Inspired by Nature, Crafted by Hand

Handcrafted premium domestic and exotic hardwood carvings inspired by nature and designed to become part of your family's story.

A logo for Bandsaw Carvings featuring a wood forest scene with a chainsaw carving of a moose and a tree, mountains, and pine trees in the background, and the text "From Forest to Home," established in 2023.

Featured Pieces

Peacock - Oak with painted accents
$130.00

A Symbol of Beauty, Confidence, and Renewal

Few birds command attention quite like the peacock. Admired throughout history for its magnificent display of feathers, the peacock has long symbolized beauty, confidence, dignity, and renewal. Across many cultures, it also represents prosperity, protection, and the courage to embrace one's individuality. Whether displayed as a statement piece or given as a meaningful gift, the peacock serves as a reminder to celebrate life's beauty while standing confidently in who we are.

This handcrafted peacock is created from Oak, one of North America's most respected hardwoods. Known for its exceptional strength, distinctive grain, and warm natural color, Oak provides the perfect canvas for this elegant design. The body proudly showcases the natural beauty of the hardwood, while the individually handcrafted tail feathers feature hand-painted artist's accents inspired by the rich blues and greens that have made the peacock one of nature's most recognizable birds. These carefully applied accents complement, rather than conceal, the wood's natural beauty, creating a striking balance between craftsmanship and artistic expression.

Every Bandsaw Carving is individually cut by hand from solid hardwood, then carefully shaped, sanded, and finished to highlight the natural character of the wood. True to the Bandsaw Carvings philosophy, the beauty of the hardwood remains the focal point of every piece, while thoughtfully applied artist's accents enhance the design without overwhelming it.

Whether displayed in a home, office, or garden-inspired space, this handcrafted peacock adds elegance, color, and timeless character to any setting while serving as a lasting reminder of beauty, confidence, and renewal. You can choose colors as well - shown with blue and green accents.

Specifications

  • Collection: Backyard Birds Collection

  • Wood Species: Oak

  • Hand-painted artist's accents

  • Dimensions: 8" H × 8" W

  • Thickness: 1.5 inch

  • Individually handcrafted in Ohio

  • Finished by hand

  • Each piece is unique due to the natural variation in hardwood grain and color what this product is about.

Great Horned Owl - Quarter-Sawn Oak
$60.00

A Symbol of Wisdom, Awareness, and Independence

With its commanding presence, distinctive ear tufts, and intense gaze, the Great Horned Owl is one of North America’s most recognizable birds of prey. Known for its remarkable vision, quiet flight, and ability to thrive in a wide range of environments, the Great Horned Owl is often associated with wisdom, awareness, independence, and watchfulness.

This handcrafted Great Horned Owl is made from quarter-sawn oak, a distinctive cut of wood prized for its prominent grain and characteristic ray fleck. The natural figuring of the oak complements the owl’s form, creating visual interest across the body while allowing the silhouette to remain the defining feature of the piece. Variations in the grain ensure that no two owls will appear exactly alike.

Every Great Horned Owl is individually cut by hand on the bandsaw, then shaped, sanded, and finished to reveal the natural character of the quarter-sawn oak. Its prominent ear tufts, rounded body, and recognizable profile establish the subject without the need for engraved feathers or added detail. As with the rest of the Bandsaw Carvings collection, the silhouette establishes the subject while the wood provides its individuality.

Specifications

  • Collection: Woodland Collection

  • Wood Species: Quarter-Sawn Oak

  • Craftsmanship: Individually cut, shaped, sanded, and finished by hand

  • Material: Solid hardwood

  • Finish: Applied to enhance and protect the natural character of the wood

  • Natural Variation: Grain, color, and ray fleck will vary, making each carving unique

Northern Cardinal - Exotic Wood - Padauk
$35.00

A Symbol of Hope and Love

Few birds capture the beauty of nature quite like the Northern Cardinal. With its brilliant red plumage and familiar song, the cardinal has long been associated with hope, love, renewal, and the enduring connection we share with family and those we hold dear. For many, the appearance of a cardinal serves as a comforting reminder that loved ones are never far away.

This handcrafted cardinal is created from Padauk, an extraordinary hardwood native to the tropical forests of Central and West Africa. Highly prized by fine woodworkers, Padauk is celebrated for its naturally vibrant crimson-orange color that closely mirrors the rich hues of the cardinal itself. Unlike painted or stained wood, the remarkable color you see is created by nature. Over time, Padauk gracefully matures into deeper reddish-brown tones, giving each carving even more character with age.

Specifications:

  • Collection: Backyard Birds

  • Wood Species: Padauk

  • Thickness: 7/8 inch

  • Dimensions: 6½" H × 4¾" W

  • Individually handcrafted in Ohio

  • Finished by hand

  • Each piece is one of a kind due to the natural variation in hardwood grain and color

Maple Leaf - offered with a stain maple, red, or green accent
$60.00

A Symbol of Change, Growth, and the Beauty of the Seasons

Few natural forms capture the changing seasons as beautifully as the maple leaf. From the fresh greens of spring and summer to the brilliant reds of autumn, the maple leaf has become a familiar symbol of change, growth, endurance, and the beauty found in nature's transitions.

Appropriately, this handcrafted Maple Leaf is created from Maple, a North American hardwood admired for its light natural coloration, durability, and subtle grain. Raised hardwood accents create depth within the leaf and are available in natural wood or with hand-painted artist's accents inspired by seasonal color. Choose natural for an understated year-round appearance, green for spring and summer, or red for the warmth of autumn.

Each Maple Leaf is individually cut by hand on the bandsaw, shaped, sanded, assembled, and finished. The combination of natural hardwood and layered accents gives the piece dimension while preserving the recognizable simplicity of one of nature's most familiar forms.

Specifications

  • Collection: Nature & Garden Collection

  • Wood Species: Maple

  • Dimensions: approximately 7" H × 8½" W

  • Hardwood Thickness: 1"

  • Accent Options: Natural Stained Hardwood, Green Artist's Accent, Red Artist's Accent

  • Individually handcrafted in Ohio

  • Each leaf displays natural variations in Maple grain and color

From Forest to Home

Whether celebrating the beauty of wildlife, creating a meaningful gift, or beginning a Family Forest tradition, every Bandsaw Carving is individually handcrafted from premium or exotic hardwood and made to be enjoyed for years to come.

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Our Journey to Present …

Explore a collection of handcrafted creations inspired by nature and brought to life through understated, timeless design. Every unique piece reflects a commitment to craftsmanship, premium domestic and exotic hardwoods (including barnwood), and artwork created to become part of your home, business, community park, traditions, and memories.

Wood mosaic art depicting a mountain landscape with layered textures and various wood tones.
A smiling man wearing glasses, a wide-brimmed hat with decorative elements, a plaid shirt, and a quilted jacket, outdoors with trees in the background.
A mural depicting a city skyline with buildings, a bridge, trees, and hills, painted with various shades of brown, green, and gray.

THE CATALYST

3 C’s are for the Cincinnati, Columbus, and Cleveland skyline (left to right). As there are beehives on the property, you will see two bees on the piece.  Located at the Holmes County Open Air Art Museum on the property at the Inn at Honey Run.

The concept is to highlight Ohio’s three large cities, yet come to The Inn among the rolling hills, streams, and landscape of Holmes County. Reclaimed barnwood is the medium.

THE INSPIRATION

I have always wanted to travel the fjords in Norway … so I brought them to me.

A woodworking or crafting setup with a framed piece of furniture in progress on a machine, surrounded by various tools and machinery in a workshop.

Capturing the Wind and Blown Leaves … One Cut at a Time.

Embossed on every handcrafted piece and thoughtfully crafted.

Showcasing the Peace of the Mountains

Few places inspire a sense of peace and wonder quite like the mountains. Towering peaks, flowing streams, and open skies remind us to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with the beauty of the natural world. Mountain Serenity captures that quiet moment when sunlight touches the mountaintops, and a winding stream invites you to follow its path into the landscape beyond.

Created from a carefully selected combination of premium domestic and exotic hardwoods, each wood species contributes its own natural color, grain, and texture to the composition. The warmth of the mountains, the flowing movement of the stream, and the layered landscape are achieved through the natural character of the hardwood itself rather than paints or artificial finishes. Every board brings its own unique beauty, ensuring that no two pieces are ever exactly alike.

Every Bandsaw Carving is individually handcrafted, shaped, assembled, and finished by hand. True to the Bandsaw Carvings philosophy, the natural beauty of the wood becomes an essential part of the artwork, allowing each piece to celebrate both craftsmanship and the timeless beauty of nature.

Whether displayed in a home, office, cabin, or mountain retreat, Mountain Serenity offers a lasting reminder of the quiet strength, beauty, and inspiration found in the outdoors

A tall wooden frame displays a mosaic wall with three sections: top section has white and gray stacked stone, middle section has wood and stone arranged in a pointed mountain pattern, and bottom section features dark and light wood pieces.

Capturing the Heart of Ohio’s Capital …along the Scioto River

Few skylines represent the growth, energy, and character of a community quite like downtown Columbus. From its recognizable skyline and historic bridges to the steady flow of the Scioto River, Columbus reflects a city where history, innovation, and opportunity come together. This handcrafted piece celebrates the city's architectural character while honoring the craftsmanship and natural beauty found in reclaimed lumber.

Much of the wood in this piece came from a barn built in the early 1900s. Planks of native wood species of Hickory, Walnut, Oak, and Cherry from the homestead, harvested on site, had been stored in the loft for nearly 100 years and were used in this piece.

Wooden cityscape model with buildings and bridge, labeled 'Columbus, Ohio, 2019 Skyline'

Nature Captured through Premium Domestic and Exotic Hardwoods

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