Yinyang Of Peace 1
Yinyang Of Peace 2

Yinyang Of Peace

$195

This is a design I made for a Quaker friend. Her version was black and "white", based on the traditional coloring for the Yinyang. This version is dyed red to reflect the Chinese color for luck and life. This is about 15" diameter, and is a single piece of yellow birch. The colorant is a custom-mixed dye. The piece is finished with polyurethane. The price of a similar piece depends on size and material.

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Carl Mikkelsen

Carl Mikkelsen

Carvings by Carl

Wayland, MA
Member since: 2013
5.0
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    Customers say that this Maker ships promptly after completing a project.

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    This Maker has consistently demonstrated excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.

I specialize in making special things you want, within the limits of my tools and abilities.

These fall into two categories, with some overlap.

I make wood carvings, cut from a single piece of select hardwood. I customize each design to customer needs. These designs are of a spiritual nature and embrace many traditions. These include custom Challah boards, Seder plates, Episcopal virges, Dartmouth canes, and engagement ring boxes.

I also do 3D printing, which is sometimes the right method to make something you want. I have also used 3D printing to make prototypes of more complex pieces, such as cane finials.

Much of what I make involves carving artwork into wood and filling the engraving with a thermoset resin, tinted with an intentional, contrasting color. The resin and the wood are polished and finished to enhance the grain and the literal depth of the color. This is a key part of the Challah boards and ring boxes.

I also make ceremonial canes used by some student groups to signal their membership in particular groups. These groups are not disclosed, and I thank them for their patronage.

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    Sandy Lenox

    For Sandy's Sign
    5.0

    Carl was a delight to work with! His craftsmanship, professionalism and excellent communication made for a stress-free project. The final product is fantastic and will be appreciated by many for years to come. I highly recommend Carvings by Carl!

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    Lewis Phaosada

    For Wood Slab/Block Epoxy Project
    5.0

    Wonderful wonderful product and experience. Threw ideas back and forth till we settled on a idea we both liked. Never felt rushed or pushed. Very good and clear communication. Workmanship looks solid, quick to make, quick to deliver, and the packaging was superb.

    Very very good experience with this maker.

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    Seth Beltran

    For Seth's Home Decor
    5.0

    I’m incredibly satisfied with the way my project turned out. This has me eager to celebrate the holidays. And it will be a beautiful tradition that will last for generations. The craftsmanship is amazing. Carl went out of his way to make sure the product was exactly the way I wanted it.

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    Grace Chen

    For Grace's Cane
    5.0

    Carl was great! Super communicative, understanding, and excellent craftsmanship! He personally delivered the order to me (driving 2-3 hours to do so), which was super appreciated.

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    Kristin Kazem

    For Kristin's Sign
    5.0

    This is the first time using custommade. Carl reached out as an interested maker and gave some great suggestions on my project request.
    He gave me idea's I hadn't even thought of. He was timely in his communication, even letting me know when he would not be available.
    He kept me informed at every step of the project,. The finished product was better than I imagined and my husband loved his gift. I highly recommend Carvings by Carl.

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