The moment I saw the designs, I knew exactly what wood had to carry them: the rich, deep-toned cherry I picked up from Al at the local sawmill. That cherry has such incredible figure and warmth — it practically glows under finish, perfect for honoring grit, discipline, and heart on the mat.

Heart-inspired cutting boards in locally milled American Black Walnut, Hickory, and Cherry from the Sourland Mountains. Plus a beautiful Cherry live-edge candle holders — natural bark edges and inclusions preserved, with recessed tea lights and a custom-fit tabletop fire pit spot!

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Heart-inspired cutting boards in locally milled American Black Walnut, Hickory, and Cherry from the Sourland Mountains.

Plus a beautiful Cherry live-edge candle holders — natural bark edges and inclusions preserved, with recessed tea lights and a custom-fit tabletop fire pit spot!

Every great project starts with an idea. For Holly, it was a memory of that perfect summer afternoon on Barnegat Bay — her husband and daughter sailing a beautifully restored catboat out of the Surf City, Long Beach Island.

Kick off your holiday making with zero stress—our Super Simple 3D-Printed Ornament Workshop is designed for absolute beginners (no prior experience necessary!).

Looking for a one of a kind unique holiday gift or tree decorations? Introducing our Last-Minute Custom Layered Christmas Ornaments – one-of-a-kind keepsakes made on the Glowforge, personalized just for you, and shipped flat for easy at-home assembly!

Join Carlina and Patrick for a very specialnight of creativity and fun at our Build Your Own Mosaic Ornament Workshop!Perfect for beginners and seasoned makers alike, this hands-on class will guide you through the process of crafting your own custom wooden mosaic ornament.