It is the time of year for a sort out and spring clean for the workshop and wood store which will be a little longer than usual. We will be closed until 17th February 2025. We are happy to take commissions during this period on the understanding that delivery will be in early March. Reservations for courses can also be taken for dates after mid February.
Wishing you all a peaceful Christmas and New Year
Wishing you all a peaceful Christmas and New Year
Inspired by the simplicity and functionality of the Shaker box I make these tactile oval wooden boxes in both traditional and contemporary designs. The English hardwoods I use are sourced from locally-grown trees in Dorset and the neighbouring counties.
These beautiful native timbers are supplemented by specimen trees from arboretums such as Heligan, Westonbirt, Stourhead and Kew, which are felled as part of their sustainable maintenance programmes.
The principle of Shaker design and ethics captivated me some years ago and I aim to remain true to these minimalist principles and innovative designs as I develop items for everyday use. I maintain the Shaker hands-on approach, processing the timber myself, from tree trunk to finished box. The Shakers paid careful attention to the quality of all their work and I hope to continue in their tradition in everything I make.
Over the years I have expanded the range of products I make to include shelves, coffee tables along with a range of tools for knitters and stitchers.
These beautiful native timbers are supplemented by specimen trees from arboretums such as Heligan, Westonbirt, Stourhead and Kew, which are felled as part of their sustainable maintenance programmes.
The principle of Shaker design and ethics captivated me some years ago and I aim to remain true to these minimalist principles and innovative designs as I develop items for everyday use. I maintain the Shaker hands-on approach, processing the timber myself, from tree trunk to finished box. The Shakers paid careful attention to the quality of all their work and I hope to continue in their tradition in everything I make.
Over the years I have expanded the range of products I make to include shelves, coffee tables along with a range of tools for knitters and stitchers.
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