Upcycling
Creating Something From Nothing
With just a little imagination and perhaps a coat of paint, some new hardware, or scraps of wood, an old cabinet, table or chair can get new life as something fresh and unique. I’m always happy to learn about my customers and their specific needs. If you’d like to get more information about my Upcycling services, please contact me and I’ll be happy to assist.
Oh, I almost forgot, I can create a custom message on your upcycled piece. What a nice finishing touch!
Model T Radiator Shroud Shelf
I believe that every woodworking piece should tell a story. This piece started its life as a part from a Ford Model T. A friend of mine bought it at a flea market cause he thought it was cool, not knowing what it would be next. He brought it to me and said to make a shelf or something out of it and that he was in no hurry. I looked at it for a couple of months and got sick of moving it around the shop. I straightened the sides with wood and clamps and carefully measured for the components. I milled the rough cut walnut on my 70 year old planer and cut it down to size. The hickory on the back was from an old pallet I found. I don’t make a habit of using pallet wood, but it cleaned up well and provides nice contrast. Finish was done with wipe on satin poly. The shroud is exactly how I got it from my friend, rust, dents and all.
Old Clock
I believe that every woodworking piece should tell a story. This piece started its life as a part of an electric stove. A friend of mine used it as a clock and timer for many years. Upon his death, his family was simply going to throw out the clock and my bride wouldn't hear of us. This clock made it through 2 moves and ultimately ended up in the workshop where it gathered dust until our anniversary this year. Unknown to my wife, I had plugged it in and it actually kept time. The walnut was scraps from a previous project I had laying around. The hickory on the back was a scrap from a previous project. Finish was done with wipe on satin poly. The piece proudly resides in our living room.