Blacksmithing- Making a cat figurine (from angle iron)

[@lisets.blacksmith]

Hi Torbjörn. I am Elizaveta Polikashina. I accidentally saw your video and I want to say that I am very pleased to see my name in the description of the video. The cat turned out great!

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you so much! I saw pictures of your animals about a year ago, and they stuck to my mind, and when we got the kittens I thought it would be a great time to try something along the same concept. I think you have balanced the amount of detail perfectly together with simple lines. Less is more so to speak! :) I might have added too much detail but I'm quite pleased anyway.

[@tullydj2]

Hi Elizaveta, Where can we find images of your work?

[@RobertFay]

@@tullydj2 *Try **www.google.com/search?q=steel+animals+made+by+Elizaveta+Polikashina** AND **swisscows.com/web?query=steel%20animals%20made%20by%20Elizaveta%20Polikashina*

[@ПрокопенковАлександр-в6б]

@@torbjornahman "Меньше-значит больше"-все гениальное-просто.Всегда наслаждаюсь Вашими роликами.Успехов Вам!

[@babuchandrakumarc1386]

Thank you Eliz

[@BlackBearForge]

There is nothing not to love about this video. Great tool making, new kittens that seem right at home plus a great project that brings a smile to a childs face. Thank you for sharing.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you so much John!!

[@MrROBERTJA]

The skill in making the tail from a piece of angle was awesome .The delight in your daughters face was fabulous.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks!!

[@ncm55449]

Those things are filled with sentiment, and memories. Everyone will remember the time, the kittens, and the happiness that is now and will be with them. That piece of art will go with your child forever, and they will always remember you and the love you had for them....I admire your skill, commitment, and thoughtfulness. It made me shed a tear. We need more of this in today's world! Bless you.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you!!!

[@GreenShortzDIY]

I love your attention to detail...the tail bend, the flat spot below the cat nose, matching the finish, the precision of the stamp...all reasons why I watch every one of your videos. Nice to see your kids getting an intro to your craft.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you!

[@scottvercuski8993]

I'm allergic to cats so this one would be perfect for me !!!! adorable blacksmith in training too !!! proud dad moment :)

[@torbjornahman]

Yes! Thanks

[@JohnnyBooi]

How did you comment from 1 day ago when the video isnt even 1 day old?

[@Katniss218]

@@JohnnyBooi Probably patreon

[@xpato_owo]

F

[@asvarien]

I wouldn't care if I was allergic to cats, I just live with taking antihistimines forever. I love my cats too much to be without them.

[@robertsarosi9263]

That's the cutest steel cat I've ever seen...

[@tomcarlson3244]

Very nice project. Great eye punch and wonderful happy little girl after a surprise present from her father. Wonderful to watch.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks Tom!

[@jacobdegeling]

Not for the first time I am reminded that blacksmithing, of all the crafts, is a form of magic. Thank you.

[@theYeti1000]

Very good to see your daughter getting involved in blacksmithing. We need to see more ladies doing blacksmithing. Keep encouraging her. 👍

[@haakmeer]

wow another perfect piece of art, and what nice kittens, and a proud father

[@kirstenwhitworth8079]

I am so pleased to see this video, not only because of your excellent work, but because your child was helping you in the smithy. My fondest memories of my father are of the hours and hours we spent in his workshop - almost always in silence. Either I helped him with his projects or we worked together on separate projects. He taught me so many skills. I cherish those memories now that he is gone, and to this day I love watching videos of KZbin makers - probably because of those hours I spent with my dad. Thank you so very much.

[@torbjornahman]

Wow Kirsten, that almost brought a tear to my eye. Thanks

[@alessiovanni3]

Absolutely one of the best video you' ve ever done ! I would call it " emotional blacksmithing ".All my esteem !

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you!!

[@solarhawk77]

I don't know when my heart melted the most, getting the kittens, them playing, the hot in your kids' faces, your daughter helping, you giving the steel cat to her... it was all adorable, thank you for sharing this with us!

[@torbjornahman]

You are so kind, thanks!

[@Kate_Fyria]

Those little kittens are literally the cutest things I've seen in a while!

[@petercowell2051]

What a lovely ornament and workmanship. I love the way you involve your children.

[@alanharney5278]

It's good to get the young ones into the shop. My apprentice is my 6 year old granddaughter. She likes to sweep the floor, paint stuff, and hit things with a hammer. Frequently my fingers. Great work, TA.

[@AdirondackRuby]

It warms my heart to see your children involved in your projects.

[@luisenriquemunoz8793]

Ok, it's a video with Torbjörn's blacksmithing AND kittens, what could go wrong? Instalike for sure 😻😻

[@waedi73]

Watching a 18 minutes cat video to the end ! What a life ! Cats and kids at home, all the time to enjoy for yourself, all the blacksmithing work will be done by the children and the cats get the food from the gras field ! Everything works fine !

[@torbjornahman]

:-)

[@ericcartrette6118]

Today we get two projects in one! That's a really nice stamp. The cat is great. I love the family touches you put into your videos. Your children are adorable. You could be training up the next great blacksmith/artist there.

[@gerry343]

Your videos are an example to all KZbinrs- beautiful camerawork to show exactly what you are doing, no unnecessary commentary and no intrusive 'music' ! You are also a fine blacksmith, with an artistic side.

[@torbjornahman]

Wow, thank you!

[@Димаш77]

Как приятно смотреть когда отец учит своё дитя , он вырастит и всю жизнь будет рад чему его научил папа ... счастья вам.👍👍👍👍👍спасибо за вашу работу .

[@gilturner7464]

Those Kittens just hit the lotto, Long happy lives for those two.

[@leontheferocious]

The kiddo’s were such a great addition to this video. Thanks for posting. This is the first of yours I’ve seen. I’m impressed not only by the quality editing and content, but by the wholesome feeling that makes me want to smile after watching it. Keep up the good work!

[@torbjornahman]

You are so kind. Thank you!

[@lovejcdc]

That was the most touching and special video I have seen and still involved blacksmithing. You sir are a great dad and I hope you're children always remember what a great father they have. God bless

[@torbjornahman]

Wow, thank you

[@tipfox9212]

When I read the title I couldn't even imagine how that would go. It turned out awesome ! I love cats ;-)

[@JohnSmith-ud9ex]

Every blister, every ache, every lesson from failure, every single hammer blow so profoundly worth those few seconds of utter joy from your daughters reaction and smile. A lesson that the world would do well to relearn. Thank you for the smile Torbjörn.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks!

[@VcntyPrxy]

legit my favourite videos on youtube. always excited when these get uploaded

[@torbjornahman]

Wow, thanks!!

[@BCM1959]

👍me too. We know it's going to be a quality build and video and sometimes we get a surprise bonus like the kids.

[@jtjones73]

Ah thank you Torborn! This is the kind of video that I can just relax and watch without all the craziness of my country.

[@danielson1989]

Absolutely amazing. The kittens are adorable. Top video once again!

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks!

[@NadikaNadja]

This is such a "open for surprise" video. Lovely the kittens, lovely the figurine, lovely the everything

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you so much!

[@shortfuse43]

That little angle iron cat is the "cat's meow"...very cute. Gotta make one for a friend who has cats.

[@maknifeandrods7701]

I'm Sorry but is your life as peaceful as shown in your videos. Watching you work just puts a calmness over me. you make such beautiful pieces no mater how simple or complex they are. then seeing you out in the yard or canning and any of the other wonderful things you do is so nice and calming. thank you for sharing.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks! No, it's probably not the "whole picture"... :)

[@gringott286]

- Папа, хотим котят. - сказали дети. - Нет проблем! - сказал отец, взял кусок железа, несколько молотков - и пошел в кузницу. :)

[@RonMexico5174]

Ah yes i understand

[@bmx4free]

Ron Mexico - Dad, we want kittens. - said the kids - No problem! - said the father, taking a piece of metal, a couple hammers - and went to the forge. :)

[@raikbusse7697]

Papa, wir wollen Kätzchen. - sagten die Kinder. Kein Problem! - sagte der Vater, nahm ein Stück Eisen, ein paar Hämmer - und ging in die Schmiede. :)

[@RonMexico5174]

@@bmx4free thanks man

[@davidetew5258]

Your videos with your children always make me smile!

[@andreasheij]

Who needs a power hammer with a help like that? :-D

[@stevepuyear2738]

WOW! Watching you work metal is like watching a master fly tier tie size 18 dry flies with a magnifying glass...blows me away!

[@ShapingSilver]

"Everybody wants to be a cat, Because a cat's the only cat who knows where it's at!" Nicest cat eye punch I ever saw! ;-)

[@Regdiggs]

Theres no greater joy than seeing your children smile and there's no doubt yours loved that cat. Good job.

[@AliIskenderov]

)))) Вы Гений мастер ..ваши котики самые лучшие

[@ilnarsalahov8622]

Сам в очках, ребенок нет! Точно гений!

[@janelleanderson6744]

I got completely sucked in by the procedure, the measured pace, the kiddos and kitties! Thank you! Beautiful.

[@janelleanderson6744]

:)

[@kotovsk66]

She will be pleased to see herself in fifty years and remember those emotions ..

[@wayneshirey6999]

Nice cat. Nice kittens. And it's always good to see a craftsman take on an apprentice.

[@stupidsignals2363]

Your children would be proud on their Dad.

[@nobody-ly9ef]

I am thoroughly impressed......I kept thinking in the beginning, "I don't know what he is making, but that isn't a piece of angle iron", and later thinking, "He makes this project look too easy". Thank you for the excellent video, for there is something great about watching an expert working with superior skill.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you very much!

[@MrPnew1]

7:38 Awww how cute are those kittens ? ? :) Oh that's right, fantastic skills you have Torbjorn, another great video

[@targetdreamer257]

Oh My Gosh that is so adorable! I love how he had his daughter help him. That is something that she will always have and cherish because it is form her dad and she helped make it.

[@Rinat928]

Вам не сложно переводить мои комментарии? Как хорошо что сын умеет держать молот. Котята отличные, в России такие же, с похожим поведением. Вероятно кошки везде одинаковые. Железный котёнок выглядит здорово. Вот только сделайте вертикальные зрачки в его глазах.

[@Karikk_]

Дочь)

[@Eshkinckot]

Это дочка его)

[@xlebysss]

да, - зрачки можно было выбить маленьким зубилом. было бы интереснее и более по кошачьи )))

[@ernestochaveznuno2689]

I love that there is only the tools sound, no background music, no talking, just, tools sound. Very nice pice, 🐱 my respect for your knowledge, years of working ⚒🙂👍

[@EclecticAlien98]

He's very cute! The kitty, I mean. But Torbjorn isn't so bad either 😉 haha

[@Dullrig]

it's incredible how much dedication and work is put into just creating a press for the eyes.

[@ПоливановВладимир]

Добрый день! Змечательное исполнение! У вас есть способность к творчеству!

[@margaretcarter517]

What a lovely video, a lovely piece, and lovely children/father moments. Such artistry and love. Thank you 🙏

[@clydebalcom8252]

I love cats, and that figurine is the cat's meow.

[@_bodgie]

Beautiful kittens, the kids seem pretty pleased with them too. A nice simple, yet elegant piece, cat people everywhere would probably like one.

[@BeachsideHank]

If I were 65 years younger, I'd ask you to adopt me. ☺

[@mage8838]

Your striker showed some impressive skill. A great teacher and Smith. Glad you showed the safety precautions with hearing protection. Excellent job.

[@ricardogava1604]

Man, just to warn you... Make or buy a sisal scratching pole before the cats find the sofa.

[@youstubers5722]

Your videos always make the world a better place. Best form of recycling ever! Also nice to see the family involved. Gives them perspective and skills very few people will ever enjoy.

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you!

[@GFSwinger1693]

The fact that you used the oxidize metal is briliant as it gave the whole piece a unique texture.

[@PeopleAlreadyDidThis]

17:14-17:51 should define the world. Thanks for defining a small corner with intelligence, grace, artistry, skill, and love. My life with cats began when I was 8, in spite of my dad’s objections to a kitten in the house. That cat was my companion through childhood, youth, young adulthood and into the early years of my marriage-almost 20 years. Our present cats are now 13, litter mates who still nap together like your new kittens. One is diabetic, needs insulin injections morning and night. Worth it? Absolutely. They bring us joy. I’m certain yours will bring lasting joy to your children, too.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks!!

[@niklar55]

Kids and kittens...Both delightful to watch! An Owl is also possible in the same manner.

[@BruceBoschek]

This wonderful video brought such a joy to my wife and me this evening, we want to thank you very sincerely. This video is one of the most delightful impressions we have had in years.

[@torbjornahman]

That's fantastic to hear! Thank you.

[@MrDukaman]

It’s so nice to see the kids getting into forging. 👍👍⚒🔥

[@sashamirzayans8465]

Not only are you a master, but a good family man!

[@AndrewWheeler1]

Gorgeous work. Making the punch for the eyes was simply fantastic.

[@marbles430]

Awesome work and technique belying the skill involved. The memories we make with our children last a lifetime in both our and our children's memories.

[@tullydj2]

The eye punch was crafted with perfection. Thanks for showing that technique.

[@romandybala]

That is one of the most beautiful vids I have seen. So loving that you share it with your child. What a beautiful gift.

[@judbyry]

You're a beautiful person Torb, and wonderful father by the looks of it. Keep up the great vids.

[@matfry2310]

I said this before on another video but letting your kid be apart of your craft is awesome I’m sure he will remember it forever.

[@ironhammer3734]

That is a great little project, and I like your ingenuity to hold the stamp quite impressive. But the looks on your children's faces spectacular. It's not hard to see what a loving family you have, blessings to you all.

[@heardashot]

That was Purrrrrfect!!!! Great video! Lovely seeing the kid involved! Thank you T...

[@Dominic.Minischetti]

Ok, so I would never have thought a blacksmithing video would have brought tears to my eyes! The love you have for your children is so beautiful! Your daughter did an amazing job helping you and as always you produced a work of art, I just knew you were going to give it to her! Everything about this video warmed my heart! Thanks for sharing this my friend, you made my day!

[@torbjornahman]

You are so kind, thank you!

[@Bobzorzz]

Blacksmiths and dotes on cats! What could be better?!? Great work.

[@davidhayes6891]

Certain to become an heirloom. I can imagine your daughter telling her children about it one day. Thank you once again for the inspiring project; now off to my forge!

[@ratroddiesels1981]

we enjoyed your presentation . that piece could be displayed in a museum .

[@torbjornahman]

You're right there is something Egyptian about it :) :)

[@WsFood]

You're good with your hands. It's great to see someone who can make things like this.👍

[@M0HMD]

I saw most of your amazing job, but this clip you did an outstanding piece and don’t forget to thank little angel for helping you. God bless you all

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you so much!

[@BrianDaleNeeley]

When I first saw this pop up, I was: "Awesome, a Torbjörn video, and he is making a cat (I love cats)." And then I start watching it, and you have one of your kids helping in the shop, which is again awesomeness added; and then there are kittens! A fantastic video, full of special moments. All I am left to wonder is will the kittens grow to become shop cats?

[@torbjornahman]

Thank you!

[@bryna7]

I love people that care about animals.

[@Sato-Toshio]

子供たちの愛らしさ、猫のかわいらしさ、確かな技術に裏打ちされた力強い鍛冶作業、持ち味の質素で端正、かつ繊細な作品と、スウェーデンの美しい風景が渾然一体となった素晴らしい映像だと思います。

[@DJZander303]

Your kid made my heart melt beautiful seeing a father and child share something

[@AminulIslam-cp7ei]

It's a cute little kitten. I like it how a craftsman turns a simple piece of angle iron into a lively kitten. Praise worthy : )

[@nikolaijerrard867]

I loved the intermission with the cats playing!

[@jamesbarisitz4794]

Best striker in training! And some very cool kitties. The metal one turned out excellent. 👍

[@marcusmlinsky546]

Es ist erstaunlich das ein solches Video mehr Unterhaltungswert hat wie das abendliche Fernsehprogramm 👍

[@torbjornahman]

Danke schön marcus!

[@Doctor26yt]

Excellent craftsmanship, even better fatherhood!

[@axelfure]

Came here for blacksmithing and got adorable kittens. Amazing video.

[@frisbeephil]

Outstanding as always. Turning raw products into life.

[@nelsonstree436]

I really like that you clean the scale off instead of hammering it in to the peice like everyone else

[@Martyr217]

This reminds me of when my dad brought me on sight with him when I was about the same age. I'm pretty sure this is the sort of thing that inspires younger generations even when they don't know it. Now I'm a Civil Engineer finishing University.

[@gonzalotorres9384]

I could never imagine something so beautiful can be made out of angle iron. Outstanding. Greetins from Argentina

[@shortfuse43]

I was so impressed with the beauty and simplicity of the cats, that I made two for some friends. I found, however, another method or sequence in the forging that worked easier for me. I did all the cutting out of the head and waist, the eyes, nose and whiskers on the vise BEFORE separating and forming the tail. It was MUCH easier to clamp in the vise and do all that without the tail in the way, then I quickly cut out and formed the tail and feet.

[@torbjornahman]

Thanks! Whatever works best!!

[@dmitrijsokolov1859]

This is an art, not a craft. Bravo!

[@sandrobahry2558]

Beautiful dad - blacksmith job. Your children are adorable too!

[@frick566]

Great to see a Thunderbear cub in action!!

[@josuelservin]

Just the perfect combination of cuteness and inspiration I needed to start this day! Thank you!

[@mikeboone4425]

Does the heart good to see the young one helping out it does brings back great memories . Happy trails