Collingwood Cymbals

30/09/2026

New handmade metal gifts added to my Etsy shop, search Collingwood Fine Metal.

28/09/2026

The winner of September's Clap Stack Prize Draw has been drawn and contacted.

If it wasn't you - commiserations, better luck next time, and thank you for taking part!

Congratulations to the winner who will receive one of my Unhammered Clap Stacks very soon!

28/09/2026

Very, very good Make Your Own Cymbal session with 14-year-old Sam, who took to it like he'd been making cymbals for years! This stunning 18" Ride turned out strong, clear and complex. Great work, Sam!

Book your session now or buy as a gift for the drummer in your life: https://www.makeyourowncymbal.com/

27/09/2026

Hi all, I'll be in the USA in May next year, and I'm offering in-person training with two days for the price of one — anywhere in the country, and potentially further afield too (Canada, Mexico etc.).

My normal teaching rate is £500 per day, so for May 2027 you can book two days of in-person training for £500.

Beginners to pros — workshop builds, tool-making and sourcing, hammering & lathing techniques, advanced concepts... whatever level you're working at, I can help you learn, develop and move forwards!

If you're interested, get in touch and we'll discuss it. We can figure out travel & accommodation logistics depending on where you are.

DM me, comment below, or email / WhatsApp:

[email protected]

07743 334835

25/09/2026

Another great session - https://www.makeyourowncymbal.com/

Pete made this 16" Crash and opted for the unlathed band to show off his hand-hammering and create an interesting sonic blend of open & crashy with just a touch of dryness.

Booking now for autumn and beyond!

22/09/2026

See you there!

20/09/2026

Bristol folks - free hang and cymbalsmithing talk tonight at the Gallimaufry!

19/09/2026

Booking now for autumn and beyond! Gift cards available, any amount, plus they can be combined. https://www.makeyourowncymbal.com/

Brilliant session today, Becky made this 16" crash cymbal and personalised it in the best way possible - by writing on it with sharpie! Love it!

The dual surface finish is popular at the moment, lathing only part of the top of the cymbal means you can see your hammering work as well as the shiny stuff the lathing reveals.

Booking now for autumn and beyond, gift cards available at the newly designed site: https://www.makeyourowncymbal.com/