and have never looked ...

Shaz Jewellery

Shaz Jewellery

Barnet, London

Hi, Im Shaz and I design and handmake a range of jewellery and keepsakes in my spare ...

Robert and Rose Jewellery

Robert and Rose Jewellery

Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire

Robert and Rose is a company that brings you a delightful jewellery collection. Specialising ...

Lillyford Mill Jewellery

Lillyford Mill Jewellery

Great Easton, Leicestershire

Hi, I am Rosie Edridge, a jewellery designer/maker based in the beautiful Leicestershire ...

Sanderling Crafts

Sanderling Crafts

Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire

I recently moved to Bridlington after spending a few years living on a narrowboat. Before ...

Chav clocks

Chav clocks

Thornaby, East Riding of Yorkshire

Since I retired from work I now have the luxury of taking my time with each clock I make ...

Lolis Gold

Lolis Gold

Harrow, Middlesex

At Lolis Gold we have a selection of hand made jewellery made to order, you can choose ...

Sandys Rocks

Sandys Rocks

East Grinstead, West Sussex

Here is just a small sample of the Jewellery I make. I use quality materials, Genuine ...

Meraki London

Meraki London

Wansworth, London

Meraki London was founded in 2018 when we noticed the lack of go-to gift shops for an ...

JP Jewellery

JP Jewellery

Monmouth, Monmouthshire

I am Jackie, a new jeweller from Monmouth. Having grown up in the countryside and always ...

3rd Stone Silver

3rd Stone Silver

Nantwich, Cheshire

I make rings, pendants, earrings and bangles from sterling silver and fine silver, some ...

Spirit Gemstone Jewellery

Spirit Gemstone Jewellery

Billingshurst, West Sussex

Hi my name is Janette, owner, designer and maker at spirit gemstone jewellery. I specialise ...

SmokeStag Enchantments

SmokeStag Enchantments

Ashwellthorpe, Norfolk

Welcome to SmokeStag Enchantments. I design and create one-of-a-kind jewellery, using ...

MaggieHart CreativeatHart

MaggieHart CreativeatHart

West Wickham, Kent

My first passion is all things jewellery, having started my jewellery journey at the ...

Fashionqueenli Gems

Fashionqueenli Gems

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

My career as an academic at a University Business School has enhanced my detailed professional ...

Jewellery By Me

Jewellery By Me

Stowmarket, Suffolk

Jewellery By Me produces custom designed jewellery. We display and sell our products ...

Instatera Jewellery

Instatera Jewellery

Lewisham, London

I started Instatera Jewellery in November 2022, after realising how much I enjoyed making ...

Magwitchery

Magwitchery

Ware, Hertfordshire

I am Magwitch and I design and make unique jewellery here in my small studio in rural ...

Avana Jewellery

Avana Jewellery

Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire

and #8203 My work is bespoke and made in the U.K in my studio in Cambridgeshire. My designs ...

RichAfric Designs

RichAfric Designs

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

I started my business in 2018. I have always loved to sell items handmade specifically ...

Quartzhammer Crafts

Quartzhammer Crafts

Manningtree, Essex

I make silver jewellery and enamelled art work. I also draw and paint.

Hedgerow Silver

Hedgerow Silver

Ashwellthorpe, Norfolk

I make unique pieces of botanical pure silver jewellery. Recycled silver in the form ...

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Hand Embossing on Soft Metals

Hand Embossing on Soft Metals

Jolly Super Things, Lechlade, Gloucestershire

Saturday, 28 June 2025

A collection of guides from the metal crafts section.

Blacksmithing

Blacksmithing is a traditional craft that involves the shaping of hot metal using a forge, anvil, and hammers. The blacksmiths primary materials are iron and steel, which are heated until they become pliable and can be shaped into a variety of forms. Blacksmiths use a variety of tools and techniques, including forging, bending, punching, and welding, to create functional objects such as tools, hardware, and household items. The craft also has an aesthetic aspect, with blacksmiths creating decorative pieces such as railings, gateways, and furniture. Blacksmithing requires a combination of technical skill, physical strength, and creative vision, and is a challenging but rewarding craft that has been practiced for thousands of years.

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Casting

Casting is the pouring into a mold of liquid metal, to create objects such as bronze sculptures. You can use other non metallic liquids for casting like, clay, epoxy, plaster, concrete etc.

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Clockmaking

Clockmaking involves the building and repair of clocks. A Clockmaker would also work with watches. Modern clock makers are often able to fix old one of a kind clock because they have both the design and fabrication skills needed.

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Coppersmith

Delving deep into the world of metal craftsmanship, this guide unveils the artistry and precision of the coppersmith. Charting a journey from raw coppers malleable beauty to the gleam of a finished masterpiece, readers are invited to explore the tools, techniques, and traditions that have shaped this ancient craft. From ornate teapots to weathered weather vanes, the coppersmiths guide provides a rich tapestry of history intertwined with modern application, celebrating the unsung alchemy of transforming copper into functional art.

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Enamelling

Enamel is an old and widely used process which uses various techniques. It is an opaque or semi-transparent glossy substance that is a type of glass which is fused to metal or other hard surfaces under high heat conditions. Enamel is used either as a protective coating or to decorate objects such as jewellery or ornaments.

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Etching

Etching represents a centuries-old craft that merges artistry with intricate technique. In this sophisticated guide, one discovers the step-by-step process of etching, a form of printmaking where acid is employed to engrave a design onto a metal plate. Delving into the subtleties of line work, tonal variation, and artistic expression, the guide offers a comprehensive insight into this meticulous craft. From the selection of materials to the finesse of the finished print, this manual serves as an invaluable resource for artisans seeking to elevate their etching skills.

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Farrier

Farriers are skilled craftsmen who make and attach shoes to the hooves of horses. They have the ability to shoe all types of equine feet whether they are normal or defective and are able to make the correct type of shoe depending on the type of work and working conditions that a horse is associated with.

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Goldsmith

Journey into the gilded world of the goldsmith with this illuminating guide. From the alchemy of molten gold to the delicate chiselling of intricate designs, delve into the time-honoured techniques that transform raw metal into objects of pure splendour. Tracing the goldsmiths craft from ancient kingdoms to modern ateliers, this guide offers a captivating exploration of the British legacy of gold craftsmanship, celebrating the melding of artistry, precision, and passion.

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Jewellery

Handmade jewellery is a popular craft in the UK, allowing makers to create unique pieces that can be sold or given as gifts. Using a variety of materials such as beads, wire, and charms, jewellery makers can create necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and more. With the right tools and techniques, makers can bring their creative visions to life, making each piece a one-of-a-kind creation. From simple beaded necklaces to intricate wire-wrapped earrings, handmade jewellery allows makers to express their individual style and create something truly special.

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Metal Clay

With metal clay (gold, silver, copper, bronze, brass or steel) crafts people model jewellery or small sculptures. The metal particles are mixed with a binder of organic material and water to create a clay which can be molded and shaped. The piece is then heated to remove the binder and water to leave the finished piece.

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Pewter

Pewter is an alloy composed primarily of tin, with a small percentage of hardeners such as copper, lead, bismuth and antimony.

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Silversmith

A silversmith is a skilled craftsman who works with silver, creating decorative and functional objects such as cutlery, jewellery, and decorative pieces. The process of silversmithing involves a variety of techniques, including casting, annealing, soldering, and polishing. Using specialised tools such as hammers, chisels, and files, a silversmith shapes the metal to create intricate designs and unique pieces. They may work independently, creating bespoke items for clients, or for larger companies creating mass-produced designs. Silversmithing is a time-honoured craft, and a skilled silversmith can create works of art that are cherished for generations.

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Tinsmith

Tinsmiths make or repair products made of tin. They are also known as white smiths because they work with light coloured metals. They can create anything from simple items like small boxes all the way to creating chandeliers.

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Wirework Jewellery

Wirework jewellery can be made by hand shaping soft metals such as silver in wire form, into necklaces, bracelets and other types of jewellery, which are held together using loops.

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Wrought Iron

Wrought iron has a low carbon content, that allows it to be worked using processes such as forging and welding. It can be used to make objects which are both functional and decorative, such as candle holders, gates, chairs and tables.

Read more about Wrought Iron

Blog Posts
Craft posts by members in the metal crafts section

New crafter new products

New crafter new products

Lowestoft, Suffolk

I Am a new craftsman in jewellery and I love working with a certain gemstone called Labradorite. ...

My Velvet Collection is Here

My Velvet Collection is Here

Ware, Hertfordshire

My Velvet Collections are a contemporary interpretation of some of the colours and textures ...

Introducing Across the Courtyard Bespoke Jewellery

Introducing Across the Courtyard Bespoke Jewellery

Portsmouth, Hampshire

Bespoke Jewellery Design Hampshire Hi, I’m Clare, and I am Across the Courtyard Jewellery ...

New Fragrance Launch by Carramea Fashion

New Fragrance Launch by Carramea Fashion

Blackpool, Lancashire

I am so pleased to announce the arrival of my new ladies fragrance range, Carramea, Goddess ...

Handmade semi precious healing stones bracelets

Handmade semi precious healing stones bracelets

Wirral, Merseyside

Semi-precious healing stones and crystals such as quarts, amethyst and opals have been ...

Toboo jewellery handmade just for you

Toboo jewellery handmade just for you

Wirral, Merseyside

Beautiful, handmade jewellery made for all occasions, you can choose your colour selection ...

Let me introduce you to Jebril

Let me introduce you to Jebril

Haywards Heath, West Sussex

Hello! Sometimes someone exceptional comes along, with a completely new outlook and ...

Let me introduce to the one and only Chaimz Charms

Let me introduce to the one and only Chaimz Charms

Haywards Heath, West Sussex

Hello, I hope that your week is starting happily despite the wet and grey weather. Today ...

Every story has a beginning

Every story has a beginning

Marchwood, Hampshire

Jaded Jewellery is based just outside of the New Forest. Every piece is handmade, no ...

And Today Please Meet GABRIELLE and LOUISA

And Today Please Meet GABRIELLE and LOUISA

Haywards Heath, West Sussex

Hello! January is coming to its end which means that business should start picking ...

Let me introduce you to Twisted Workshop

Let me introduce you to Twisted Workshop

Haywards Heath, West Sussex

Hello again! This week I have decided to introduce you to Brian from Twisted Workshop. ...

I have the pleasure to introduce you to ABU

I have the pleasure to introduce you to ABU

Haywards Heath, West Sussex

Hello! We are very lucky at praenuntia.com to feature such a variety of talented artists. ...

The New Kid on the Block Ash Tree Arts

The New Kid on the Block Ash Tree Arts

Haywards Heath, West Sussex

Hello again! I hope that you had a happy holiday season, with plenty of food and companionship. ...

Let me introduce you to URSULA

Let me introduce you to URSULA

Haywards Heath, West Sussex

First of all, Have a very Happy and Creative New Year! I launched Praenuntia last year ...

How do you do

How do you do

Haywards Heath, West Sussex

Hello, I am new at UK Craft fairs and I am enjoying reading about everyone and their ...

My First Exhibition Handmade With Luxury

My First Exhibition Handmade With Luxury

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

I had my first exhibition at the Christmas Fayre at David Lloyd Westbridgford Health ...

Exhibiting my clocks

Exhibiting my clocks

Thornaby, East Riding of Yorkshire

Hi my name is chris I have Ijust joined u.k crafts last week everything is new and exciting ...

Me and my crafts

Exhibitor

Keighley, West Yorkshire

I make bouquets made from silk and satin and cotton fabric and jewellery from real gems, ...

Me and my crafts

Me and my crafts

Keighley, West Yorkshire

Hi this is me I am a mum off 5 Ive been married twice now Ive been trying to build my ...

How to care for your favourite pieces of jewellery

How to care for your favourite pieces of jewellery

Chelmsford, Essex

I often get asked about Cleaning and Caring for Your Jewellery, whether its for a piece ...

FIDO Seaglass and silver pendant

FIDO Seaglass and silver pendant

Middlewich, Cheshire

This is my latest creation, a seaglass multi set in silver. When I found the lovely ...

Owls and faeries

Exhibitor

Lakenheath, Suffolk

My goodness, I wanted a challenge and this wired owl Im working on is certainly that! ...

Unicorn brooch

Exhibitor

Lakenheath, Suffolk

Ive made a variety of unicorn brooches, namely three, the copper one in the picture, ...

New to site

Exhibitor

Urmston, Greater Manchester

Hi, Just like to say hi, I am John, only registered today, I am a part time blacksmith ...

Havvanah range

Exhibitor

Frinton on Sea, Essex

We have a change to our organisation in that we have a range for teenagers. This is available ...

Christmas ornaments

Christmas ornaments

Rugeley, Staffordshire

As the festive season is approaching, Ive been making some chainmaille snowflakes

Jewellery making lessons

Jewellery making lessons

Rugeley, Staffordshire

Ive been hosting chainmaille jewellery making lessons in Rugeley town sentre £20

A quiet Saturday

Exhibitor

Matlock, Derbyshire

Having just finished lunch and settling down for a lazy afternoon, I received a call ...

Recent craft fair

Recent craft fair

Leyland, Lancashire

I have recently been busy attending a fair at Smithills Fair, Bolton and making new items ...

Coolings

Exhibitor

Tonbridge, Kent

We will be at Coolings on the 17th June come see our bespoke coin rings, come talk to ...

Agate beaded necklaces and matching bracelets

Agate beaded necklaces and matching bracelets

Leyland, Lancashire

lovely striped blue agate stone bracelet to match necklace above

New Year Plans

New Year Plans

Leyland, Lancashire

I noticed the evenings are slowly becoming lighter and the sun actually shone today. ...

Hallmark

Exhibitor

Matlock, Derbyshire

I was amazed when visiting a market recently how many traders are selling non-hallmarked ...

Choker Trend

Choker Trend

Leyland, Lancashire

It seems to be the season of a choker trend and so I decided to create a few of my own, ...

Christmas Open Studio

Exhibitor

Solihull, West Midlands

Thankyou to everyone who attended my open studio last weekend. Purchasing early Christmas ...

New Gallery Collection and Christmas Open Day

Exhibitor

Denbigh, Denbighshire

I am thrilled that itsAlchemy jewellery will now be on display at The Creative Recycling ...

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