Unique Iron gifts and home decor by toughandtwisted on Etsy

"The Joy of what you do comes from within. But sometimes you must search though hot coals to find it. " That's the job of a Blacksmith Artist.

WHAT IS A BLACKSMITH?
By definition it is A person who hammers hot iron over an anvil to change the shape of the iron or steel he is hammering. Yes that's exactly what we do here! Clark has always been drawn to changing the shape of iron in one way or another. Over the years he has found many ways to do so. From the standard welding and fabrication to now Blacksmithing. This is by far his most favorite way is in FIRE and with a hammer.

HOW DID YOU START?
Almost 23 years ago Clark started like many others. In the welding field fabricating and building things for employers. Over time Clark wanted to branch out on his own and did so using a combination of fabrication and blacksmithing to create large gates, railing, wall hangings, and sculptures for private clients. This was a great gig however contracting wasn't all it was cracked up to be the long hours and time away from family got to be too much and he wanted something more. Something better for his family. At this time his long time friend and mentor helped him learn all he could to make the full transition to Blacksmith. This was that something that would allow him to create more art, the something that would give him time with his family and to show the world blacksmithing is still a living, breathing ,tangible art form.

WHAT DO YOU MAKE?
Our items are primarily hand forged metal, iron and steel, though we are not limited to that. We also offer a line of signage. We have the ability to create items out of, or in combination with: copper, stainless, aluminum, brass, bronze, wood, and rock. From your basic bottle opener to that custom long stemmed rose sculpture. They are unique and custom and can be easily personalized. We carry groomsmen gifts, anything for you iron anniversary, birthday for dad or your lovely mother, what about you sister, aunt, brother, uncle, that dude you work with ect? Obviously you can see we specialize in great gift ideas. But we also carry a great line of household decor including address plates and numbers, family name signs, or kitchen items including hooks and handles.
You can view them all here: www.toughandtwisted.etsy.com Theres something for everyone.

WHO IS IN YOUR SHOP?
Clark is of course the blacksmith and artist of this operation. He designs and creates all the items in the shop. His wife Charola has been by his side for the 20 + years he has been working metal and has always been supportive in his creativity. She manages the customer service aspects as well as designs alot of the iron anniversary gifts in the store, while also running another successful line of signs found here www.ironsigndesign.etsy.com a branch of the studio. And of course there is Drex. The 16 year old blacksmith and artist in training. He was raised in a blacksmith shop and defiantly loves the fact he can be a part of our business by helping dad in the shop or mom in the office. Its amazing to think ALL this is because Clark wanted something better for his family!

**** Here at Tough & Twisted AKA Martinek Art Studio we really enjoy what we do and it shows in our items. As a husband and wife team we have found a place where love, hard work, and patience have really paid off and we want to share it with the world.
Its our goal here to let others know how beautiful iron art can be and help make memories that will last a life time.****
- Clark and Charola

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Coffee cup hook, Under shelf black metal hook, rustic under counter hook, mug holder, coffee bar cabinet

Iron Bowl - 6th Anniversary gift - iron anniversary bowl gift for him - engraved iron key dish - candy dish - rustic manly gift, square bowl

6th Anniversary gift -Iron bowl - iron anniversary bowl gift for him or her - engraved iron jewelry dish - entryway table bowl, candy, round

Personalized engraved fathers day , beer bottle opener gifts for him, husband, dad, boyfriend, iron anniversary gift

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Heart shaped iron jewelry bowl, hand forged metal catch all, personalized message, song lyrics, love quotes for him or her,

Metal Trinket Dish Square Bowl

Cupboard mug hanger, Small spade style hook, simple, key holder, organizer

Iron jewelry gift for her, personalized necklace, 6th anniversary, pendant, 11th year celebration spring pendant

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Catchall Iron Bowl - personalized Retirement gifts - key bowl - housewarming gift - -Employee gifts -Thank you gift - appreciation gift

Personalized Bottle Opener, Hand Forged Wrought Iron, Engraved Beer Opener, Great Gift for Men, Groomsmen, Fathers Day beer gift

Gifts for her- Iron Bowl - candy dish- inspirational -custom bowl - wabi sabi dish - ring dish - candle holder - 6th anniversary - round

6th Anniversary gift , Iron, Traditional wedding anniversary gift, Unique iron gift, iron gift, steel gift

Wrought Iron hooks, blacksmith made, farmhouse decor, decorative wall hooks, coat hooks,

Coffee cup hook, Under shelf black metal hook, rustic under counter hook, mug holder, coffee bar cabinet

Dog leash hook or key holder, small hand forged key hanger, blacksmith, hook, wall hook, jewelry hook, black hooks, farmhouse decor

Rustic coat hook, towel hook, black metal hook, strong hook, iron hook, wall hook, blacksmith made

Extra Large Decorative Wall Hook, Hand forged Black Metal Hook, Iron Hook Made by Blacksmith, Rustic Hook, Utility Hook

Blacksmith hook, Unique home decor, metal hook, iron hook, wall hook, black metal hook, strong back pack hook, set of 3

Set of 3 rustic wall hooks, iron hooks, home decor, blacksmith made hook, decorative metal hook, black metal hook, kitchen hooks, pot rack

DIY Keyhooks , Small iron hooks, key hooks, black metal hooks, steel hooks, blacksmith made, craft room storage

6th Anniversary gift - key dish for husband - entry way decor catchall - trinket dish - rustic manly gift -change dish - square iron bowls

Craft Beer Enthusiast accessories, Bartender bar owner gift, Grillin and Chillin, Patio Bar Grill accessory, Adult party favor Home Brewery

Iron anniversary gift, 6th wedding anniversary gift for him or for her, custom iron sign, heart wall decor for 6 year anniversary

Manly gifts, 6th, 11th anniversary gift Steel, Iron anniversary gift for him, Personalized wrought iron beer bottle opener

Steel key dish trinket bowl- wabi sabi basket - loose change tray - traditional candle holder - lovers initials engraved

Iron Bowl - 6th Anniversary gift - iron anniversary bowl gift for him - engraved iron key dish - candy dish - rustic manly gift, square bowl

6th Anniversary gift -Iron bowl - iron anniversary bowl gift for him or her - engraved iron jewelry dish - entryway table bowl, candy, round

Personalized engraved fathers day , beer bottle opener gifts for him, husband, dad, boyfriend, iron anniversary gift

Decorative metal hook , Gold Leaf Hook blacksmith made, entryway hook, coat hanger, towel hook, rustic wall hook, black metal wall hook

Leaf wall art hook , metal hanger , entryway coat rack

Wrought Iron wall hooks, farmhouse decor, coat hooks, rustic hook, farmhouse coat hook, kitchen, bathroom hook, towel hook

Rustic Farmhouse Rolling Pin display hook, Multiple hook storage

Rustic wall hook, unique hooks, metal coat hook, iron hook, coat hooks, wall hooks set of 3

Rustic wall hook, unique hooks, metal coat hook, iron hook, coat hooks, wall hooks set of 3 stocking hooks

wall hooks, set of 3, iron hooks, blacksmith made, decorative metal hook, black metal hook, Christmas hook, Stocking hook

Single Wall hook, black metal hook, blacksmith hook, wall hook for your coat, coat rack,rustic hook, iron hook, decorative hook

Small iron hooks, key hooks, black metal hooks, steel hooks, blacksmith made

Small spade style hook, simple hook, black hook, key hook, craft hook, DIY key rack

Traditional blacksmith hooks -Set of 4 Handforged Drive Hooks - rustic plant hanger -nail - forged - medieval Viking - barn beam hook

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