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Jul 12, 2014 · Metal can sound a little intimidating but there are many sweet little projects out there to introduce kids to this amazing, strong, and versatile material. Think tin cans, aluminum foil, magnets, paper clips, and electronics!
Metal crafts for kids (and grown-ups). Art design, and science projects that explore working with metal. Learn how to make faux embossed ornaments out of simple materials! This is an easy project for kids and adults with stunning results.
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Metal Tooling Using Visual Texture. Create a metal tooling design using 5 unique visual textures, arranging elements in either a static or dynamic composition for maximum impact. This art lesson takes two 40 minute periods. | Glitter Meets Glue Designs. Copper Art by 4th grade students in CA.
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- Metalworking
- Enameling
- Blacksmithing
- Farrier
- Tinware – Tinsmith
- Weaponsmith – Sword Making, Armorer, Gunsmith, Fletching
- Clockmaking
- Silversmith
- Coppersmith
- Knife Making
The craft of metalworking involves shaping, cutting and joining metal material to form an object. The oldest evidence of an object created by using this technique is a copper pendant from northern Iraq. The pendant dates back to 8,700 BCE.
The process of enameling involves fusing a glassy substance to metal to provide protection and/or decoration. This involves introducing high temperatures to the surface. It is important to use clean metal as the goal is to provide a smooth coating.
Blacksmithing is the act of shaping iron or steel to create an object like gates, sculptures, and weapons. The blacksmith heats iron or steel to high temperatures to make it soft and easier to shape.
A farrier is a craftsman who designs horseshoes and attaches them to horses’ hooves. The farrier must have blacksmith skills as horseshoes are usually made out of steel. Some may use other materials like aluminum and plastic. The term “farrier” actually comes from the Middle French word “ferrier” which translates to “blacksmith”. This proves how sy...
Objects made out of tinplate are tinware. The craftsman who creates tinware is a tinsmith. Utensils are the most common item created by using this technique. Tinplate originated from Bohemia. It is unclear how long ago this skill was first developed, but this is a type of metal craft that we encounter most every day.
A weaponsmith is a skilled craftsmen that makes edged weapons out of metal. Some examples are axes, swords, spears, and shields. Others may specialize. Armorers are weaponsmiths employed by the military, or those who specialize in armor. Those who specialize in making swords are swordsmiths. Gunsmiths primarilymake guns and rifles. The art of makin...
Clockmaking is the art of creating or repairing clocks. Originally, clockmakers worked solelyby hand. In modern days, machinery makes the process easier. Surprisinglyclockmakers usually do not make or repair watches.
A craftsman who makes items out of sterling and fine silver metal is a silversmith. Traditionally, the smith cuts and then shapes the silver with a hammer. The most common items silversmiths make include silverware, dishes, and jewelry.
A coppersmith is a professional that makes objects out of copper or brass. Often coppersmiths use brass metal, a mixture of copper and zinc, for their creations. So another name for this type of craftsman is a “brazier.” Copper may actually be the first metal used for crafting as it is easy to shape because of its softness.
Knife making is the act of creating a sharp-edged tool which is often called a knife or blade. When the craft of knife making began, it was typicallydone with metals like bronze and copper. Today, steel is the most common type of metal used to manufacture knives because of its’ strength.
- Garden Bench. One of my favorite projects is the construction of a metal or wood and metal garden bench. They are fairly easy to make, they look great, and people want to buy them.
- Table. You can make a metal table for your home or office, or you can make a welding table for your projects. There are some really good plans and designs with directions on how to build them (along with excellent metalwork advice) for end tables, decorative tables, a quality welding table and much more in the book Welding Complete.
- Headache Rack. A headache rack is a metal 'barrier' that is installed behind a truck's cab or a tractor's cab, which shields the driver and occupants in the cab from any material from crushing the window and injuring the occupants.
- Plant Stand. A plant stand can be as simple as a steel rod with a simple hook attachment at the top (and a base), or it can be a very artistic multi-plant stand that requires lots of work.
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Metal working is one of my favorite things to do! This is for all of the people who are starting out who might need some good projects to try. I really like all of these instructables and have tried most of them out my self.
