Railroad Spike Knife
Start with a real railroad spike and turn it into a knife. A good first project for someone who’s never swung a hammer at an anvil.
CHRISTMAS AT THE FORGE · FESTUS, MISSOURI
Christmas experience gifts near St. Louis
Give someone a turn at the anvil. At Hammer & Hearth, they’ll work hot steel with Thomas and take home a piece they made themselves.
Shop blacksmithing gift cards
Physical gift cards by mail · Beginner-friendly classes · From $150
PICK THEIR PROJECT
What will they make?
Spike Knife + Leather Sheath
After forging their knife, they’ll make a leather sheath to carry it home in.
Viking Axe + Leather Mask
They’ll forge a Viking-style hatchet and make a fitted leather cover for the edge.
How the gift works
- Choose a class on the gift card product page.
- We mail a physical gift card to the shipping address you enter at checkout.
- The recipient reserves a class online and brings the card to redeem it.
Shopping for a partner, parent, or friend? Give them a spot and book one for yourself so you can make something together.
Before you order
Do they need blacksmithing experience?
No. Thomas walks beginners through the project from the first heat to the finishing touches.
Where are the classes?
Hammer & Hearth teaches in Festus, Missouri, south of St. Louis.
Will my card arrive before Christmas?
If you’re ordering close to Christmas, contact Thomas before checkout to ask about mailing time.