Forgotten Arts Ltd.

06/07/2026

Why Do We Heat-Treat a Knife Blade?

Heat treatment is a critical step in the knife-making process that enhances the blade’s strength, hardness, and durability. The blade is heated to a bright cherry-red temperature, which removes its magnetic properties and prepares the steel for hardening.

Once the desired temperature is reached, the blade is quenched in a specially formulated oil. This rapid cooling process hardens the steel and increases its ability to hold a sharp edge. After quenching, the blade is secured in a vice to prevent warping as it completes the cooling process, ensuring the finished blade remains straight and true.

05/27/2026

Here is a knife we developed, inspired based by Anglo-Saxon Scramasax blade.

Tell us in the comments what kind of knife you would like to see us create?

05/26/2026

Have you ever wondered what the process is for hand crafting a knife?

Once you have decided on the template for the style of knife you want to make, it’s over to the grinding machines to start shaping your knife.

05/25/2026

What an awesome day creating in the Forgotten Arts workshop!

These awesome ladies got to swap their volunteer fire fighting tools for a different set of tools, and boy was it impressive.

Walking out with amazing knives to be proud of, these ladies got the job done and made it look easy.

Interested in joining us for a 1-day knife making workshop?

Visit us at www.forgotten-arts.com

05/23/2026

Preparing for our all female knife making workshop

05/20/2026

The moment has finally arrived, our website is up and running and we are now taking bookings for our knife making courses. Follow the link below.

https://forgotten-arts.com/

05/18/2026

Have you ever wanted to craft something from precious metals while learning a new skill?

At Forgotten Arts Ltd, you can do exactly that. While we are known for knife-making, we also offer silversmithing workshops where you can transform your ideas into something truly unique - an item to treasure for generations. From initial design through to the finished piece, the possibilities are yours to explore. Click on the video to see the process come to life.

If you have an idea you’d love to bring to life, get in touch with us.

From initial design.

05/03/2026

From humble beginnings! This workshop has seen quite the transformation. Our blood, sweat and tears is literally embedded into the fabric of this place, but boy was it worth it.

05/03/2026

We currently have 14 knife templates to help inspire you, so which knife will you choose to make?

05/03/2026

COMING SOON!

It has taken four years but the Forgotten Arts Knife-Making workshop will finally be open for business from May 15th, 2026.

Please contact us if you are interested in a 1-day, 1-knife course.

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