06/16/2026
The man behind the saw....🪵
From building my own toys as a kid in the Philippines 🇵🇭 to operating heavy equipment in Ohio 🚜, I've always enjoyed working with my hands and creating things.
I'm Romel, the chainsaw carver behind Wood Ridge Carvings. About a year ago, I moved to South Carolina and took a leap of faith to turn my passion for carving into a full-time career. One thing I quickly fell in love with here was the abundance of carving logs and the warmer weather, which lets me spend more time outside doing what I enjoy most. 🌲☀️
I'm a bit of a perfectionist, and every piece I create is made with the goal of being one of a kind. I don't just carve logs—I try to bring out something special that can't be found anywhere else. 🪵🪚
Wood Ridge Carvings is truly a family effort. My wife, Stacie, is a full-time nurse, but somehow still manages to keep everything running behind the scenes—from messages and orders to packing and shipping. We have three amazing kids. Our oldest daughter is proudly serving in the Navy ⚓, and our two younger ones are often recruited as assistant painters, helpers, and occasional models for new carvings (usually with a little encouragement... and maybe a bit of bribery 😆).
I'm grateful to spend my days doing something I love, and even more grateful for everyone who follows along, supports our small business, and brings these carvings into their homes.
Thank you for being part of the journey. ❤️
-Romel & the WRC fam