Sunday, 17 June 2012

Birth of Scarlet the Forge Part 3


Filling in with bricks

Space left around the air pipe (tuyere) for the fire to be built

I have said it once and will say it again: Isn't she beautiful



the air gate or valve which regulates the air flow.  It needs a bit of work.

Adding the coke dust to build the hearth.

Excitement builds



The hole is filled




Wednesday, 13 June 2012

More Snaps from the Birth of Scarlet

It is hard not to communicate in metaphors in the making of this first forge who has a name - Scarlet, due to her red legs - and a gender.  She is beautiful!  We are all very proud!

Oh, the wailing!

The adding of the air pipe 


Beauty in making!

Attaching the lungs ( blower )

a very tiring but satisfying experience