EnGrained

Many of my loyal followers don’t know I am not a woodworker full time. I’m definitely chasing that dream! But in the meantime I’m a climbing arborist. I spend most of my time every week in the trees 🌳trimming them up, addressing problem branches and even removing dying or dead trees. Can anyone tell me what species I’m working in here???

We’re more than a little jealous of the lucky people receiving these personalized striped serving boards for Christmas. Switching up our classic walnut-maple (center) for exotic rust-red padauk and rich purple heart versions gives us all the 😍.

I spent the weekend hanging out with friends, family and this American elm tree. After acquiring some new equipment this winter, I was itching to add it to my climbing saddle. It was a great excuse to get outdoors.

Today’s view from the office is brought to you by self-employment. I’m doing some alfresco slabbing before the forecasted white stuff rolls in tonight. This linden tree surprised me—I didn’t anticipate such great detail out of it. Still in queue: some undeniably gorgeous walnut logs that we harvested with this tree last week. Lots of future project potential here.