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This is more than a collection of handcrafted objects—it’s a living archive of transformation, memory, and meaning. Every piece you see here began as something forgotten: salvaged wood, remnants of the past, fragments from storms or felled trees. Through a process of slow craft and intentional design, these materials are given new form and purpose.

Whether turned on a lathe, hand-carved, or shaped by fire and time, each work is an exploration of balance between the raw and the refined.

Some pieces are functional. Others are sculptural. All are vessels of narrative—holding space for ritual, connection, and beauty born from the natural world.

Take your time. Wander through. Let your hands imagine what it would feel like to hold each object. And know that behind every curve and edge is a deep respect for both material and meaning.

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Guardian of the Grove

Sculptural Bowl in Reclaimed Red Cedar

 

Hand-turned from reclaimed red cedar, Guardian of the Grove draws inspiration from the protective strength of a bear and the quiet wisdom of the forest. Its form, reminiscent of a bear paw, speaks to ancestral guardianship—an emblem of both power and care, rooted deeply in wild earth.

With sweeping curves and a raw, open edge, this piece carries the presence of something both ancient and alive. The swirling grain—ranging from golden honey to deep red earth—flows like memory through the wood, telling the story of transformation, resilience, and return.

Polished to a silky finish with a food-safe blend of oil and beeswax, this bowl invites ritual use, mindful touch, and deep connection. Whether as a centerpiece, ceremonial vessel, or sacred object in your space, it stands as a quiet protector—of story, of place, of spirit.

Product Details:
• Material: Reclaimed red cedar
• Height: Approx. 30cm
• Finish: Hand-sanded, food-safe oil and beeswax blend
• Uses: Ritual vessel, heirloom decor, or sculptural centerpiece

The Hollowed Heart

Sculptural Bowl in Ash

The Hollowed Heart is an ode to the quiet resilience of wood shaped by time and decay-a sculptural bowl hand-turned from spalted maple, shaped by time and touched by decay. Its form, open and irregular, reflects the natural story written in the grain, where transformation and imperfection become beauty.

To create this piece, the lathe itself had to be specially weighted—an unusual and deliberate step—making space for the bowl’s asymmetry and sculptural flow. Every curve was carved with care, allowing the wood’s voice to lead. The spalting, a natural process of fungal coloring, weaves dark veins through warm hues of amber, honey, and charcoal, revealing the quiet alchemy of decomposition and renewal.

Finished with a food-safe oil and beeswax blend, this vessel is both grounded and ethereal. Whether displayed as a ritual object, heirloom, or sculptural centerpiece, it invites stillness, story, and reverence for the wild forms of nature.

Product Details:
• Material: Spalted maple (sustainably sourced)
• Width: Approx. 25–28cm
• Technique: Hand-turned; lathe specially weighted for balance during sculpting
• Finish: Food-safe oil and beeswax blend
• Uses: Ritual vessel, centerpiece, functional sculpture

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Ember-Seed Bud Vase

Sculptural Red Cedar Vase

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Mixed Wood Creation

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Location

Discover Essex County,  Ontario 

Where Country Charm Meets Vineyard Views. Nestled in the heart of Southwestern Ontario’s wine country, Essex is a hidden gem where rolling farmland meets Lake Erie’s breeze. Just a short drive from Windsor, this small town offers big flavour — with local wineries, farmers’ markets, historic trails, and cozy rural escapes. Whether you’re sipping craft cider, cycling the scenic Greenway, or browsing artisan shops, Essex invites you to slow down, savour the moment, and reconnect with the land.

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