Fold Forming

[Lindyloo]

I have recently read about the art of fold forming with metal. I am keen to give it a go. Has anyone tried it? Any tips or references? I haven't invested in a rolling mill yet, and with a tight budget, am interested in the new inexpensive one at CG. My question is, do I need to consider a particular depth of metal that a mill can take?

[Ominicci]

You don't need a rolling mill for foldforming necessarily, but I think it would be better to practice with copper first. Have a look here (I do often as I haven't the courage to try it yet!) FoldForming

[EmmaRose]

Charles Lewton-Brain is the foremost authority on fold forming indeed!
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[Lindyloo]

Thanks for the references. Good advice to start with copper. Let me know if you get enough courage to have a go. Would love to see the results.

[Solunar Silver Studio]

I've ignored this thread for days because I have no idea what fold forming is...
But I've just looked at your link Ominicci...MY GOD!...that is fantastic...How on earth do they do that??????!!!!
Barbara

[AlexandraBuckle]

Wow! What Barbara said! Pretty cool stuff on that link.