Appalachian Hardwood Cheeseboard
Sustainable, functional beauty. As an environmental educator I enjoy connecting people with the wonders of our natural world. I have a tremendous amount of interest in the trees that shape our forests- from their ability to sustain our ecosystems to their uniqueness and beauty. Stonefly Woodcrafts uses sustainably harvested and reclaimed hardwoods from here in the mountains of Western North Carolina. A wide variety of native hardwoods is available, chosen for their distinctive physical characteristics, color and grain pattern. Commonly selected species include sugar maple (Acer scaccharum), wild black cherry (Prunus serotina), black walnut (Juglans nigra), ash (Fraxinus sp.), black locust (robinia pseudoacacia) and white oak (Quercus alba). Edge grain cheeseboards measure 8 inches by 5 inches, and make excellent corporate or thank you gifts. Custom heat-branded logo is also available at an additional cost, please inquire for more details. This board will serve you well for everyday use, and the exposed edge grain offers a highly attractive cutting and display surface. Woods featuring special features such as spalting, figure and flecking can be utilized if requested. Each has been treated with a beeswax, mineral oil mixture.
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I am a professional environmental educator and naturalist in Western North Carolina who enjoys using locally harvested and reclaimed hardwoods in designing and building functional woodwork.
I have a strong interest in creating works that highlight the biodiversity and character of the Southern Appalachians. If that appeals you you, let me know!
The wood I use in all projects is sustainably harvested and in most cases locally sourced. I do not use any exotic hardwoods, as these are often not harvested sustainably and create a large environmental impact by shipping them to the United States. All wood glue is food-safe when cured and waterproof. Finishes are all non-toxic.
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Sally Doyle
For Appalachian Black Walnut Candle Holders5.0Incredible work once again, Jon! What a gorgeous piece in exactly the shape of their favorite place. Truly a work of art!
Thank you, thank you, Jon. A gift that will keep on giving for many years. - JV
Jordan Veale
For Appalachian Edge Grain Hardwood Cutting Boards4.8What a wonderful gift for my groomsmen. So happy to support Jonathan and a truly local product!
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andy pulver
For Andy Pulver5.0On my last review of Jonathan's work I said that, "I would absolutely use him again", and I did with the same impressive results.
Thank you Jonathan. - CG
Clare GerArd
For Your boards5.05 stars all around. Jonathan did an amazing job. My FIL loved his board for his new dream home that he and my MIL are building. Beautiful product. I will buying again from Jonathan for my dad for his birthday next year. Jonathan did not disappoint. :)
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Ingrid Meadows
For Naturalist's Natural Edge Coat Rack4.7Jonathon was a pleasure to work with. My only negative is that I didn't communicate as well as I should. The coat rack that he sent is beautiful and well made, just not exactly what I had pictured. I am happy with it though! He did install flush mount wall attachments to the rack, but did not send the wall attachments, which may have just been an oversight, and I will contact him directly about this. I was thrilled to be his first customer on Custom Made, and will definitely contact him again with future projects. The coat rack arrived on time (before Christmas) and was well packaged. Thanks, Jonathon!
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