Today we’d like to introduce you to Tymon Teichroeb.
Hi Tymon, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
I started blacksmithing back in 2007. I was about 13 years old when a friend and his dad took me along to a renaissance fair where they did Blacksmithing demonstrations. The first time I picked up a hammer to learn was in front of a crowd of 20-30 people. I guess you could say I got a trial by fire. After that I learned as much as I could about metal working. A few years later I started selling some of my forged work at different local events like renaissance fairs and farmers markets.
I became a welder by trade back in 2016 and learned fabrication along with expanding my welding skills.
Over the years I’ve also gained more than 10 years of experience in construction and installation, including fencing, roofing, drywall and concrete. Working with different materials and learning the skills needed to take projects from fabrication through installation. Today, that experience also allows me to offer a variety of fencing services along with blacksmithing and fabrication.
In 2023 I decided that I wanted to make a career for myself out of combining modern fabrication with old world blacksmithing techniques. My goal is to build cool stuff and support my family while doing it.
While chasing this dream I’ve met a lot of really creative people, and I’ve been trusted with the opportunity to turn their ideas into real life ironwork.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
There have been a lot of ups and downs along the way. Being asked to do projects that I’ve never done have really allowed me to grow as an artist and a tradesman.
Another thing that has been a hurdle for me is learning the office side of running a business. It was completely new to me and it showed me just how much work goes into something like this.
This is a constant learning process and I’m sure I will continue to run into learning curves along the way, but I’m confident that with the help of mentors and the people around me I’ll be able to continue to move forward
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I run a custom fabrication and fence installation business specializing in ornamental metalwork and blacksmithing. We’re best known for our ornamental gates.
There are plenty of gate makers and fabrication shops out there, but what sets my work apart is the old-world metalworking I bring to each design. I enjoy taking something as practical as a gate and turning it into a one-of-a-kind piece of art.
Do you have any advice for those just starting out?
My advice to anyone starting out is simple: learn as much as you can and surround yourself with knowledgeable people who are willing to mentor you. Don’t get too discouraged by setbacks. That’s all they are—setbacks. Keep pushing through, and you’ll usually find a way forward.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.doublettfabandforge.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doublettforge?vrfl=d216eGtmeG9nZ2pr
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557519363966
