Wood-burned gifts and home furnishings from Maine.

Welcome to Wood on Water, located on Passamaquoddy Bay in the historic seaside community of Eastport, Maine in Washington County.

We specialize in wood-burned and hand-painted distinctive giftware and home furnishings.

Woodburning, or pyrography, literally means "writing with fire", and is the art of using an electric "pen", or stylus, to etch designs into wood and other natural materials. Various pen tips can be used interchangeably to burn in desired effects such as shading and shadows. In the days before electricity, the woodburning tool for this ancient art was heated in the hearth's fire. Once the image is burned onto the wood, color may be added as well as a stain or finish.

Choose from an extensive inventory of themes ranging from nautical to historical. All pieces are original, unique, and handcrafted in our workshop in Eastport, Maine.

Some popular choices include document/keepsake boxes, treasure chests, and lap desks. Browse to view our newest pieces or contact us directly about custom orders such as pet portraits and/or urns for your beloved dog, cat, bird, or other pet. Custom chair rails, baseboards, wildlife scenes, and local or antique maps can also be created. Perhaps you have a favorite flower or would like a wood-burned piece which highlights your boat. The options are limited only by your imagination.

Sunday, December 6, 2009

SPINONE CLUB OF AMERICA TROPHIES IN PROGRESS..

Here are some more Spinone pieces we are working on.....

Spinone Club Of America

The Italian Spinone is an ancient breed of hunting dog, valued for it's endurance, and stamina on hunts. Used primarily for bird hunting, they are known as the "old men" of the hunting breeds, due to their whiskers and human-like expressive eyes!

The SCOA, in Colorado, will be holding their National Specialties in Pennsylvania , in April 2010, and Dave and I have been asked to do the trophies for the show, so we will be busy this winter, helping them out with this. Here is a sample of the dogs I did, and some of the things we are working on. Enjoy!

Monday, September 28, 2009

Trays !

Here are some great Trays We have been doing! The one with the five cats, was a high gloss finish, so forgive us for the glare. The same motif is being done on the tray with the black and white dogs. The last one, which we haven't added the sides to yet, has a wonderful butterfly motif, which was quite a challenge. The not so great photo of the dog, sitting on a couch, was the image I had to work with for this.
Another great gift idea! These run from $75, to $125

Friday, July 24, 2009

UNIQUE ADDITION

Bog, or Watchman Chairs

These unique, and surprisingly comfortable chairs, are used in Africa, by the men who watch over the village at night. Also said to have been used by Dentists, during the Civil War. Some feel that these chairs have medieval roots as well.

Made form two planks of Rock Maple, forming an X, they are simplicity itself ! Bog chairs make a wonderful accent piece, that is functional as well!

Dimensions......... Each plank is 36-40" long (can be longer if desired)
Back plank is 12" wide
cross plank is 12" wide at the seat, 8" wide behind seat
Price:.....................$75-$100

Labels: bog chairs, home accents, primitive furniture, rustic chairs, rustic furniture

Thursday, June 11, 2009

SOMETHING DIFFERENT

Recently, I was commissioned to do a T.P. tower, for a client, and the results were great ! She was very pleased! Although we do not build these, she was able to get this unique piece for me to design, from a W Virginia company that makes great unfinished home accent pieces, and small home furnishings. Lots of great things for crafters too! Contact: ...........THE WOOD LINE INC.
HC 61 Box 18
Franklin, WV 26807
Phone...... 304 358-2460
or e-mail Chuck Dow at...cdowtwl@aol.com

Labels: toilet tissue tower

Saturday, May 9, 2009

The Artistic Process

I use Pyrography, which literally means, "writing with fire" to add definition, depth, texture, and to extend the life of the image . The burned in lines will stand the test of time.

I use a variety of designs, from ones that I create, to interesting images that I find. I particularly like antique, and vintage images, that have so much to offer. Many of my designs are provided to me by my clients who want a Pet Portrait, or perhaps a Family Crest, Military motif, their boat, or house, Maps, the possibilities are endless! Have an idea of what you would like to see, but don't have an image(s)? I will research it, send you images, and work with you to attain the perfect design for your piece at no extra charge! Box sizes can also be altered to be made larger or smaller!

Much thought and care, go into each piece that Dave and I create, making for a wonderful and most unique gift, for someone, or for yourself!

Labels: custom boxes, handcrafted gifts, military commemoratives, one of a kind gifts, pet urns pet portraits, pyrographic gifts, pyrography, wedding gifts

Thursday, May 7, 2009

New Ideas for 2009!

Here at Wood On Water, 2009 promises to be a great year!

We are offering a new economically friendly price-list for out clients. As always, the highest standard of craftsmanship is offered to all, at an affordable price!

Like the convenience of buying Boxed wine, but wish it looked more attractive on your table or bar? The solution is here! This year we have created a cover for boxed wine, that lifts on and off, with a cut-out for the spout, and a handle on the top, for easy lifting. Simply place the cover over your Boxed wine, for a lovely presentation, and then when the wine is done, just lift off the cover, and replace the empty wine box with a new one!!

Covers come with your choice of Designs, and retails for $75.00 Order yours Today!

Friday, May 1, 2009

OUR MISSION

Here at Wood On Water, we believe that like ourselves, people work hard for their money, and deserve only the best product for the best price! We work closely with each of our clients, to assure that their vision for their custom made Lap Desk, wine carrier, or box cover, Pet Portrait keepsake box/Urn, tray, chest, wall panel, etc. is made a reality.It is a fun and fruitful process, that our clients tell us they enjoy very much!

The end result? a heirloom quality piece, that will be treasured for years to come. We introduce new items each year, and keep our prices in sync with the economy, even when it means lowering our prices as we have done this year!

We are so sure that you will be thrilled with our work, that if you are dissatisfied in any way, we will make you a new piece at no cost to you!!! All the materials we use, from our wood, to the lovely restoration knobs and hinges we use, are top quality. You can even send us a knob or ring pull of your own, for us to use on your piece. See our customer testimonials!

Labels: mission statement

Thursday, April 30, 2009

New! Handcrafted, Unfinished boxes for crafters!

By Popular demand!

We are now offering our handcrafted pieces, unfinished, and ready for you to work your magic on them, in your preferred medium!

Because we ourselves, found it so difficult, to find quality things to wood-burn and paint, we began making our own, from Maine white pine. We are now, offering these beautiful pieces at reasonable prices to you! Choose from small to large lap desks, boxes, wine boxes, and trays. Prices range from call Amy at the workshop,(207 853-4025) for details and ordering!
Prices:
WINE BOXES-$40
12"x12" lap (shown) $45
LARGE LAPS- $55
LARGE CHESTS, FLAT &DOME TOPS- $50
TRAYS-$ 25
SMALL PET URN/KEEPSAKE BOXES $25

Labels: boxes, boxes for crafters, lap desks, trays for crafts, unfinished boxes, unfinished wood, wine boxes

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

FOR THE WINE LOVER

A wonderful gift, for the wine lover in your life, our custom wine boxes, are sure to please. At 15" high, 6.5" Wide, and 5.5" Deep, our boxes will also hold a magnum of a favorite wine. Choose from motifs available, or have any image you desire done. Rope handle, makes your wine box easy to carry. CHRISTMAS IS COMING! Order yours today, to insure delivery by the 25th of December!

Labels: custom wine boxes, wine boxes, wine gifts wine carriers, wine lovers gifts

Monday, April 20, 2009

TRULY UNIQUE CUSTOM PET URNS AND PORTRAITS

CUSTOM PET URNS AND PORTRAITS

From Wood On Water

Our Pets are important members
of our families! Here, your Pets Portrait can be done
on an urn, chest, wine carrier, lap desk wall board, and more. Done from your
Pets photo, We wood burn it, hand paint it, and stain and finish the piece.
Each step, is done with great care and detail, Making our Pet Portraits and
Urns, Top of the line, in originality, craftsmanship, and value!

These one of a kind pet memorials, will be something that will invoke the best of memories, and we feel honored, when we are asked to create one!

Labels: Custom Pet Portraits And Urns, custom pet memorials, handmade pet urns, one of a kind pet urns, unique pet urns

Sunday, March 1, 2009

Our work is always evolving

As time goes on, we strive to always provide fresh and interesting inventory for our clients! This year we introduced trays, and 12" by 12" lap desks, with restoration hinges and jack chains for lid support. Shown is a new design for my elegant 6 sided chest, with a gorgeous brass restoration ring pull.

Labels: handcrafted gifts, lap desk, trays pyrography, Wood On Water

Thursday, October 2, 2008

Custom Sign for Patuxent Flies

Greg Cwalina, is the proud owner of a Maryland based business called Patuxent flies, where he hand ties, beautiful and delicate, but sturdy flies for fly fishing. We made this Paddle for him, which is about 42" long, to use at shows that he does, where it will hang over the entrance to his space, where his fly displays are. As you can see, the name of the business is incorporated into a nice trout/river scene, and a number of Greg's fly collection, adorn the handle. A Big Hit!
Have any ideas for your business or hobby? Call or E-Mail us today!

Labels: custom signs, fly fishing, handcrafted signs, signs, wood burning, wood paddles

Wednesday, May 7, 2008

VINTAGE IMAGES

I love looking for old images, and reproducing them, in Pyrography. Here are two examples of lap desks, I have done, and will feature in my shop, Wood On Water this season. First is a tile design, by 19th century artist Walter Crane, of a shore bird and fish. Who's feeding who? Second is a Vintage crate label for grapes. Enjoy!

Tuesday, April 22, 2008

MY SQUIDOO LENS

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Check out my lens on Squidoo!, you will see more of our work, with links to some of our albums. We hope you will find our work unique, and worthy of future reference for your gift giving needs! ...www.squidoo.com/giftspetportraits

Labels: art, gifts, holiday gifts, pet memorials, pet portraits, pet urns, pets, pyrography, shopping, squidoo, unique gifts

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