Forged and Solar

DIY projects, off-grid experiments, preparedness, handmade goods, and whatever we decide to build next—all from our little piece of Texas.

Building a More Self-Reliant Life, One Project at a Time

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Off-Grid Solar

Small barn with solar arrays on roof.
Small barn with solar arrays on roof.

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Workshop Builds

A rugged wooden workbench with solar panels, wires, and tools scattered around, bathed in warm Texas sunlight.
A rugged wooden workbench with solar panels, wires, and tools scattered around, bathed in warm Texas sunlight.

Beginner-friendly guides for powering workshops, sheds, and small off-grid setups.

Original concrete, metal, and Texas-inspired pieces made by hand..

Follow our projects, experiments, upgrades, and lessons learned along the way.

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David and Sarah

Built by Makers, Not a Corporation

Here's our little piece of the world—where we build, make, and do whatever we want. We both like having projects going and staying busy. Sarah is usually pouring one-of-a-kind stones, making art, or building a fire, while David is always working on something new. Some projects stay on paper far too long, but now we finally have the space to build them. We're both Texas natives, DIY-focused, and passionate about becoming more self-sufficient while doing what we enjoy.

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Crafting Texas Spirit

At Forged and Solar, we blend rugged Texas craftsmanship with solar-powered DIY projects and handmade treasures for the self-reliant soul.

A close-up of a handmade concrete Texas-shaped stone resting on a weathered wooden table, sunlight casting warm shadows.
A close-up of a handmade concrete Texas-shaped stone resting on a weathered wooden table, sunlight casting warm shadows.

Projects

Hands-on solar and maker projects for Texas.

A rugged Texas-shaped concrete stone resting on a wooden workbench with sunlight streaming in.
A rugged Texas-shaped concrete stone resting on a wooden workbench with sunlight streaming in.
Solar Kits

Build your own off-grid solar power setup.

Close-up of a handmade metal rose with rustic patina against a backdrop of tools.
Close-up of a handmade metal rose with rustic patina against a backdrop of tools.
Metal Art

Craft unique Texas-inspired metal roses.

A colorful pinwheel spinning in a gentle breeze on a sunny Texas porch.
A colorful pinwheel spinning in a gentle breeze on a sunny Texas porch.
A detailed shot of solar panels mounted on a rustic wooden frame outdoors.
A detailed shot of solar panels mounted on a rustic wooden frame outdoors.
Pinwheels

DIY pinwheel projects for your homestead.

Guides

Step-by-step tutorials and equipment tips.

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