Commemorative Plaques
This plaque is an example of the sort of thing that can be produced here at ShopDog Turnery. Using special woods and careful engraving we can create a plaque or sign of lasting beauty and significance. These are done in careful collaboration between the customer and the maker.
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This Maker has consistently demonstrated excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.
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.
- SK
susan kaplan
For Ed and Suzie Goose5.0Jim Barbour is a total "five star" Craftsman! My review cannot begin to describe how pleased I am with both Jim, as a professional, and his incredible work. It is a delight and honor to work with him. He created, with insightful suggestions, exactly what my mind had conjured. I wanted a pair of anniversary dice crafted in California redwood nestled in an engraved box to commemorate our special day. Jim's creation is exquisite. He responded within a day to my initial proposal, with incredible suggestions. He understood exactly what I wanted immediately, and offered to complete it at a most fair price. All of his responses were more than timely, and the project was completed way ahead of schedule. His creation arrived in an extremely carefully packaged box. It was obvious that he took great care to ensure its safe arrival. He let me know when he sent it and when I could expect to receive it. Based upon my experience with Jim, I can't wait to think of other projects to do with Custom Made. I have recommended him to my friends. I especially look forward to working with Jim again. My experience was amazing!
Thank you, Jim, and Custom Made!!
With so many thanks,
Susan - MC
Michael Carpenter
For Custom Cedar Name Sign5.0Jim was great! He really understood what I wanted and communicated well. I would use Jim again for a similar project in a second. I have yet to recieve the project so can't really speak of shipping.
RRaed
For Raed's two wooden stands5.0Extremely professional. Work made exactly as I wanted it. Beautiful. No complaints.
- F
frankie
For Grandpas Cane5.0I've just had a second cane made for my grandfather by Jim Barbour.
And hes done an excellent job again.
If you need someone to make you a cane that'll last a long time, Jim is your guy.
I definitely recommend his service.
Thank you again Jim. - MM
Meryl Meranski
For Meryl's Sign5.0Jim is a true pro and a very talented artist. He communicated with me about my project immediately and pushed it up on his priority list so that I could have it in time to give as a gift. Myself and the gift "receiver" LOVED his work. Thanks Jim!
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