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These signs are from various woods, principally Alder and Maple. The text can be inset or can be standing above the background. The edges can be straight, saw tooth, or natural. While most signs are rectangular, these can be in whatever shape you desire.
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I have been making from wood for as long as I can remember. I take a great deal of pride in my work and will not accept a commission if I am not entirely sure I can complete it to your satisfaction. ShopDog Turnery is a one-person, one-dog operation making all sorts of custom items, primarily lathe based. This includes bottle-stoppers, wine glasses (with glass or wooden bowls), platters and plates, bowls, boxes, and whatever else springs to mind.
In addition to lathe work I make various flat pieces; tables, specialty boxes, cutting boards and, again, whatever else springs to mind.
I make for the joy of the making, using sustainably harvested and reclaimed or historical woods exclusively.
Molly was the ShopDog, but is no longer with us. She did all the "RUFF" work in the turnery.
- DC
Dean Cama
For Bao Board - An African Game Similar To Mancala5.0It was great to work with Jim. In my opinion, he expert craftsmanship is matched by his professionalism. He was very accommodating and was attentive to every last detail and the final piece exceeded my expectations. I would recommend him to everyone and I hope to work with him again in the future.
- JO
jimmy olmes
For Black Walnut And Rock Maple End Grain Chopping Block5.0simply a work of art, not only is Jim a real craftsman he is truly a good guy and is very caring about making sure you get exactly what you have envisioned.
- DS
DB Stelly
For End-Grain White Oak Bread Board In A Rainbow Pattern5.0Beautiful chopping block and very good price! So much better than those tiny pictures! Heavy and grainy. Answered my questions and kept us updated.
Thank you, dB. - BH
Brian Hill
For Tigerwood & Black Walnut End Grain Cutting Board5.0Working with Jim was a delight. He was extremely quick to reply to my request and got a bid to me very promptly. The cutting board is just as perfect as I hoped it would be as well. I would certainly request a future job from him.
- ST
S.K. Trisdale
For S.K.'s Walking Stick5.0I can't say enough good things about my new hiking stick and about Jim Barbour of ShopDog Turnery. I had wanted a hiking stick made of a very uncommon wood (verawood) and I have to say that it turned out even better than I had hoped. It's a nice heavy stick, beautifully crafted and gorgeous wood. I knew I was asking a lot from Jim as verawood is extremely difficult to work with, but he did an outstanding job. Thinking about ordering another one for my brother! I know this beauty will last me a lifetime. Took it out for my first hike today and it was perfect. (By the way, for anyone thinking of getting a similar stick, only get this if you have a lot of upper body strength, as it is much heavier than a normal hiking stick. I got this because I'm tough on sticks -- my last one is beat to hell - and because I hike in some areas where I need a stick that can be used for self defense if necessary.) Any custom made wood projects I have from now on - I know where to go. Thanks again, Jim!
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