Ebony Wood Wallet and Business Card Case. Black, beautiful, solid and silky smooth. You can wear this wallet with jeans or black tie, you simply can't go wrong! Holds about 8 credit cards with a few business cards or a little cash. Made to order. Wood grain and color will vary from piece to piece. Wood hinge, tiny magnetic closure. The last photo is a group shot of the Ebony wallet on the left, the Chinquapin wallet in the center and Redwood Burl with Bloodwood trim on the right. Its nice to see the variations next to each other! Hand made by me, Jacquelyn Smith, in my Oregon wood shop! Made in the USA
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I have been living in the Pacific Northwest since 1991 and currently work in Portland, Oregon. Portland is a fast growing hub of creative energy and inspired Makers. I am one. For me, it has always been about line, shape, function and lets not forget . . . wood. I am awed by it's unique nature and delighted that I get the opportunity to work with it everyday. Each board and every species has it's own unique characteristics. A wild example is the Huon Pine from Tasmania. It is the oldest living tree on the planet at 10, 500 years. They start to reproduce 600 to 800 years of age. That helps put some perspective in the realm of us and them!
The intention behind my work is to highlight the qualities of each piece of wood I handle, to give it a new life, and to help us appreciate and see it for what it is. I am often given the great pleasure to make gifts for anniversaries, birthdays, holidays and just something sweet. What a special honor it is to be the maker of a gift! I get the sweet view of seeing a person love another. Isn't that what it's all about?
My background in both fine art and the construction industry has given me an unusual approach to woodworking and furniture making. I am an artist who makes usable, beautiful objects with wood that I hope will say something about us.
I have a BFA from Cooper Union in NYC, NY and was a contractor for over 15 years designing and remodeling homes in New York City, Philadelphia, New Jersey, and Eugene, Oregon. While studying fine art and learning how to carve wood I also studied woodworking and cabinetry. Later I worked for a couple of architectural woodworking shops in Oregon where I learned in a commercial environment making one off custom work.
I make furniture, woodwork , sculpture, laptop stands, specialty boxes, jewelry and probably something else by the time you read this. I love to design and build my own work as well as contract commissions for clients. My passion lies in discovery and invention and the challenge to make something useful in the most beautiful way possible.
I hope you enjoy!
Jacquelyn
Richard Callian
For Redwood Burl Wallet And Business Card HolderBeautiful concept, beautiful execution. Too nice to use!
allison schmidt
For Wood Wallet And Business Card HolderJacquelyn was a pleasure to work with. I needed a custom-sized business card holder and she delivered. the quilted maple is beautiful to see and touch, and her craftsmanship is impeccable. Thank you so much!
Blas Prieto
For Wood WalletI am so happy with the wallets i ordered. They workmanship is incredible and the seller went above and beyond to deliver a top quality product.
Thanks :)
ralph mcmanis
For Music boxI asked Jacquelyn to make a music box as an anniversary gift for my wife. I provided a detailed list of construction requirements and a sketch of the top inlay…you could say I was a bit needy :). She gladly turned that list and sketch into a beautiful heirloom that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the ear. The box exceeded my expectations. Jacquelyn was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. My wife absolutely loved the music box!
Aidan Grey
For Playing Card Case To Hold 67 Cards!I ordered a custom sized box to fit a deck of 63 cards, and what I got blew away my expectations. The box fit the deck perfectly, and was gorgeously finished, with perfectly placed logo engraved, tight inlays, and clear craftsmanship. I placed the order and was in no real hurry, but due to unforeseen circumstances, it was a slow turn around. So I was offered a second box free! It was also absolutely gorgeous and well made. Throughout, communication was timely, addressed my concerns and questions clearly, and overall friendly and approachable. This artist is highly recommended, for her integrity as well as her craftsmanship.
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