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04/21/2026

Every piece of furniture requires the maker to adhere to a center amount of "do it right." Certain ratios and proportions are somewhat set in stone, too much variance results in an unbalanced piece that feels off even if you're not quite sure why.

Cabriole legs are no exception, but I've always loved making them because it feels more like art than maths. Once the stock has been cut to rough shape, it's a combination of chisels, gouges, rasps, spokeshaves, and sandpaper until the leg has its timeless, subtle curves and elegant flow.

04/20/2026

A recent customer gave me free rein on an end table, so I decided to revisit a more traditional style. It's been over a year since my last set of cabriole legs, and going through the process again was refreshing and thoroughly enjoyable.

As always, thanks to my previous and future customers for trusting me to provide quality, beautiful pieces that will fit the home and bring joy for years 🙏

04/16/2026

There's just something about ash that always captivates me. Subtle, neutral tones with some darker heart wood that adds flair while not coming across as overstated.

This table with matching benches is in its new home, ready for its first meal with its new family.

If you agree about the beauty of ash lumber, now is the time to start planning a piece. Due to the emerald ash borer, clear ash lumber will soon be incredibly scarce.

If you're wanting some ash in your life, which I highly recommend, reach out and I'd be happy to chat.

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02/17/2026

Every now and again a cutoff will have some figure that leads me to hold on to it, frustratingly taking up space in my shop until the right design pops into my head. I had a wildly figured piece of 8/4 cherry that I just knew would reveal an interesting panel when cut open and book matched.

The result was absolutely beautiful and definitely interesting.

This was a practice project, not a commission, so I decided to run with it. I got to play with a few new techniques, mitred dovetail edges, inlay face frame, brushing mixed shellac.

The result is a unique, bold, beautiful specialty cabinet that I decided to give away to some friends that would embrace the design and show it proudly. It turns out that this is their first piece of handmade furniture so I know it'll be well loved.

02/11/2026

The home stretch of a job is a mixture of relief and anxiety. To see all the planning, math, and ex*****on come together is unbelievably reassuring, yet one "perfectly" made mistake can undo hours or days of work. The best move is to maintain confidence and keep moving forward at a consistent and calculated pace.

Man oh man though, this is a pretty slick one. Can't wait to show you all.

02/04/2026

After a rather long stint of repair jobs, I recently had a reprieve by installing this beautiful live edge countertop. The contractor knocked it out of the park with the color combos in the kitchen, and I was thrilled to be a part of the remodel.

This was the home stretch for the homeowner of an almost complete home reno. Cheers to them for finishing with such a beautiful room, hopefully there will be a lovely meal and a stiff drink made here to celebrate the conclusion of their renovation process 🥂

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