Michael Sharpe

Michael Sharpe

Blowing Rock WoodWorks

Deep Gap, NC
Member since: 2014
4.9
90 Maker Reviews
  • Long-time member

    A Maker who has been a valued part of this community for several years.

  • Fast shipper

    Customers say that this Maker ships promptly after completing a project.

  • Great service

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

We build from the past to Ensure a Future…

Living in the North Carolina mountains has its own inspirations and woodworking has become one for us. We love creating unique one of a kind pieces from simple end tables to multi piece spaces. We have been commissioned by global hotel/restaurants as well our work is carried nationally in various retailers. We are fortunate to work with designers from NYC to Malibu, CA. With the mindset to keep all products made in the USA, after having enough broken pieces from over seas that have toxic properties that are destroying our planet. On all furniture pieces that Blowing Rock WoodWorks builds we use reclaimed or sustainable woods.

With a combination of reclaimed woods, fine woods all hand selected to ensure a beautiful heirloom piece. Keeping everything made in the USA is our mission and repurposing materials that will last forever only makes sense for sustainability.

From smaller projects like a desk to larger projects like a 15 person live edge dining table you'll appreciate the thought that goes into each project, allowing for an heirloom your family will enjoy for years to come!

Thank you for stopping by our store and we look forward to working with you on your next project!

-Blowing Rock WoodWorks

What people are saying

4.9
(90)
  • BC

    Brenda Corliss

    For Walnut And Steel Console Table
    5.0

    So sorry I didn’t do this sooner! Fantastic on all fronts. I’m back to likely get another table. Thanks!

  • MB

    Merrill Barnes

    For Live Edge Walnut Dining Table With Flat Iron Legs, Walnut Natural Edge Look
    5.0

    We are thrilled with the finished product and enjoyed working with Michael. He was very responsive and provided updates with the progress of the table. It is gorgeous!!

  • KK

    Katrina Klaproth

    For Katrina's Dining Table
    5.0

    John was great to work with and delivered a stellar product. Would definitely work with him again.

  • CD

    Clay Davis

    For Mid Century Modern Desk
    5.0

    The table turned out great! It's perfect for what we needed it to do and the workmanship is top notch. We will definitely be back!

  • BL

    Betsy Liljeberg

    For Reclaimed Wood Coffee Table, Teak Coffee Table, Bali Boat Coffee Table For Living Room
    4.7

    This table looks terrific in the room we intended for it. The workmanship is good and it was easy to assemble. Love that it is made with reclaimed materials. Only downside is that it came by HUGE semi that couldn't make a turn I. Our cul de sac. So we had to meet the shipper a mile away and make a transfer. A UPS sized truck or small van would have made more sense.

  • BM

    Brenda McCallen

    For Tiered Live Edge Coffee Table Solid Blood Wood
    5.0

    Exceptional craftsmanship, very pleased with the handling of our order. Quality was beyond our expectations. John was a pleasure to deal with, kept in touch, communicated delivery specifications, wrapped and pAckaged product very carefully. Service was quick and painless. Highly recommend Blowing Rock Woodworks to prospective buyers. Craftsman John deserves a medal and a lot more stars.

  • EB

    Eddy Badrina

    For Live Edge Walnut Dining Table With Flat Iron Legs, Walnut Natural Edge Look
    5.0

    We requested a 13ft living edge dining table, and John was very communicative throughout the entire process. The table is such a hit with our family and visitors, and for the money, it was a great value. Would highly recommend John and Blowing Rock WoodWorks again.

  • DK

    Debra Kovats

    For Large End Grain Cutting Board From Decorative Walnut Wood
    5.0

    The cutting board is absolutely beautiful and appears to be very good quality! We are thrilled with it!

  • LD

    Laurie Dietz

    For Wood Lazy Susan Handmade In North Carolina
    5.0

    Working w Custommade and John Northrop was professional and easy. They answered all questions, were available by phone and shipped the product timely. We would highly recommend them as a quality manufacturer and would purchase from them again. Please also keep in mind we put a lot of trust in both the company and John Northrup, as we had not dealt with them before.

  • FH

    Forrest Hanson

    For Mid Century Modern Desk
    5.0

  • LC

    Lore Cusimano

    For White Oak Waterfall Bench
    5.0

    Had an excellent experience working with this craftsman who we commissioned to build 3 waterfall tables. There was constant communication and updates on the project, it arrived within time frame specified, pricing was extremely competitive and the end product was very well done. I am actually getting ready to reach out to them for another project so obviously I am very pleased with their work!

  • DB

    Daryl Baginski

    For Walnut Wood Shelf, Archer Wood Shelf With Industrial Black Matte Finish Metal L Brackets
    5.0

    Another great transaction from Blowing Rock WoodWorks. I'll keep returning and recommend to others. Packing is very secure, shipping fast, and final product perfect as advertised. Thanks!

  • DB

    Daryl Baginski

    For Chevron Walnut Table, Reclaimed Wood End Table, Entry Way Table, End Table For Living Room
    5.0

    Great table, delivered on time, and made to exact specifications advertised. I'm very pleased and will turn to Blowing Rock again in the future! Thanks.

  • SV

    Shannon Vigil

    For Mid Century Modern Desk Featuring An Ambrosia Maple Wood Top With Hairpin Legs, Entry Way Table
    5.0

    We ordered a desk with a Maple top and hairpin legs. It turned out beautifully, fits perfectly in our space, and blends in nicely with our decor. John was easy to communicate with and the desk arrived early. I wish we had known about this years ago and saved all those wasted hours looking for the right size desk. I would highly recommend John Northrup!

  • AS

    Amanda Speed

    For Reclaimed Wood Countertop, Custom Tabletop, Unique Desktop
    5.0

    Absolutely love our table top. Not only is it beautiful, but was done so quickly. Custom made was so easy to work with. Thanks again!

  • AC

    Andrea Clement

    For Live Edge Walnut Dining Table With Flat Iron Legs, Walnut Natural Edge Look
    5.0

    We are very happy with the dining table made by John at Blowing Rock WoodWorks. It is truly a piece of art! Throughout the entire planning process the communication was consistent and timely. Our table was completed and deliveredvon schedule. We highly recommend this company and look forward to our next project with them!

  • RR

    Russell Raymond

    For Black Walnut Live Edge Dinning Table
    5.0

    John was great to work with. I would recommend his work.

  • JC

    Janet Crowder

    For Wood Lazy Susan Handmade In North Carolina
    5.0

    This was such a pleasant experience that I can't wait to have another project!

  • CS

    christina sandy

    For Live Edge Walnut Dining Table With Flat Iron Legs, Walnut Natural Edge Look
    5.0

    John was a delight to work with, very professional and detail oriented. He walked me through all my questions as to fabrication so that I could fully understand the construction and materials. He has really thought through the process so that we'll have a beautiful and unique table that will last a lifetime. The results are outstanding. I am very happy with the quality and beauty of the table John created for us. It is a very sturdy and well-constructed table. It will be a conversation piece in our dining room. I'm looking forward to doing more business with John!

  • LG

    Lawrence Goodman

    For Walnut Dining Table, Walnut Tabletop, Modern Dining Table
    5.0

    Couldn't be happier with our new dining table. Thanks so much!

  • LJ

    Lauren Jungquist

    For Walnut And Maple End Grain Cutting Board
    5.0

  • JH

    Jerry Huo

    For Walnut And Steel Console Table
    4.0

    Well packed good value would use again.

  • CM

    Cory Moore

    For Chevron Walnut Table, Reclaimed Wood End Table, Entry Way Table, End Table For Living Room
    5.0

    We have used Blowing Rock Woodworks for several projects and we are very pleased with his work. I am now getting ready to ask John to quote another project. I highly recommend this vendor.

  • VR

    victor radzinsky

    For Mid Century Modern Desk
    5.0

    Very happy with the desk top John built for me. I highly recommend him and will use him again.

  • TH

    Tanya Hooper

    For Tanya's Live Edge Wine Tasting Table
    5.0

    Blowing Rock WoodWorks under John Northup's leadership was absolutely fantastic. He and I created a wine tasting (live edge) table which came out beautiful. John is a true expert and a great business person to work with. He was always in communication and willing to work with me on what I wanted. I would definitely recommend this company and will certainly be coming back to John for future projects!

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