The Art of Making.
NGKnives was born not from a business plan, but from survival.
This journey started with a man who was broken, caught in the silent storm of suicidal ideation, wearing the mask that so many do. He still showed up to work, still put on his boots, but inside, he was barely hanging on. Blacksmithing became the one thing that kept him going. Forging steel was his therapy in disguise, a place to channel the pain, process the weight, and begin to rebuild.
From that fire, NGKnives was created - not just as a workshop, but as a space for connection, honesty, and healing. We’ve come to understand that being able to show up every day doesn’t mean someone is okay. We know what it looks like to be quietly struggling. And that’s why we do what we do.
Whether you come to us by choice or via a gift from a loved one, or just to be in a place where you’re seen and understood you are welcome here. This is more than a business. It’s a safe space. Its purpose. It’s proof that even broken things can be forged into something strong and lasting.
You can sit with us.
NGKnives: The Art of Making
is Australia’s leading hub for knifemaking, blacksmithing, and hands-on maker experiences.
“Never have I felt so alive in awhile. The knife making blacksmithing class with Nick has opened my eyes to knife creation derived from grit, sweat and pure hard work. Nick is knowledgeable, wise and fun to learn from and I’d highly recommend anyone interested to try it out. Our little group made 3 knives in total, and we enjoyed every bit of the journey.”.
We deliver professionally run, hands-on experiences led by skilled makers, offering everything from foundational bladesmithing to specialised pop-up workshops across a range of heat-based art mediums.
Whether you’re brand new or looking to refine your skills, our workshops are built to educate, inspire, and deliver something you can take pride in.
“I had a great time making my knife from scratch. Nick is a great teacher lots of laughter full of information and confidence building in an ability I did not think I was capable of performing. I would recommend this business to everyone. I would definitely be a return customer. The is for a great experience”.
No experience needed.
No mass-produced kit.
No “that’ll do” energy.
Just fire, steel, tools, and a finished tool you made with your own hands.
A flagship, one-on-one bladesmithing experience for those seeking the highest level of craftsmanship.
Three-Day Intensive Damascus Workshop
“If I could give this 6 stars I would! Nick is such a great teacher and ensures he takes the time to teach the techniques required in a way that is easy to understand, no matter the skill level. I’ll be returning to do another class 100%”.
There is no glass ceiling in our forge and no one to compete with. Mistakes don’t exist here; only learning, refinement, and progress.
Every class is taught at your pace, and you will never leave without a completed tool you’re proud of. The only limit is your willingness to learn.
Give the Gift of the Forge.
“Thank you so much! I got the beginner blacksmith workshop: Celtic Knife for my boyfriend as a birthday gift and he love it so much! The instructors were wonderful and really took their time to explain everything. From what I heard, the people their truly seem to value what they do and how they teach. Very glad to have done this. Would go again!”.
NGKnives is Australia’s leading bladesmithing and blacksmithing workshop, based in Gatton, QLD, welcoming both novice and experienced makers from across the country.
From introductory classes through to advanced Damascus experiences, our expert instruction and fully equipped forge make us the destination for real craft.
You have a seat at our table. You’ve had one the whole time.
