feed back on planning 1st annual hammer in

[hardingknives]

Hey folks, looking for some thoughts on doing a hammer in this fall at my place in Hendricksville IN, trying to put together some demonstrators and anyone that has a traveling demo setup. This will be the first of its kind in my area. Will have a traveling foundry doing an aluminum pour, BBQ truck and other foods, maybe a country/bluegrass band. An article in the local papers plus social media to invite the community. I have parking for a couple hundred and places for demonstrators to camp or park a camper, and hotels located in Bloomington IN about 15 minutes away. Anyone that can or wants to participate let me know, and any suggestions or ideas to make this a success is appreciated.

Thanks Chad

 

[DukeHarley]

Being new to knife makeing and not having any hammer ins close to me here in west MI id be all in for attending. I would be able to contribute much but Id love to see some forging up close and maybe pick up a thing or two. Best of all have a chance to shake hands with some of you.

Jay

 

[hardingknives]

Being new to knife makeing and not having any hammer ins close to me here in west MI id be all in for attending. I would be able to contribute much but Id love to see some forging up close and maybe pick up a thing or two. Best of all have a chance to shake hands with some of you.

Jay

I'll keep you posted Jay, don't worry about contribution, love for the craft and enthusiasm helps alot

 

[Robert Erickson]

I'm in southeast MI and would be interested in attending! Keep us posted on dates etc!

 

[hardingknives]

Sounds good! I got some blacksmiths coming from the local abana chapter but looking for more bladesmiths. hoping if I get started now I might have it worked out by fall, trying to pick a date that doesn't interfere with anything else

 

[Fred.Rowe]

Organization is the difference between success and failure.

Putting on a hammerin takes a lot of effort on the part of many.

Drawing a plan on a large poster board and having a schedule down on paper helps.

Charge a fee to help offset the cost.

Enjoy!

I put a hammerin on 4 years in a row at my shop, the energy level when you get a few dozen forgers together is awesome.

 

[viral]

Depending on the weekend I would consider making the journey. It's only like 9 hours. Ain't nothin but a thing. Also, I know it's menial, but could my faithful pooch attend too?