When I'm not playing guitar, I enjoy creating things from wood. I began making things for the home, but after some positive interest from friends and family, I now sell various handmade items online. Below are examples of the items I'm currently making and selling. Please click on the photos for a closer look. If you see anything of interest, please get in touch via the contact page or visit my Amazon and Etsy sales pages for current stock. All items can be ordered directly from me and bespoke requests discussed. I don’t have a shop facility, but payments can be taken securely by PayPal. Please contact me for details.
If you're in the Surrey / North Hampshire area, I sometimes have a stall at local craft fairs where you can see my items before buying. Upcoming dates are listed below:
29th October 2022, 10am-4pm - Cranleigh Village Hall, Village Way, Cranleigh GU6 8AF
12th November 2022, 10am-4pm - Godalming Borough Hall, 3 Bridge Street, Godalming GU7 1HW
10th December 2022, 10am-4pm - Cranleigh Village Hall, Village Way, Cranleigh GU6 8AF
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MAGNETIC WALL-MOUNTED KNIFE RACKS
My very popular knife racks are handmade from solid Walnut, Oak, Kiaat, Wild Mango, Beech and Ash. Strong, neodymium rare earth magnets are enclosed in the back enabling the knives to be held securely and evenly spaced.
Bespoke sizes can also be created to hold any required number of knives and from a variety of timbers, if I have them in stock (see photo).
The racks have a satin, sanded finish with an application of food-safe mineral oil.
Hidden keyhole fixings on the back ensure a clean, simple and elegant finish.
SOLID WOOD SALT & PEPPER PINCH POTS
My highly popular pinch pots are made from solid oak, walnut, sapele or a chess board design of walnut & maple. They can also be used as tea light holders.
Finished with food-safe mineral oil.
WALL-MOUNTED WINE RACKS
My wall-mounted zigzag wine racks elegantly and securely hold 6 full bottles of wine. The rack can be ordered in solid wild mango or oak and can be made to hold either 4 or 6 bottles.
The racks have a satin, clear wax finish to enhance the natural beauty of the wood.
Designed to be mounted on a masonry wall, the racks come complete with secure fixings and mounting instructions.
SOLID WOOD, WALL-MOUNTED WATCH RACKS
These watch racks are designed to hold up to 8 watches, keeping them safe and accessible. The racks can be made from a variety of woods and can be ordered in 2-6 watch sizes. The wood is finished with Danish oil to protect and enhance the timber. Hidden keyhole fixings ensure the rack is securely attached to the wall.
BONE-SHAPED DOG LEAD/LEASH RACKS
My popular wall-mounted, bone-shaped, dog lead racks are handmade from solid oak, wild mango, walnut or ash and have two large, acorn tipped, cast iron hooks for hanging dog leads and collars.
The racks have a smooth, clear wax polish finish, which protects and enhances the natural wood.
Hidden keyhole fixings ensure the rack is securely attached to the wall.
TOWEL RAILS, KITCHEN ROLL & LOO ROLL HOLDERS
These elegant racks are handmade from solid oak. The dowel roller is also solid oak. They are finished with a clear Danish oil to protect and enhance the natural wood.
The towel rails can be made to any length (up to 650mm) and have a fixed roller (the roller length will be 50mm less than the total width). The kitchen and loo roll holders are designed to fit most common sizes of roll and feature an easily removable roller for quick changes.
The racks can be mounted either on a wall or cupboard using the keyholes cut into the back and are supplied with fittings and instructions.
SOLID WOOD JIGSAW PUZZLES
Hand-crafted wooden jigsaw puzzles for little fingers. Each puzzle is satin sanded with an application of food-safe wax/mineral oil finish. The pieces slot together easily and the assembled puzzle can be displayed freestanding on a shelf or cupboard. Dimensions vary from 160mm to 200mm in height.
Freestanding Letters & Ornaments
A selection of freestanding letters and ornaments. The letters are 13cm high and the treble clef is 18cm high.
SOLID WOOD CANOE PADDLE RACKS
Ideal for displaying and keeping paddles safe and accessible. The featured racks are for 3 or 5 traditional pear-gripped wooden paddles. The racks are suitable for most popular and handmade pear grip paddles, including Grey Owl, Freebird and Downcreek. They are not suitable for whitewater T-grips or offset grips.
SOLID WOOD CASE FOR MORAKNIV 164
Hand-crafted from sustainable hardwood offcuts, this knife case is made to order specifically for the popular Mora 164 wood carving hook knife. A strong neodymium magnet is set into the rotating lid, which holds the knife and lid secure when closed. The design offers excellent protection for the blade and a safe method to store your knife. The case is smooth sanded with rounded edges and finished with Danish oil.
PLEASE NOTE - this case is made for the new style Mora 164 with the rounded tip. I do not have access to the older pointed version, so cannot guarantee it will fit.
The case in the photos is made from cherry and iroko offcuts. Depending upon available timber, I also use beech, walnut, ash or maple.
The case is priced at £19 (plus £3.50 p&p) and is available to order directly from me (the displayed knife is not included). Please use the contact page if you are interested in ordering one.
WALL-MOUNTED BIKE BOX
This handmade, wall-mounted bike box / hanger is designed to save precious space by mounting your bike on a wall, keeping it out of harm's way.
Made from solid pine, it features a storage box for shoes and helmet and has two brushed stainless steel clothes hooks for jerseys/waterproofs. Foam tubing protects the bike frame.
Although designed for road bikes, it will also hold a mountain bike (see photo).
The box comes with strong fixings for masonry walls, but can also be mounted on a timber surface. The box is only suitable for interior mounting.
Box dimensions (approx): (H) 290mm ( W) 320mm (D) 370mm. Weight 4kg (approx).
Maximum full handlebar width: 640mm.
This item is made to order (approx 10 days lead time if materials are in stock).
MISCELLANEOUS CREATIONS
Here is a selection of some of the other items I make. Please click on the photos to enlarge them.
This is a folding chair for classical guitarists, which I made for my own use. Made from American oak and with an ergonomically designed seat and back rest, specifically for support when playing the guitar for long periods of time.
The chair has accompanied me to many gigs since and is very comfortable and supportive, particularly for the lower back.
This was my first major woodworking project. It was a learning process, particularly the upholstering, but the end result was everything I wanted.
The chair is not for sale and not currently available to order, due to high labour and material costs.