Cedar is known for its scent, insect repellent properties, and its ability to absorb odors. It is very often used to make chests like this one. What started out as 12’ (~4m) cedar boards in a cull pile at the local big blue hardware store, full of warps and twists, became this chest. It will lovingly store linens and things for years to come.

When you have an avid reader, the first problem is keeping them stocked with books. The second problem is finding creative ways to store all their books. Enter this clever design for a bookshelf that reduces the footprint while increasing the capacity. Made from spalted Silver Maple and finished in Rubio Monocoat, this shelf is, well, already full.

Hackberry wood has a coarse grain. It is can have green and gray hues in its grain, which is why we picked it for our first bandsaw box. This was made for a very special fashionista who needed a nice place to store her jewelry.