The bench is for a special memorial garden. It is forged from steel and uses recycled material for the seat.
A Maker who has been a valued part of this community for several years.
Customers say that this Maker ships promptly after completing a project.
This Maker has consistently demonstrated excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.
Having started blacksmithing in 1978, I have developed a wide ranging and extensive portfolio. I am best known for my lamps with blown glass shades, but also make funcitonal work for the kitchen, bath and home in general. I also forge railings.
My personal style is organic in nature, but I enjoy working with clients to develop pieces that reflect their personality and interests, no matter the style.
Brenda Wilkinson
For Brenda's pierced armillary chandlierAbsolutely wonderful experience! Roberta of The Velvet Hammer is extremely talented and easy to work with!
Scott Waxman
For Custom Wrought Iron Kitchen Sink Drying RackCommunication with Roberta was great and she listened carefully to my requests. Together, we created the perfect piece for my needs. I'm very happy with it.
Peter Bissell
For heavy duty fireplace grateI am 100% delighted with the fireplace grate that Roberta Elliott made for me. It is large enough and heavy enough and just exactly what I wanted. The price was very reasonable. I highly recommend this very skilled blacksmith! AAA++++
Anja Kola
For Metal sculptural stands/holders to display agate slices and three lines of information.Roberta is professional, communicative and lovely to work with--will work with her again happily!
Amanda Marx
For Fireplace ScreenMy fireplace screen turned out so beautifully! It looks EXACTLY like my inspiration photo based on a restoration hardware style design, but made exactly to the size of my fireplace opening. Roberta was great to work with and I'd use her again in a heartbeat!!
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