Forging Forward

08/27/2026

It's our Birthday! 4 years ago we had our first class. It was an amazing class.

I really miss the ranch. The Weedens were so nice to let us use it for so long.

Locations have changed, but we're still going strong.

The big news is we're almost officially a non-profit! Our 501c3 has been filed for awhile, and we should have it really soon!

A huge thank you still stands for all the instructors, and everyone that helps out to make these classes so great!

08/25/2026

We've always said when you're holding a flaming hot piece of steel, nothing else in the world matters.
I didn't know there was a name for it. Flow state. You have no choice but to fully focus on whats in front of you.
Whether it be bladesmithing, surfing, playing an instrument, or whatever. Find your flow state!

08/24/2026

It's national knife day! Lets see everyone's favorite knife. I think my favorite is this wrought iron go mai I made awhile back.

08/13/2026

*****We've filled this one up!*******

*****Class Announcement*****
This class is open to veterans and first responders. There is no fee for the class, but donations are accepted.

9/5 at Stonehaven Knife Works!
To sign up email [email protected]

I can't wait to see everyone out there!

06/07/2026

What the men that landed on the beaches of Normandy had to endure for success will be forever etched in to American history.
We thank everyone for their service.

04/29/2026

Lets hear your stories!

We want to hear from you, so we can share what a difference this program is making in the lives of our heros. Thank you for taking the time to write up a submission for us to share.

04/02/2026

The fun that all meta bladesmiths are having..
This has been going around to anything blade related, even just bars of steel. Meta stifled us and tries to not let anyone see what we do.
We aren't selling anything. We are providing a free service to veterans and first responders. Meta's ai program is horrible to deal with. I guess my profile picture is offensive?

03/31/2026

03/31/2026

For the students thanks for coming out! We truly enjoy hanging out and sharing our knowledge with those that have served us. We invite you out to more classes! This was Kate Patterson 's third class! We will have more classes in San Antonio.

We have a Facebook group for everyone. Forging Forward Makers Group. Post up your pics in there! We'd also like to keep up with current projects youre working on!
I hope all of you were bit by the bug, and are out shopping for forges and anvils!

03/31/2026

This past weekend was amazing. Chaos, but amazing. Problems popped up, but the instructors squashed them quick! It's pretty difficult to remember to grab every little do-dad, tool, and supply to make a knife somewhere else with nothing, but a parking lot (not even electricity😬). We did it though! We had around 35 vets this class. Some of the instructors said it went better than last year. I've learned a lot from this big class, so the next should be easier.
All of the veterans had a blast, and we did a great thing this weekend.
I really can't thank the instructors enough. It really is humbling to ask for some help on a crazy mission, and everyone jumps in way beyond what I could ever imagine. The weekend's success falls square on the instructors.