If there’s one thing I’ve learned from years of custom woodworking, it’s that the best projects don’t just look good — they work hard too. Every square foot of your home can be both beautiful and practical when it’s designed with intention. Whether you’re trying to add storage, define a space, or simply make your home feel more finished,Continue reading “Top 5 Home Projects That Provide Style and Function”
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The 5 Most Valuable Tools in My Woodshop (And Why You Need Them Too)
These tools have the best ROI of any tools I’ve bought!
The 5 Must-Have Tools for Building Cabinets on a DIY Budget
I’ve been building cabinets professionally for nearly 10 years, if I had to start over with DIY tools these are the ones I’d get first!
I Never Thought I’d Be Building This
This was not on my custom woodworking bingo card. A fun build that brought smiles to many faces.
5 Common Mistakes When Making Cabinet Doors
I’ve been making cabinets professionally for a decade now, and I’ve learned a lot. I’m gonna tell you. Five mistakes that you need to avoid to make sure that you can make professional quality doors, even with DIY tools. Alright, before we start building our cabinet doors and talking about the mistakes that happen, let’sContinue reading “5 Common Mistakes When Making Cabinet Doors”
Born from Fire: The Happy Accident Behind This Alligator-Themed Epoxy River Table
At Crafted in Florida, every build tells a story—but this coffee table has one that nearly went up in flames. What started as a routine epoxy river pour turned into a nerve-wracking close call that almost burned down the shop. The result? A stunning, one-of-a-kind alligator-textured epoxy table with a look as wild as its origin. WatchContinue reading “Born from Fire: The Happy Accident Behind This Alligator-Themed Epoxy River Table”
From Rough Lumber To Kitchen Showpiece!
From Rough Lumber to Kitchen Showpiece: Our Hickory Butcher Block Journey At Crafted In Florida, we transform raw materials into functional art that lasts generations. In this project, we created a 200-pound solid hickory butcher block countertop for a client’s kitchen island—not just a surface, but a centerpiece that combines beauty, durability, and craftsmanship. WhyContinue reading “From Rough Lumber To Kitchen Showpiece!”
Title: From Blank Wall to Bold Statement: The Story Behind This Custom Fireplace Build
Every now and then, a project comes along that challenges you in all the right ways—creatively, technically, and logistically. This fireplace build was one of those projects. What started as a bare wall in a living room turned into a dramatic centerpiece that blends warmth, modern design, and subtle lighting into a jaw-dropping focal point.Continue reading “Title: From Blank Wall to Bold Statement: The Story Behind This Custom Fireplace Build”
Turn Woodworking Skills into a Profitable Business
Many people who are handy or have a knack for woodworking will come across this thought at some point in their life….. “I wonder if I can make a business out of this?”. The answer is yes, but…..
Why Built-Ins Are a Must-Have in New Florida Homes
Modern Homes There are a lot of new homes in the central Florida area. From DeLand to Winter Garden, Lake Nona to Mount Dora, the new home construction is booming in central Florida. I’ve been in a lot of new homes and one thing that most of them have in common is that most ofContinue reading “Why Built-Ins Are a Must-Have in New Florida Homes”
