For years, I’ve admired my YouTube heroes transforming raw steel into works of art. As a professional Product Designer, I’m always drawn to new projects and ideas, and I’ve come to deeply value the craft of true artisanship. In today’s world of automation and efficiency, I believe there’s never been a better time to slow down and celebrate the beauty of the handmade.

Curiosity has always been the engine of my work. As a product designer and engineer, I’ve spent years exploring new processes and technologies. But when I discovered the world of blacksmithing, something clicked. Watching skilled smiths transform raw steel into functional art sparked a fire I couldn’t ignore.

In 2020, right in the middle of the pandemic, I decided to take the plunge. My first attempt at forging was a complete disaster—but it lit the spark that turned into a full-blown passion. Since then, I’ve been on a relentless journey to master the forge.

Today, I specialize in crafting blades—kitchen knives, hunting knives, outdoor tools—but I never stop exploring the wider world of smithing. To truly understand the craft, I even built most of my own equipment: the forge, the grinders, the heat-treating oven, and the hydraulic press. Creating the tools became part of creating myself as a maker.

Every piece I forge is a balance between design and durability, tradition and innovation. While I don’t work on strict commissions, I do welcome collaboration. Clients can help shape their knife by choosing materials, scale, and overall feel—while I ensure the design remains true to my vision. The result: blades that are as personal as they are timeless.

Sjors Welter