Ceremonial Canes and Verges
I make ceremonial canes and verges. Some makers list these are "Dartmouth Canes", and some of these canes are.
Canes serve various purposes depending on the context.
Some canes are used to show membership with specific campus organizations.
Verges are used in certain religious situations to mark the rank and role of participants.
Canes and verges are unique. By definition, there is not a set of common designs for you to choose from. Each design results from my client's needs, practical considerations, and my design input. For details you want, I incorporate your desires. Where you are unsure or curious, we will look at the choices of material, artist presentation, and other factors that bring the cane or verge in alignment with your needs. Nothing is final about the design until you approve it.
The photo is a collage of my recent work.
Every cane or verge is custom. Pricing varies with the complexity, difficulty, and materials required: the price is lower when you need more.
Please get in touch with me with your questions
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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.
You can txt or leave a message at (508) 296-0256.
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Grace Chen
For Grace's Cane5.0Carl 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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Sue Reeves
For Custom Virge5.0My working with Carl to create a Virge for use at church was a very easy process. He kept me informed, asked questions where he needed clarification, and sent photos as he completed portions of the project. I would definitely use his skills again if I needed another project done.
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Evan Reca
For Evan's Engagement Ring Box5.0Carl went above and beyond with my engagement ring box. He was willing to go back and forth on design revisions as many times as it took to make everything perfectly.
He always communicated promptly and was timely with the delivery.
The craftsmanship of his woodwork is truly professional and you'll be glad you chose him for your project!
SBSeth Beltran
For Seth's Home Decor5.0I’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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Lowell Putnam
For Lowell's Cardboard recycling holder5.0
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