The Craft & The Maker

The Craft

My journey into knapping began during lockdown while living in the United States. With time, space, and access to exceptional materials, I became absorbed in the ancient process of shaping stone by hand. Obsidian quickly became my preferred medium — sharp, unforgiving, and endlessly expressive. Alongside it, I worked with materials such as Georgetown flint and Keokuk chert, honing my craft day after day.

What began as a personal practice soon grew into something more. My knives and arrows became best sellers on Etsy, collected by people who valued handmade tools with a connection to history.

After moving to the UK, knapping returned to being a quieter, more personal pursuit. Today, I create without pressure or production schedules — making pieces when inspiration strikes, and releasing them as and when I choose. Every item offered is the result of that freedom.

Materials & Method

I work with a carefully selected range of obsidian and flint, sourced from the UK, Mexico and the United States. Some varieties are common, others rare or exclusive. Each stone has its own character, and no two pieces are ever the same.

Blades are made using the flake-over-grind method — a demanding technique that blends modern tools with traditional flintknapping. Every blade is free-formed, shaped intuitively rather than to a fixed template, allowing the stone itself to dictate the final form.

Handles are never planned in advance. Only once the blade is finished do I select the materials that best complement it, ensuring balance and harmony between stone and handle.

Handles & Assembly

Handles are made from a range of natural materials, including:

  • Horn

  • Bone

  • Hardwoods

  • Wild woods such as blackthorn and tamarisk

All components are set using traditional homemade pine pitch, sinew and hide glue a method used for thousands of years. This approach not only honours historic craftsmanship, but creates a living connection between materials, maker, and purpose.

One of a Kind

Each piece is entirely unique — These are not mass-produced items. They are display pieces, rooted in tradition, made to be admired and appreciated.