Splinter & Stain

Who ya gunna call? 👻

• First time using an HPLV Spray Gun and I couldn’t be happier with the end result. Does it require me to turn my garage into a Dexter kill room?…yes, but it makes the finishing process a lot easier.

When the client wants a place to store 12 bottles of champagne!
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I really wanted a special wedding that incorporated the interests of both my wife and I. So I took my love of woodworking and my wife’s passion for books, and created this special edition to our wedding. I wanted to be different, very unique, but memorable. I could have easily ordered a custom Etsy sign with everyone’s name and table number, but of course that would have been too easy. Instead, I built a custom library seating chart!!📚

This “library” consisted of a wooden crate bookcase filled with individually handcrafted custom wooden books. These books had everyone’s last name painted on the bind and the volume number of the book translated to your table number. Simple…I know lol

As a guest, you walked into the reception found your book in the bookcase and the volume number directed you to your table. Once you arrived at your table, you found black wooden rods which lined the table at different heights and woven with fresh eucalyptus and greenery. Your wooden book had a small opening at the bottom for the top of the rod to lock into. The big picture came together as everyone’s books filled in and became a floating book effect which evolved into our gorgeous table centerpieces.

Inside the golden latched lid of the box was eucalyptus and a custom written note that fit snug inside corner frame slots. As part of our reception, we offered a Polaroid photo booth in which your photo replaced the note in the book. As a token of appreciation, the custom book was yours to keep and take home with you. 🌱 📘📗📕
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Although I developed new ways to perfect this idea as the build went on, I’m very happy with how my original concept turned out. I think it was a wonderful blend of both of our worlds.

Did it take probably 100 hours?…yes

Did it drive me crazy to hand install around 600 tiny screws?…yes

Did I design, hand cut, and paint EVERY single piece of this puzzle?….yes

Did it turn out beautiful and am I incredibly happy did it? ABSOLUTELY!

PS: My wife hand painted ALL the names and numbers!! I could not have done this without her love, support, and patience! She’s the real hero ♥️

During the wedding planning process, I was able to design and make many of the decor, including our arbor. It stood about 7’ tall, made from 2x6 lumber, and was very heavy. The “zig-zag” joinery at the angles gave the overall structure some dimension and character. I didn’t want exposed hardware but I also wanted it to come apart. So, I used pocket hole joinery at the back allowing me to transport it in pieces and reassemble it on site.

Overall, I think it’s absolutely stunning and I’m so happy with how it turned it.

Big things a brewin!!

My best friends recently visited their home in PA and brought back an oak slab from a fallen tree on their family’s property. They asked if I can do something with it, so I milled up 3 charcuterie boards so they could gift back to their parents for Christmas. Apparently it made mom cry….in a good way! 😅🌲

Swipe ➡️ Original Slab

When a friend wants you to make their mom a holiday gift…you make their mom a holiday gift! 🎄This wooden oven cover is a nice way to complete any kitchen. Don’t worry, the soft feet underneath raise the wood above the top to keep from scratching the surface.

If you want your very own custom wood oven cover, send me a DM and we can talk deets!!

I went to my best friends wedding recently, and instead of bringing a card with cash, I designed and made these as a wedding gift for the newlyweds bedroom. I’m just obsessed with how these bedroom nightstands came out!!

Swipe 👉🏻 for the original CAD

Massive & movable food prep island that matches the clients pre-installed outside kitchen

Who else loves a good set of 11ft beam style shelves that wrap around a corner? 🙋🏻‍♂️

Having some fun with dados to make a custom bathroom vanity toiletry holder.

Headphone stand made from Maple, Puple Heart, and Walnut