The craft of a blacksmith involves a great deal of skill and expertise, so you should always check the training and background of any Stonehouse blacksmith you’re considering using for a commission.

Check your Stonehouse blacksmith’s credentials

Some of the qualifications and experience you should look out for in a Stonehouse blacksmith could include:

• having served an apprenticeship with a reputable blacksmith
• experience of working as a blacksmith for a number of years
• holding a BTEC National Diploma in Blacksmithing and Metalworking
• having attended a blacksmithing college
• membership of the Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths
• membership of the British Artists Blacksmiths Association

These would all be good signs that your Stonehouse blacksmith has the necessary skills and artistry to carry out commissions and deliver high-quality work.

Speak to your Stonehouse blacksmith

Any good Stonehouse blacksmith will always be happy to tell you about their qualifications and experience, allowing you to make a judgement about whether they’re likely to be skilled to carry out the work you have in mind.

Here at Bibstone Blacksmiths, we are a team of experienced, skilled, qualified and time-served blacksmiths, which can give you assurance that we produce the highest quality craftsmanship in every commission we undertake.