Foldforming
Foldforming Tools
Foldforming is a metalworking technique developed by Charles Lewton-Brain, known for creating three-dimensional forms through a combination of folding, forging, annealing, and unfolding metal sheets.
🛠️ Essential Tools for Foldforming:
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Cross-peen Hammer
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Forging Hammers
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Anvil or Steel Bench Block
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Torch (for annealing metal)
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Jeweler’s Pliers & Tongs
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Pickle Pot & Safety Equipment (gloves, glasses, etc.)
Foldforming Resources
Foldforming is a metalworking technique developed by Charles Lewton-Brain, known for creating three-dimensional forms through a combination of folding, forging, annealing, and unfolding metal sheets.
📚Books and videos
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Foldforming by Charles Lewton-Brain (definitive book, considered essential)
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Metals Technic by Tim McCreight
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Contains a chapter on foldforming by Charles Lewton-Brain, alongside other metalsmithing techniques.
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Rio Grande’s Foldforming Videos
- Ganoksin (The Orchid Forum)
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Charles Lewton-Brain Official YouTube Channel
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Brain Press (Charles Lewton-Brain’s Official Website)
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Articles, resources, and book sales:
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Interweave Jewelry
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Tutorials and project ideas for beginners and advanced artisans:
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