BKBrian Kelly
Old Tree Handmade Furniture
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.
My name is Brian Kelly, and Old Tree started with a simple love for making things by hand. I built my first chair as a kid using alder branches I cut down myself, bolted together, and wrapped with jute rope in my dad’s shop. That early spark never really left me. I went on to earn a degree in forest products, not entirely sure where it would lead, but eventually found myself back in the shop—this time at a local maker space learning CNC machines. That’s where I designed my very first bar stool, the Windmill Stool, which is still my best seller today.
I opened an Etsy shop and began shipping stools across the country. Before long, my work was showing up everywhere from breweries and coffee shops to family homes. Over the years I’ve had the privilege of making everything from mid-century chairs to hand-carved kitchen cabinets to massive conference tables built with salvaged brass propellers. Through all of it, one thing has remained constant: I love designing and building furniture that people truly live with.
Today, Old Tree Furniture is based in Panacea, Florida, after starting in Sandpoint, Idaho back in 2014. I design and build each piece with the same care and attention to detail that first drew me to woodworking. Walnut has become my favorite material—its depth and warmth always seem to bring a piece to life—but I also work extensively with metal. Combining the two gives me the freedom to create designs that feel both timeless and strong, with a balance you won’t find anywhere else.
To me, furniture is functional art. It does more than provide a place to sit or gather—it sets the tone of a room and becomes part of people’s lives. That’s why I treat every project as personal, whether I’m building a single stool or an entire custom kitchen.
My mission with Old Tree is simple: to create furniture that feels intentional, looks remarkable, and lasts for generations.
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Maker Policies
Shipping Policy
Shipping policy Processing & Lead Times: All orders (excluding custom orders) are processed within 5 to 15 business days (excluding weekends and holidays) after receiving your order confirmation email. You will receive another notification when your order has shipped. Domestic Shipping Only: Shipping is free! However, we only ship within the United States, excluding Alaska and Hawaii Local delivery: Local deliveries are free! However we only deliver within a 60 mile radius of our location in Panacea, FL. We will contact you via text message and phone call with the phone number you provided at checkout to set up a date and time for delivery How do I check the status of my order? When your order has shipped, you will receive an email notification from us which will include a tracking number you can use to check its status. Please allow 48 hours for the tracking information to become available. If you haven’t received your order within 10 business days of receiving your shipping confirmation email, please contact us at oldtree.brian@gmail.com with your name and order number, and we will look into it for you.
Refund Policy
SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY We accept returns up to 30 days after delivery, if the item is in its original condition, and we will refund the full order amount EXCLUDING the shipping costs for the return. In the event that your order arrives damaged in any way, please email us as soon as possible with your order number and a photo of the item’s condition. We address these on a case-by-case basis but will try our best to work towards a satisfactory solution. If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to contact us. See return policy. Return Policy We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return. To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unused, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase. To start a return, you can contact us at oldtree.brian@gmail.com. If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted. You can always contact us for any return questions at oldtree.brian@gmail.com. Damages and issues Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right. Exceptions / non-returnable items Certain types of items cannot be returned, custom products (such as special orders or personalized items). Please get in touch if you have questions or concerns about your specific item. Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on sale items or gift cards. Exchanges The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item. Refunds We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.
