Australian Workshop Creations

05/11/2026

I've recently made a few improvements to my handcrafted Jarrah desk name plaques!

These personalised wooden name plates have been part of my Etsy shop for years, but I've recently simplified the construction to make them easier to produce without compromising on quality.

I also shared a little behind-the-scenes story on Substack, showing the design changes and why I made them.

If you're interested in woodworking and how things are made, you can read about it in the first comment of this post below.

And if you'd like a personalised Jarrah desk name plaque of your own, they're available in my Etsy shop:
https://ausworkshop.etsy.com/au/listing/725353664/engraved-jarrah-wood-desk-name-plaque

Handcrafted right here in my Australian workshop.

This Desk Name Plates item by AusWorkshop has 18 favorites from Etsy shoppers. Ships from Australia. Listed on Nov 3, 2026

25/10/2026

Making a few more of my large handcrafted timber chopping boards this week!

I also have one custom extra-thick board ready to wrap and post if anyone is interested–Only one left.

You can pre-order through my online shop now to secure one from the next batch.

🎄 With Christmas fast approaching, there won't be many more made between now and the end of the year, so get in early if you'd like one!

👉 https://handcraftedtimber.com/product/chopping-board-custom/

Handmade in my Australian workshop. 🇦🇺

25/10/2026

Sawdust is already flying in the workshop, and the Christmas rush hasn’t even officially hit yet! 🪵🪓

If you want to grab a custom piece for under the tree this year—like this deeply carved, scorched cedar sign—you'll want to get your order in fast.

Once the pre-Christmas madness takes over, shop spots fill up quick, and I hate having to tell people I can't squeeze them in. I put a lot of time into carving these clean lines and burning them just right to make that cedar grain pop, so I don't like rushing the process.

Beat the rush and lock in your spot before the books close for December!

📥 Drop me a DM with your idea and let's get your custom sign started.

16/10/2026

Directional signage. Rustic cedar. woodensigns.com.au

14/09/2026

08/09/2026

How I Reuse Disposable Gloves for a Second Coat.

A quick workshop tip for getting another use from disposable gloves when applying a second coat of paint.

I remove the gloves inside out, then use a little compressed air to puff them back into shape - ready for the next coat.

Only reuse gloves for the same suitable job when they’re still clean and undamaged. Never reuse contaminated or torn gloves, and always handle compressed air carefully.



More sign making tips soon at
https://ausworkshop.substack.com/

28/08/2026

Directional signage. Cedar with a rounded step routed edge. Brass plated screw eyes. 👀
🪵 woodensigns.com.au

28/08/2026

18/08/2026

Just for the record there is no AI or filter used in these pics. I make the sign, chuck it on the grass and take a photo, that's it. Yours sincerely Andrew woodensigns.com.au