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New needs in a rapidly changing society, also challenges old craft trades, such as blacksmithing, to reflect, adapt and re-invent their roles in society. At the Borders of Iron (IronNotes) project aims to strengthen the cultural heritage of blacksmithing; as a skill-demanding craft, it is one of those rare professions and traditions about to disappear without further action.​

With a strong background in metalworks and blacksmithing this network brings together artists,
creators, designers, producers and educators from five different countries with different kinds of events to broaden the view of the use of metal in the society today. The consortium seeks to find ways to strengthen the awareness of blacksmithing tradition, its possibilities to enhance regionality and co-operation between countries. With different types of measures the aim is to open the role of metal also to broader audiences with themes that link people with this special material culture.