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03/19/2026

The new page and site are finally gaining momentum, please follow for more updates as we finish up our transition to The Forest's Forge & Brew

Hey friends,
We’re Matt and Rachel Blackwell, the co-owners and dreamers behind The Forest’s Forge & Brew, and we’re thrilled to welcome you into our world.
What began as a shared love for nature, creativity, and craftsmanship has blossomed into something beyond our wildest dreams. This is a space where everything we cherish comes together in harmony. Our vision is to create a warm, inviting place that celebrates craft, nature, and community.
Here’s a little peek into what we’re building:
Handcrafted Woodworking & Artisan Pieces
Matt pours his heart into woodworking, crafting handmade creations that draw inspiration from the natural world.
Herbalism & Botanical Creations
Rachel lovingly works with herbs, tea blends, and plant allies to create offerings that nurture both body and spirit.
Nature Photography & Artwork
We capture the serene beauty of the natural world, transforming it into art that can bring a touch of nature into your home.
Future Coffee & Tea Creations
One of our dreams is to see Sun & Moon Beverage Co. flourish, offering teas and coffee crafted with care, inspired by the rhythms of nature.
The Forest’s Forge & Brew is a haven for everything we create together: art, craft, herbalism, and stories deeply rooted in the forest.
This is just the beginning, and we’re excited to grow this venture into something truly meaningful with your support. Thank you for being with us on this journey.
Warmly,
Matt & Rachel

10/27/2025

After moving 8 hours away at the beginning of last year, we're thrilled to be back in the woodworking groove. With our home build underway, community engagement, and a recent merger and rebrand, we're looking forward to creating fun pieces again.

This small and simple book holder will be the first official item on the new page. (Announcement to come soon)

05/04/2025

For our dedicated and loyal customers, we'd like to address the lack of activity on this page.

Last year was a year of big changes for the wife and I. We moved States away, changed careers, and took much needed time to focus on the family.

During our hiatus we decided to do a rebranding/merger with The Forest's Forge & Brew where I will continue to take custom orders as well as have a platform for premade products such as Tea Trays and Cutting Boards, and much more. I hope to see everyone follow the new page, we will be adding products soon as it is a slow work in progress.

I thank each and every one of you that placed orders and supported my little hobby, as well as the followers who shared my work. As always Keep Moving Forward!

01/12/2023

Made the wife a set of runes

05/09/2022

It's been too long since my last piece...
Here's my attempt at Boris Karloff as Frankensteins Monster in the 1931 Universal Film.

12/31/2021

My take on the infamous Gill Man, the creature who terrorized a group of biologist during an expedition in the Amazon in 1954.

12/29/2021

"The Wise One, The One Who Remembers"

Mimir in Scandinavian mythology, the wisest of the Aesir and guardian of the sacred well, to whom Odin sacrificed one eye in exchange for poetic inspiration; when he was killed by the Vanir, Odin preserved his decapitated head, which became oracular.

12/11/2021

The wife and I made a Yule log together, shown here Infront of the fireplace I made.

12/02/2021

A windigo is a supernatural being belonging to the spiritual traditions of Algonquian-speaking First Nations in North America. Windigos are described as powerful monsters that have a desire to kill and eat their victims. In most legends, humans transform into windigos because of their greed or weakness. Various Indigenous traditions consider windigos dangerous because of their thirst for blood and their ability to infect otherwise healthy people or communities with evil.

11/30/2021

A little sneak peek at the latest wood burning. Waiting on the resin to dry for the final reveal.

11/27/2021

It's been awhile since I've made anything new.
This divination board was made for my wife for Christmas.