Donation/Suggestion/Voting Box
Whether these boxes are used for donations, suggestions, or for ballot voting, they will attract more attention than off-the-shelf metal or plastic boxes. This particular donation box is made of African Mahogany and Maple. The wood hinges (extra) an extra dimension to the box, drawing more attention. Simplicity and elegance are the hallmarks of these boxes.
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We design and create custom, hand-crafted furniture, decor items, pens for clients worldwide.
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.
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Lori
For Custom Cedar Keepsake Box5.0Phil made me a beautiful cedar box that was exactly what I was looking for. I knew immediately he would be the perfect fit to make what I was looking for when he described in detail how he would build what I described, and which materials he could use to achieve the look that I wanted. His communication was always timely and very professional, and he was patient with me when I wasn't immediately able to respond to his messages/inquiries due to illness and a busy schedule. The finished product is just beautiful and turned out better than I first imagined it in my head. I am interested in having another cedar box made in the future, and I will definitely contact Phil when I am ready to do that.
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Andrew Church
For Personalized Engraved Cutting Board | Maple Edge Grain5.0I can't begin to describe what a pleasure it was to work with Phil on my project. I commissioned a cutting board to be made as a wedding gift, and all throughout the process Phil lent his expertise, insights, and opinions on what would work well. He was also patient working around my busy schedule as we communicated and exchanged details. The end product was exquisite. If you are looking for a craftsman, I would highly recommend Phil, Mountain Woodworker. Looking forward to working with him again.
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Steve Burningham
For Sanding Down to 1/16" Thick5.0Phil was extremely responsive and quick with his service! Can't wait to use him again.
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Hubert Rivera
For Keepsake Boxes5.0Box turned out awesome! Phil is very prompt in responding to inquires and really professional. Extremely happy with the final product.
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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!!
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