<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[LLForge]]></title><description><![CDATA[LLForge is a bladesmith/blacksmith using a coal fired forge.  Damascus and high carbon steel knives and blades and hand forged ornamental iron]]></description><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:18:52 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding the Benefits of Learning Blacksmithing Basics]]></title><description><![CDATA[Blacksmithing is an ancient craft that has evolved over centuries, blending artistry with practical skills. Taking blacksmithing classes offers a unique opportunity to connect with this rich tradition while developing valuable hands-on abilities. Whether you are a hobbyist, an artist, or someone interested in craftsmanship, learning blacksmithing basics can open doors to creativity, self-reliance, and personal growth. Why Learning Blacksmithing Basics Matters Starting with the fundamentals of...]]></description><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/understanding-the-benefits-of-learning-blacksmithing-basics</link><guid isPermaLink="false">695d32debdb7a40d88d8b391</guid><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:10:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2c5ef1_b150b58594774b6cab5c085a95b39adc~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_576,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Essential Blacksmithing Tools Explained for Aspiring Blacksmiths]]></title><description><![CDATA[Blacksmithing is an ancient craft that combines skill, creativity, and the right tools to transform raw metal into functional and artistic pieces. For those starting out, understanding the essential blacksmithing tools is crucial to building a productive and safe workshop. This guide will walk you through the must-have tools every aspiring blacksmith should consider, explaining their uses and offering practical advice on selecting and maintaining them. Blacksmithing Tools Explained: The...]]></description><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/essential-blacksmithing-tools-explained-for-aspiring-blacksmiths</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6953e39ba9159ec3c53e74de</guid><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:40:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2c5ef1_9c737ddd0d2246669bfc37479ba29a2c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_576,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Constructing a Heavy Duty Table Base: Overcoming Epic Challenges with Bar Stock]]></title><description><![CDATA[Creating a heavy-duty table base can be both thrilling and challenging, especially when using 2.5" x 1" bar stock. This project demands...]]></description><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/constructing-a-heavy-duty-table-base-overcoming-epic-challenges-with-bar-stock</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68be11bb3a66668fb16d192b</guid><pubDate>Sun, 07 Sep 2025 23:47:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2c5ef1_b9531b5dd4bf41c3ba3e35851b21c84c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another Raindrop Damasus Chef's Knife Ready to Ship.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Raindrop Damascus Chef's Knife with Stabilized Walnut Scales and Nickel/Silver Pins All Raindrop Damascus Chef's Knives come with a Kydex...]]></description><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/another-raindrop-damasus-chef-s-knife-ready-to-ship</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68b83bcec176792a1eb7a112</guid><pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2025 13:08:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2c5ef1_fc37b54c69184ea39b7c0b5aaae9a195~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_987,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raindrop Damascus Chef's Knife in the Works!  ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just finished 120 layer Billet with 15N20,1084,and 80CRV2 steel.  Holes are drilled, ready to get back to the forge. This is a Custom...]]></description><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/raindrop-damascus-chef-s-knife-in-the-works</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68af7ca0149b6c469a65e04a</guid><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 21:56:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2c5ef1_7d3bb9c67d0941e4b21dde00bca3ad1f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Discover the Best Blacksmithing Classes Nearby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Blacksmithing is an ancient craft that combines art, skill, and metalwork to create beautiful and functional items. Whether you want to...]]></description><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/discover-the-best-blacksmithing-classes-nearby</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ac58494e3cebc8aeb5e8ec</guid><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 23:02:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2c5ef1_800cfa0a39cd48b0a223c135c9517180~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Feather Damascus Hunter with Kydex Sheath Ready to Ship!]]></title><description><![CDATA[15N20 and 1084 Steel with Jimping, G10 Scales , Micarta Pins Purchase at https://www.llforge.com/online-store/Damascus-Hunter-p734586820...]]></description><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/new-feather-damascus-hunter-with-kydex-sheath-ready-to-ship</link><guid isPermaLink="false">689b97f9d81f1e4318a8a67e</guid><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 19:55:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2c5ef1_eaf5e1008d624169b03646faf3cc1ce6~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hand-Hammered Calla Lily Ready to Ship!  Buy online at https://www.llforge.com/online-store/Copper-Calla-Lilly-p436284640  or make your own  by booking LLForge "Hand Hammered Calla Lily" experience.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hand-Hammered Calla Lily ordered from lLForge Shop, ready to ship.  You can also make your own Calla Lily by booking my "Hand-Hammer a...]]></description><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/hand-hammered-calla-lily-ready-to-ship-buy-online-at-https---www-llforge-com-online-store-copper-c</link><guid isPermaLink="false">688ef209b00b0ea0c7456469</guid><pubDate>Sun, 03 Aug 2025 05:31:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2c5ef1_5f919338a86b4b0bb72744e3acdaee15~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[First Friction Folder ready to ship out.    Feather Damascus with Canary Wood.]]></title><description><![CDATA[First Friction Folder, Feather Damascus, with U of M Logo Laser Engraved, and Belt Hook. Feather Damascus Friction Folder with Belt Hook]]></description><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/first-friction-folder-ready-to-ship-out-feather-damascus-with-canary-wood</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6883cdfea885b55f7a91b96a</guid><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2025 18:42:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2c5ef1_b4017e851aa14075a9086ce964daa4a8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA["From Billet to Blade".  Starting with two pieces of 48" long bar stock, 15N20 and 1084 steel Todd forged a billet into 120layer Damascus Knife.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Me, (Mike Bailey) and Todd with his just, hand-forged Damascus knife.  Todd started with two pieces of bar stock 48"long, one 15N20 and...]]></description><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/from-billet-to-blade-starting-with-two-pieces-of-48-long-bar-stock-15n20-and-1084-steel-todd-f</link><guid isPermaLink="false">687bf1887a5bc82a935bf55a</guid><pubDate>Sat, 19 Jul 2025 19:41:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2c5ef1_660585de3df248ef95ee1dc8e859237c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Custom Made RR Spike Knife &#38; Kabar Style Hunter with hand-made leather sheaths ready to ship.  Available at my online store. ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kabar Style Hunting Knife with Hand-Made Leather Sheath &#38; Railroad Spike Knife with a Simple Twist Handle and Hand-Made Leather Sheath...]]></description><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/custom-made-rr-spike-knife-kabar-style-hunter-with-hand-made-leather-sheaths-ready-to-ship-avail</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68717c49e3d13fcb032ce84f</guid><pubDate>Fri, 11 Jul 2025 21:23:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2c5ef1_db755997a0534bbfbda98c85de2de309~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jett, making his first Damascus knife at LLForge "From Billet to Blade" knife-making experience.]]></title><description><![CDATA[You can make your own Damascus knife!  Start with two lengths of 1084 and 15N20 bar stock and forge weld a Damascus billet that will be...]]></description><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/jett-making-his-first-damascus-knife-at-llforge-from-billet-to-blade-knife-making-experience</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6844da1309b196a7b5d3ce49</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Jun 2025 00:38:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/3-op86RiitQ" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Beauty of Handcrafted Knives]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Art of Knife Making Knife making is a blend of art and skill. Each blade tells a story, showcasing its creator's craftsmanship....]]></description><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/custom-order-chef-s-knife-with-a-mirror-finish-snakewood-scales-brass-pins-and-bolster</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68292a220b7f5042f1dc33be</guid><pubDate>Sun, 18 May 2025 00:38:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/it32SaglHHQ?si=ruaYaWLjJHLvIZRo" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Explore Unique Forge and Knife-Making Workshops Choose from Six Immersive Hands-On Experiences.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Visit https://www.llforge.com/learn-to-forge]]></description><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/explore-unique-forge-and-knife-making-workshops-choose-from-six-immersive-hands-on-experiences</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6823dd23345cfad741488835</guid><pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 00:03:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/2c5ef1_12795604456e49d997998391a84b6b30/1080p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Six Unique Forge and Knife-Making experiences to choose from.  Join me at the Forge for your Hands-on Immersive Workshop! Book at https://www.llforge.com/learn-to-forge]]></title><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/six-unique-forge-and-knife-making-experiences-to-choose-from-join-me-at-the-forge-for-your-hands-o</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68204b5109c5c2b0e38a4fc6</guid><pubDate>Sun, 11 May 2025 07:05:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2c5ef1_d8aac3889bcc49d6a9b0be804452f3b8~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Doug &#38; Jen Make Hand Hammered Calla Lilies]]></title><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/doug-jen-make-hand-hammered-calla-lilies</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67da9c845d638fcc1c7ebf33</guid><pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 10:29:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/ajY4YGB6VHw" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mick and I worked together to create a stunning Fireplace Set showcasing #Founders Brewing, #Bells Brewing, and #Avery Brewing Tap Handles.]]></title><description><![CDATA[#Founders Brewing, #Bells Brewing, #Avery Brewing Hand Forged Fireplace Set showcasing Founders, Bell's and Avery Brewing Tap Handles]]></description><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/mick-and-i-worked-together-to-create-a-stunning-fireplace-set-showcasing-founders-brewing-bells-b</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67a4947a5f6fb95ab00dcc61</guid><pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2025 10:54:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2c5ef1_78510eedad3b480a8c4ac44cad189df5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Custom ordered Damascus Hunter with Kydex Sheath, ready for pickup.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Low Layer Damascus with G10 Scales and Kydex Sheath]]></description><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/custom-ordered-damascus-hunter-with-kydex-sheath-ready-for-pickup</link><guid isPermaLink="false">679d3cf5af5a9073dc061cce</guid><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 21:20:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2c5ef1_1014744ff3514909ae02bab3732fa3cf~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raindrops Keep Falling.....from my Forge.  New custom order Raindrop Damascus with African Blackwood Scales and Brass Pins.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Raindrop Damascus Chef's Knife The customer wanted a Raindrop Damascus Paring Knife to go along with this stunning Chef's Knife.  I have...]]></description><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/raindrops-keep-falling-from-my-forge-new-custom-order-raindrop-damascus-with-african-blackwood</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67859b19ed26391c36a1e7c2</guid><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2025 23:12:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://video.wixstatic.com/video/2c5ef1_65367ed3cd7b43d69546e763675d9f8d/1080p/mp4/file.mp4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jake and his son Jordie make a Damascus Cleaver!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jake &#38; his son Jordie]]></description><link>https://mikeb2007.wixsite.com/llforge/post/jake-and-his-son-jordie-make-a-damascus-cleaver</link><guid isPermaLink="false">678473686b1338c63f78557b</guid><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2025 01:59:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/ebgAJI1LJrM?si=EkY3OeW1mTSIQlFc" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>LLForge/Mike Bailey</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>