Whiskey/Wine Box
For that special occasion where a gift of wine or whiskey with glasses is desired. Your box can be customized -- number of bottles and/or glasses the box will hold; special engraving on the box; and/or a choice of woods and finish. Contact Mountain Woodworker for your personal quote.
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Mountain Woodworker was formally created by Phil Rasmussen in 2009 after retirement from both the military and the NC Community College System.
Phil's first exposure to woodworking was at his grandfather's knees when he was around seven years old. His Grandfather was a noted craftsman in the Boston area and did much of the repair work to furniture and other items at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
As he grew, Phil kept an interest in woodworking helping his father with home projects. In 1959,he turned his first cup and bowl while attending school in Turkey.
Continuing with his education while in the service, Phil developed his artistic skills through art and photography courses. While attending Rochester Institute of Technology, he sold his first piece of woodwork (a dinning room table) at a student art exhibit.
Since graduating from college he has taught courses at the community college and university level for students and faculty alike until he retired in 2009, at which time he formed Mountain Woodworker. While creating masterful pieces of woodworking, he continues to lecture and demonstrate various aspects of woodworking.
MBMarc Burrows
For Keepsake Boxes5.0This piece is perfect in every way. Phil went over and beyond all expectations. This box is a burial box for our pet dog "Tofu". Phil handled this project very sensitively as he understood what it means to lose a pet. This is some of the best craftsmanship I have every seen. Communication was great and shipping was fast. No complaints. He even recommended the engraved name and paw print. So happy! Thank you Phil.
- CZ
Catherine Zhu
For Keepsake Boxes5.0Box is amazing. Super happy with the finished project which was received right on time despite me being in and out of contact frequently. I particularly like the weight of the box, it looks and feels well constructed and special.
CCchris carr
For chris' Unfinished oak box for pistol, gift for Navy Off.5.0I will definitely work with Phil Rasmussen, the "Mountain Woodworker" again. if I need anything else made I am sure he will be the first I contact. The box I asked him to construct, with special instructions is absolutely fantastic. Flawless would be a thought I have when I look at it. It exceeded my expectations, and he followed my special instructions very carefully. My box is expertly put together, very reasonably priced, and its perfectly smooth and square. Even If there were some criticism I would offer, it would be to make the website more navigable. On several occasions I attempted to use the site on my smart phone, which did not work. There were also a couple occasions I could not read the private messages from the craftsman I was conversing with. All in all I am extremely pleased with the product, and I feel it was well worth what I paid for. I do believe some professional review of the custommade.com's website and its functionality would greatly improve my experience, but I will be back none the less.
SPSusan Phillips
For Ship's Clock Stand5.0THIS MAKER WAS FANTASTIC. WOULD DEFINITELY WORK WITH HIM AGAIN. LOVELY CUSTOM CLOCK STAND AND PERFECT IN EVERY WAY. KUDOS!!! FROM RESPONSE TIME TO PRODUCT SHIPPING EXCELLENT!!
- SZ
Stuart Zysman
For Special Jewelry Box5.0Great communication and consideration of the details of my requests. The cherry keepsake box came out beautiful and very high quality work.
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