TBTim Brookes
The Endangered Alphabets Project
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.
Since 2009 I have been carving pieces of text in endangered alphabets as a way to preserve them and draw attention to their plight.
My work has been featured all over North American, including the Smithsonian Institution.
In order to support this non-profit work (and because I love carving) I do a steady stream of custom carvings, sometimes in these beautiful, exotic scripts, sometimes in English, sometimes as stand-alone artwork, sometimes as carved inscriptions in items of furniture to make the piece unique and more meaningful to the client.
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Maker Policies
Shipping Policy
Most smaller items ship all over the world. Items of furniture ship within the United States.
Installation Policy
None
Maker Policy
Before I ship a piece, I photograph it and send the photograph to the client as a final step in the approval process. (A client may also make arrangements to visit in person.) I make and pack every item myself, taking great care and pride in what I do. If somehow the item is damaged in transit I will accept the return and refund the buyer. I charge a non-refundable fee of 1/3 the purchase price that enables me to buy materials; this fee is payable with the initial order. I am not responsible if the piece is damaged once in the client's possession, but I may be able to effect repairs for an agreed price.
