Everything You Need to Know About Clint in Stardew Valley

If you are looking for the most comprehensive Clint Stardew Valley gift guide, schedule, and events, you have arrived at the right place. As one of Pelican Town's most industrious residents, Clint is a blacksmith with specific tastes that can make or break your friendship early on. Whether you are aiming to unlock his unique recipes or planning for future romance in the upcoming Stardew Valley 1.7 update, understanding his preferences is key. This guide covers every detail about his birthday, location, and how to win over this stoic metalworker from day one of your valley life.

Clint's Daily Schedule and Seasonal Events

Clint is a creature of habit who rarely deviates from his routine, making him easy to track regardless of the season or weather. Rain or shine, he can almost always be found standing behind the counter at the Pelican Town Smithy during his work hours before heading to the Saloon in the evening. The only notable exception to this rigid schedule occurs on Winter 16, when he leaves early for an appointment at the Clinic.

For players trying to maximize their interaction time with him, here is the breakdown of his availability:

  • Daily Routine (9 am – 6:50 pm): Clint is always present behind the Smithy counter.
  • Evening Routine (7 pm – 11:50 pm): He moves to the Saloon after closing time.
  • Winter 16 Exception: He leaves for the Clinic between 10:30 am and 3:50 pm, making him unavailable at his usual spots.

Beyond his daily movements, Clint is a central figure during festival dates, though these follow standard village patterns. If you miss him on Winter 16 due to his clinic visit, do not worry; he returns to his normal schedule the following day.

The Ultimate Gift Guide for Maximizing Friendship

To build your relationship with Clint quickly, you must understand that while he loves gems and refined bars, he has a strong aversion to flowers and raw materials. Giving him unrefined ore or stacks of coal will actively lower his friendship points, so ensure you smelt everything before gifting. His birthday on Winter 26 is the most critical day for boosting affection, but consistent gifting throughout the year yields better long-term results.

Here are the specific items that Clint loves, likes, and hates:

❤️ Loved Gifts (Highest Friendship Bonus)

  • Artichoke Dip: Crafted using one Artichoke and one Milk.
  • Gems: Amethyst, Topaz, Aquamarine, Jade, Emerald, Ruby (various mining floors).
  • Refined Bars: Gold Bar (5 Gold Ore + 1 Coal) or Iridium Bar (5 Iridium Ore + 1 Coal).
  • Universal Loves: Golden Pumpkin, Prismatic Shard, Pearl, Rabbit's Foot, and Stardrop Tea.

💚 Liked Gifts (Good Friendship Bonus)

  • Smelted Bars: Copper Bar or Iron Bar.
  • Artisan & Cooking Recipes: All types of artisan goods and cooking recipes are well-received.
  • Vegetables: Any vegetable you harvest from your farm.

❌ Disliked, Neutral, and Hated Gifts (Avoid These)

  • Dislikes: Quartz, Salmonberry, Horseradish, all flowers, artifacts, building materials, fish, geodes, and seeds.
  • Hates: Holly, all bait, fossils, monster drops, and trash items.
  • Neutral Items: Bread, coal, daffodil, dandelion, ginger, gold ore, hazelnut, iridium ore, refined quartz, tea leaves, wheat, wool, books, eggs, fruit, milk, and pottery.

Clint's Heart Events and Romance Potential

Building a relationship with Clint unlocks valuable rewards, even before he becomes available for marriage in the Stardew Valley 1.7 update. Currently, reaching three hearts will see him mail you the Algae Soup recipe, while seven hearts grants the Bean Hotpot recipe via post. However, to view his personal heart events, you must visit specific locations at precise times.

  • 3 Hearts: Visit the Stardrop Saloon after 7 pm on a Monday to trigger the first event and receive the Algae Soup recipe.
  • 6 Hearts: Enter Pelican Town from Cindersap Forest after 9 am to witness his second heart event.
  • Future Romance: Clint is confirmed as one of two new marriage candidates for the next major update, alongside Sandy. While we currently only have a teaser of their wedding attire revealed during the Stardew Valley 10th anniversary broadcast, players eager to propose will soon be able to add this blacksmith to their family roster.

Until the Stardew Valley 1.7 release date arrives, focusing on Clint's friendship through his favorite gifts and timely visits is your best strategy for unlocking those exclusive recipes and preparing for future romance in the valley.