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We make custom signs and furniture from reclaimed barnwood. Each piece is unique just like you & your fingerprint. I’m Bobby Swanson.

Whether you're looking for a one-of-a-kind sign or that custom piece of furniture to finish off your space we've got you covered. By day I’m an architectural drafter detailing big elaborate buildings by night I’m a handy man toodling in the shop. I have two amazing boys, Landon who is 9 and Hudson who is 5. I also have a beautiful wife who helps me behind the scenes. After moving into our forever home I started making my wife projects she found on pinterest. Those small projects have grown into me dismantling old buildings and using the wood that would otherwise be discarded to make rustic décor. I also repurpose old furniture into new treasures. I love the idea of saving something that would normally be thrown away and making it into something new and unique. My favorite thing to make is pictures frames but enjoy trying new things. I will even take requests and make custom items. I love when my boys join me in the garage or shed and work on their own creations or run around and play. All of our products are made of wood and no two pieces will be the same. Some will have more or less knots or markings and some wood takes the stain a little more, some a little less etc. We put a lot of thought and love into each one of our creations. Like a fingerprint, your creation will be completely one of a kind. We love the fact that what we do isn’t perfect, that is what makes it so special. Our products are perfectly imperfect!

31/10/2026

Are you in need of a one of a kind charcuterie board to prepare for your holiday gatherings? They come in 2 sizes large 16x24 and 10 x 16.

24/10/2026

All set up and ready to go in Hickman today. We are set up downtown at the community center.

09/10/2026

Another happy client on this build. A beautiful white oak table 7’ long and 38” wide with bench (not pictured). The client on this one specifically wanted it to match her kitchen cabinets, counters and floors and even though they live in Omaha we made the communication work and find the right look and stain. Also, big shout out to my nephew for assisting with the delivery. From a pile of boards to a custom piece.

22/09/2026

See you there on October 3rd.

10/09/2026

Finally finished a project for the house that has been on my list for almost a year. I bought these slabs a year ago and they have been drying in the shop since and I couldn’t wait to see what these oak slabs looked like. They did not disappoint. I currently have 4 more large slabs like this in the shop if anyone is interested in a custom piece.

05/09/2026

Adding to the inventory of charcuterie boards with the custom laser work available. Get your orders in today.

28/08/2026

So a client sent me an inspiration photo of an all wood table stained in a dark walnut and added a bench to the build. This white oak table did not disappoint.

04/08/2026

Throw back to one of the favorite builds. Three completely different tables. First a white oak dining table stained black and a modern gold base. Next a monkey pod cookie slab from Costa Rica for the eat in kitchen and last the 4’ diameter walnut coffee table for the sitting nook on the basement. Let me know which one is your favorite.

24/07/2026

Been working really hard in the most current build. I am really proud of myself for trying something new. I have never made a waterfall edge and to say I was nervous would be an understatement. This walnut is beautiful and has amazing character.

16/07/2026

In need of a one of a kind charcuterie board for your gatherings. There is also engraving available for an additional fee.

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