Candle Storage Box
This Shaker Style Candle Box reflects the quality, perfection and simple grace Shaker craftsmanship. Originally used to protect candles from pests and the environment, these boxes are often used today to store any type of valuables such as knitting and sewing supplies, tea storage, desk organization, or as a jewelry box. They also make a lovely decor addition to any living room, dinning room, bathroom, or entry way, especially when accompanied with a fine bottle of wine. This particular box is made of oak with an inlay band of mahogany.
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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.
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!!
SSpencer
For Wooden skill toy5.0I absolutely loved the toy he made for me and he made every single part to the exact specifications that I requested. His communication throughout the project was far better than I would've expected from anyone on this site. His expertise is amazing, he definitely knew what he was doing.
- KW
Kathleen Weis
For Ship's Clock Stand5.0Phil was great to work with long distance because of his communication. He asked for my preferences in the tint color and design. Would definitely go to Phil for future projects.
- FT
Frank Tentler
For Cedar Keepsake Box5.0Top notch work! I needed a keep sake box for a doll from the 1890s that was my Great Grandmother's. Phil did an awesome researching what wood would work, finish, etc., explaining why it was necessary to use very low acid type of wood and finish. Exceedingly knowledgeable about his craft, a true artisan and professional. Highly recommended!!
- BG
Brian Godau
For Black Walnut And Rock Maple End Grain Chopping Block5.0Phil did a tremendous job with creating the cutting board using photos of other boards and customizing the board exactly how I wanted it. He kept me updated with the progress and provided me with photos on the project.
I would recommend using Phil for any project.
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