About

The Blacksmith’s Journal was originally published between August 1990 and April 2010 with monthly editions containing information and projects related to the craft.  That information has now been edited, revised, updated and published in twelve topic specific softbound collections.

Each Collection contains up to 20 projects making it easy to find the work you’re looking for.  You can also find specific projects in our Projects section without having to buy an entire collection. Find what you need, order or download it, and keep the forge burning.

History of the Publication
The Blacksmith’s Journal, created by Jerry Hoffmann, was originally published from August 1990 to April 2010 (issues #0 through issue #231) by Hoffmann Publications, Inc. ISSN #1051 6220.  In 2015 the business was reorganized and referenced under the name J Hoffmann Design, continuing to retain copyright of all intellectual and electronic material relating to the Blacksmith’s Journal publication.