Thank you for visiting Masterpiece Woodcrafters!
I have created a unique line of gifts and antique reproductions that are individually handcrafted utilizing
construction methods that were common prior to the 20th century. All of the items are made of solid
wood, and are assembled using pegs and glue, dovetail or box joinery, with no nails used in the
construction. Each piece is individually assembled, then finished and polished by hand.
Many of my pieces are adorned with punchwork, based primarily on quilting patterns from the 18th and
19th centuries, as well as many Celtic inspired designs. Each design is painstakingly punched by hand, one
dot at a time, using an awl and a rawhide mallet that belonged to my great-grandfather who was also a
woodworker.
I am a charter member of both the Art and Artisans Showcase Elgin Style and of the Elgin Arts
Association, and I served as the first President of that organization. In December 2005, I was among the
first to be named a "Texas Original" by the Texas Commission on the Arts.
I encourage you to visit my gallery of currently available items. If you don't see what you are looking for,
drop me a note and let me know what you would like to see. I regularly make boxes and larger furniture
pieces to order, and a number of these pieces can be seen on the "Made to Order" page. Whether it is one
of the items pictured, a different punchwork pattern or something completely different, I am certain that
we can accommodate your wishes.
If you are an 18th or 19th century reenactor or living historian, there is a section featuring items which are
faithful reproductions of original 19th century items located in museums around the country or that belong
to private collectors. I have also just completed my first large-scale movie prop rental, and I plan to expand
this part of my business significantly in the coming months. Please take a look at the new movie props
page on this site to see a number of my pieces on the set of The Man Who Came Back. This movie resulted
in my first screen credit, as Assistant Set Decorator, with a "Special Thanks" to Masterpiece Woodcrafters.
Again, thank you for visiting Masterpiece Woodcrafters, and I look forward to working for you.
Regards,
Michael Strange
Artisan & Owner
I have created a unique line of gifts and antique reproductions that are individually handcrafted utilizing
construction methods that were common prior to the 20th century. All of the items are made of solid
wood, and are assembled using pegs and glue, dovetail or box joinery, with no nails used in the
construction. Each piece is individually assembled, then finished and polished by hand.
Many of my pieces are adorned with punchwork, based primarily on quilting patterns from the 18th and
19th centuries, as well as many Celtic inspired designs. Each design is painstakingly punched by hand, one
dot at a time, using an awl and a rawhide mallet that belonged to my great-grandfather who was also a
woodworker.
I am a charter member of both the Art and Artisans Showcase Elgin Style and of the Elgin Arts
Association, and I served as the first President of that organization. In December 2005, I was among the
first to be named a "Texas Original" by the Texas Commission on the Arts.
I encourage you to visit my gallery of currently available items. If you don't see what you are looking for,
drop me a note and let me know what you would like to see. I regularly make boxes and larger furniture
pieces to order, and a number of these pieces can be seen on the "Made to Order" page. Whether it is one
of the items pictured, a different punchwork pattern or something completely different, I am certain that
we can accommodate your wishes.
If you are an 18th or 19th century reenactor or living historian, there is a section featuring items which are
faithful reproductions of original 19th century items located in museums around the country or that belong
to private collectors. I have also just completed my first large-scale movie prop rental, and I plan to expand
this part of my business significantly in the coming months. Please take a look at the new movie props
page on this site to see a number of my pieces on the set of The Man Who Came Back. This movie resulted
in my first screen credit, as Assistant Set Decorator, with a "Special Thanks" to Masterpiece Woodcrafters.
Again, thank you for visiting Masterpiece Woodcrafters, and I look forward to working for you.
Regards,
Michael Strange
Artisan & Owner
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