The 19th Annual Western Loudoun Art & Studio Tour

WLAST

Friday, Saturday, Sunday, June 5, 6 & 7, 2026

10:00am - 5:00pm NOTE: Not all studios open on Friday, June 5
© Greg Metzler

Greg Metzler

Metalwork

Tour stop open Saturday and Sunday
Creek Hollow Forge
38570 Cassia Lane
Lovettsville, 20180

- Wheelchair-friendly -
Stop #9 Catoctin Region Cluster

Artist's Statement

Creek Hollow Forge is a full-featured, traditional blacksmith shop that specializes in decorative, hand-forged metal work. The Forge’s blacksmith, Greg Metzler, is formally trained in artisan metalwork and has over 10 years of experience. Greg’s focus is on functional, artistic items such as pot racks, fireplace tools, trivets, utensils, knives, garden-related items and custom gifts - all blend artistic form with function. If you have a special project, we’d be happy to discuss it with you. Custom orders are welcome.

© Greg Metzler | Hand-forged wine bottle holders | image copyright protected
Hand-forged wine bottle holders
These make great hostess gifts. Bring a bottle of wine and one of these to your favorite party.
Hand-forged Steel
© Greg Metzler | Hand-forged  Garden Light -  Wine Glass Holder | image copyright protected
Hand-forged Garden Light - Wine Glass Holder
These hand-forged garden lights hold mason jelly jars for votives, or as many of our clients do, you can use them to hold wine glasses. They can be custom sized so you can use them next to your favorite beach chair.
Hand-forged Steel
© Greg Metzler | Hand-forged Fire Poker | image copyright protected
Hand-forged Fire Poker
Hand-forged fire pokers can be customized by style and size.
Hand-forged Steel
© Greg Metzler | Hand-forged Trivet | image copyright protected
Hand-forged Trivet
This hand-forged trivet is made from a single piece of mild steel. Custom sizes and alternative designs are available.
Hand-forged Steel
© Greg Metzler | Hand-forged Coat Rack | image copyright protected
Hand-forged Coat Rack
Coat racks can be made in any length with hooks of any style. This particular style is more modern, but works equally well in an Arts and Crafts style-home or something more modern. The holes are punched (not drilled) to allow for mounting using screws into studs 16 inches on center. Custom sizes ok.
Hand-forged Steel
© Greg Metzler | Hand-forged  Christmas Stocking Hangers | image copyright protected
Hand-forged Christmas Stocking Hangers
These hand-forged stocking hangers' unique design allows you to hang a stocking from a fireplace mantle without having to drill holes. The weight of the stocking (whether full or empty) keeps the hanger in place.
Hand-forged Steel
© Greg Metzler | Hand-forged  Cheese Slicer | image copyright protected
Hand-forged Cheese Slicer
This piece is hand forged from 3/8 inch mild steel. Stainless steel wire is used to provide a long-lasting, corrosion-free cheese slicer.
Hand-forged Steel
© Greg Metzler | Selection of hand forged knives | image copyright protected
Selection of hand forged knives
Hand-forged knives of various styles. We custom forge and are formally trained in knife making and most importantly, heat treatment.
Hand-forged tool steel
© Greg Metzler | Hand-forged  Dough Bowl Stand | image copyright protected
Hand-forged Dough Bowl Stand
This piece is custom made to fit an antique wooden dough bowl. The advantage of having something hand-forged is it can be tailored to your needs.
Hand-forged Steel
© Greg Metzler | Hand-forged Towel Ring | image copyright protected
Hand-forged Towel Ring
This hand-forged towel ring is styled to fit into both modern and more traditional decors.
Hand-forged Steel


Available from this artist:
Hand-forged metal work to include decorative items, kitchen ware, hardware (latches, hinges, etc), coat racks, pot racks, and furniture items.

Tour stop open Saturday and Sunday

Catoctin Region Cluster Stop #9

Get directions:

Creek Hollow Forge
38570 Cassia Lane
Lovettsville, 20180

from Google Maps (opens new window) or Apple Maps (opens new window).

Additional notes on the directions:

Turn down the farm lane that will be marked with signs for "Creek Hollow Forge" The blacksmith shop is in the large brown barn on the right. Please park in the marked lot. If you are visiting us with someone that has mobility challenges, please pull down to the barn entrance for easier access.