| Walter's Forge |
Walter began working with iron about eight years ago. First
creating pieces made of antique iron we "inherited" when we
purchased an old dairy farm in north Ga.Visitors to the
farm began to ask for pieces and an invitation to a local
show became the beginning of "Sunset Ironworks". One piece
led to another and our line of iron products for home and
business began to grow.
His love of the craft has taken us places and introduced us
to people that have become true blessings in our lives. There
is something about handwork that satisfies the soul. That
feeling is reflected in the quality and care taken with each
piece. We feel that the purchase of an iron piece is an
investment in the future. The durability of iron means a
lifetime of use and enjoyment. Walter works hard to ensure
that every piece of ironwork that leaves his shop is of
heirloom quality.
We found out quickly that there was a lot of interest out
there for a variety of reasons. For some people it is the craft
itself. For others it is the treasury of memories brought
about by the smell of the smoke and the sounds of the
blower and the anvil. Walter has opened his shop to these
people and welcomed them to come and spend some time
watching and learning. We have groups of school children
who come, which is great fun for us. And Walter conducts
private classes at a rate of $30.00 per class for those who
want to try their hand at forging. We offer a very flexible
schedule to accommodate potential students.
Walter is at the shop most everyday and we welcome all to
come and visit. We have a small showroom set up with
samples to look at and sell. We do recommend that you
call before you make the trip. Most of our pieces
require customizing in some form or fashion. We can design
and make your piece just the size you need. And you have
the rare opportunity to get something that is exactly what
you want, does exactly what you need it to and have a part
in the design of the piece. In the end you have a truly
original piece of work that represents a spirit of American
Craftsmanship that is in danger of being lost to faster,
quicker and cheaper.
| Call us at (256) 254-8469 E-mail us at forgedbywalter@yahoo.com Write us at 886 Lee Chapel Rd. Henagar, Al. 35978 *web site design and maintenance by R. Howell. Contact sunsetironworks@yahoo.com for information and services. |
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