LLForge

LLForge Mike Bailey, owner, LLForge, is a History Channel, Forged in Fire finalist. Forge and knife making experiences now booking!
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A blacksmith/bladesmith specializing in hand forged iron, damascus and high carbon steel knives and ornamental black iron. Leprechaun Lair Forge is a small blacksmith shop specializing in hand forged, black iron.

08/22/2026

Step into the forge and make something with your own hands. 🔥⚒️

At LLForge in Shelby, Michigan, our hands-on forge experiences give you the chance to work with real fire, hot steel, hammers, anvils and traditional blacksmithing tools. From railroad-spike knives to custom blades and forged copper projects, you’ll learn the process and leave with something you created yourself.

No experience necessary — just come ready to learn, work and have some fun.

Book your forge experience at **LLForge.com**


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Family forged memories and blades 🔨❤️ — Read how Tony, his two sons, and son-in-law spent a day at LLForge turning railr...
08/05/2026

Family forged memories and blades 🔨❤️ — Read how Tony, his two sons, and son-in-law spent a day at LLForge turning railroad spikes into handcrafted knives with leather sheaths. Short, heartwarming, and full of fire and skill. Read the full story: https://wix.to/LgrD0iE

Hand-forged perfection: explore our Custom Feather Damascus Santoku paired with a Kydex sheath and paddle strop. Built f...
07/30/2026

Hand-forged perfection: explore our Custom Feather Damascus Santoku paired with a Kydex sheath and paddle strop. Built for balance, beauty, and long-term edge care — this piece blends traditional craft with modern function. Read the full behind-the-scenes and craftsmanship details on the blog. https://wix.to/j5XpSmJ

07/30/2026

Just published: Unleashing the Heat — why the new 36-inch fire poker is a must-have for your backyard gatherings. Short, strong, and built to last. Read the quick 1-minute breakdown and see why it’s worth adding to your fire toolkit. https://wix.to/2GhAt3S

A promise kept after 45 years — Jim finally owns the Bowie Knife his father promised him at 16. This heartfelt story of ...
07/25/2026

A promise kept after 45 years — Jim finally owns the Bowie Knife his father promised him at 16. This heartfelt story of love, memory, and legacy shows how objects can carry meaning across generations. Read the full story: https://wix.to/AGPD4tN

07/16/2026

Bring your ideas to life in steel. Our latest blog post walks through how LLForge turns drawings, logos, and even rough sketches into precision plasma-cut signs and metal art — like the custom Garden of Eve sign we recently made. Read the full process, tips for designs, and inspiration for your next project: https://wix.to/1Ucr99v

New from LLForge: Bigfoot Welcome Sign — now available on Amazon! Crafted with precision using our new plasma cutting an...
07/10/2026

New from LLForge: Bigfoot Welcome Sign — now available on Amazon! Crafted with precision using our new plasma cutting and powder coating services for durable, eye-catching yard art. Perfect for porches, cabins, and Bigfoot fans. Read more and grab yours: https://wix.to/ZFuT611

Morning at the Forge — a short, atmospheric look at early hours in the blacksmith’s shop by Mike Bailey. Watch the spark...
07/03/2026

Morning at the Forge — a short, atmospheric look at early hours in the blacksmith’s shop by Mike Bailey. Watch the sparks fly and hear the rhythm of the hammer in this peaceful, powerful clip. Read more and watch: https://wix.to/Eww5wQE

New blog post: Embracing Creativity — Summer Mornings at the Forge 🌅Step into a peaceful morning at the forge with Mick ...
07/01/2026

New blog post: Embracing Creativity — Summer Mornings at the Forge 🌅

Step into a peaceful morning at the forge with Mick as he crafts a Custom Raindrop Damascus chef’s knife. From golden light to the rhythmic clink of tools, this short read captures the calm and inspiration behind every blade. Read more: https://wix.to/nJX0thV

Four custom knives, built to order — a matched set blending chef’s precision with rugged field durability. Mike Bailey w...
06/14/2026

Four custom knives, built to order — a matched set blending chef’s precision with rugged field durability. Mike Bailey walks through the choices in steel, handle materials, and design that made this commission special. Read the full story and see close-ups of each piece: https://wix.to/ccGnzzA

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1711 E Zimmer Road
Shelby, MI
49455

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