I'm inspired by textures and colors in combination with solid woods. The back of the sign outside my workshop is covered in scraps of durable fabric from restoration projects. I also love affixing scraps of rusted metal to pieces and have a collection outside that is awaiting the exact right stage of a weathered look. It's gratifying to reinvent … [Read more...]
Ooak-Boost “to lift you up!”
My most recent product design is the Ooak-Boost™ stool. These sturdy, colorful, handmade stools have a maker's mark that is burned in with a custom stamp and attached to the side with copper nails. Each also features an American architectural metal detail/artifact. Around the outside of my shop I have US metal industrial pieces rusting, and I … [Read more...]
Stages of a chair repair and refinish
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Road to recovery of a prized posession
This chair belonged to ... They asked me to ... As you can tell, it had seen better days. I dismantled it and ... This is what the X family had to say when they picked up the restored piece. Quote here Contact me to appraise the restoration of your piece. … [Read more...]