TNF Wood Work

TNF Wood Work Custom woodworking, CNC carving, and laser engraving in Chapin, SC. Now booking January and February. Based in Chapin, SC. Veteran-owned.

TNF Wood Work builds custom wood pieces and laser-engraved goods with care, precision, and no shortcuts. Serving the Midlands and beyond. Custom builds • Engraving • Retirement gifts • Shadow boxes • Plaques • Signs

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This piece was made for Team Moosetti at the end of 2024—a charcuterie board given as a gift to their supervisor.Each te...
01/20/2026

This piece was made for Team Moosetti at the end of 2024—a charcuterie board given as a gift to their supervisor.

Each team member emailed me their signature, which I prepped in LightBurn and engraved over the red oak surface. The moose silhouette ties into the team's identity, and the wood grain gives it natural character. The engraving locks in those signatures permanently—years from now, this will still look exactly like it does today. A great gift of appreciation to a great leader.

Hit the message button and tell me about your custom team gift or recognition piece idea.

This laser-engraved plaque was created in partnership with the Global K9 Protection Group and the University of South Ca...
01/15/2026

This laser-engraved plaque was created in partnership with the Global K9 Protection Group and the University of South Carolina Police Department.

Maple construction, clean engraving, straightforward presentation. Sometimes a plaque is exactly what's needed—no frills, just a solid piece that communicates professionalism and respect.

Message me if your organization needs awards, plaques, or other pieces of recognition.

Decisions define you.This sign was commissioned by someone who wanted a daily reminder of the principles that matter—acc...
01/14/2026

Decisions define you.

This sign was commissioned by someone who wanted a daily reminder of the principles that matter—accountability, wisdom, action, gratitude, persistence. The Seven Decisions framework gets used in coaching, leadership training, and personal development circles. This version was done on walnut wood with white lettering for contrast and readability.

The wheat laurel detail at the top ties it together visually without adding clutter. Laser-engraved, hand-finished.

DM me with the message you want on your custom sign—I'll design it and send you a mockup.

This full-scale replica of a 45-lb barbell plate was a PCS (permanent change of station) gift for a Senior Guidance Coun...
01/13/2026

This full-scale replica of a 45-lb barbell plate was a PCS (permanent change of station) gift for a Senior Guidance Counselor with the Columbus Recruiting Battalion.

The inscription reads: "Great leader and mentor, always going above and beyond." The recipient was known for his time in the gym, so a barbell plate made sense as the format.

CNC-carved from red oak and finished for preservation. It's about 17" in diameter with recessed areas for depth. Looks like the real thing, minus the actual weight.

DM me to design a custom PCS, retirement, or promotion gift for your soldier.

"The strongest steel is forged in the fire of a dumpster."These wooden challenge coins were commissioned by someone who ...
01/08/2026

"The strongest steel is forged in the fire of a dumpster."

These wooden challenge coins were commissioned by someone who wanted to recognize their team after they survived an absolute sh*tshow of a project. Not military-related, just corporate chaos that needed acknowledgment.
The front design shows a literal dumpster fire. The other side shows an anvil and hammer. Both laser-engraved on wood, because sometimes humor is the best way to say "we made it through."

Shoot me a message—I can do custom coins or recognition pieces for your team.

This shadow box wasn't built from scratch—it was a reconstruction.The customer had an existing cherry shadow box for a r...
01/07/2026

This shadow box wasn't built from scratch—it was a reconstruction.

The customer had an existing cherry shadow box for a retiring Navy Lieutenant Commander, but wanted it rebuilt in walnut to match other pieces in their home. Every cut needed to match to preserve their position within the new frame.

Same layout, better fit for where it's going to live.

Message me about your shadow box ideas or with photos of the shadow box you need rebuilt or updated.

These custom etched pint glasses were commissioned as a Christmas gift for the University of South Carolina Police K9 u...
01/06/2026

These custom etched pint glasses were commissioned as a Christmas gift for the University of South Carolina Police K9 unit—one for each handler and their four-legged partner.

The design incorporates the unit's shield and badge imagery, with each dog's name engraved along the top arc. Laser engraving on glassware takes dialed-in settings—too much power, and you crack the glass, too little, and the detail washes out. These came out clean.

Good gifts for K9 units, law enforcement, or first responders don't have to be plaques. Sometimes a pint glass that actually gets used is the better move.

Good gifts for K9 units, law enforcement, or first responders don't have to be plaques. Sometimes, a pint glass that actually gets used is the better move.

Friday afternoon in the shop. Getting the first coats of finish on these bookshelf panels and prepping some live edge Wa...
01/02/2026

Friday afternoon in the shop. Getting the first coats of finish on these bookshelf panels and prepping some live edge Walnut for a custom sign.
Every piece of wood has a specific plan. My job is to make sure the ex*****on is right so these pieces look exactly how they were envisioned for the home.
What projects are you looking to get across the finish line this weekend?

A few favorite custom woodworking projects from this past year. 🪵From legacy shadow boxes to precision laser-engraved gi...
01/01/2026

A few favorite custom woodworking projects from this past year. 🪵
From legacy shadow boxes to precision laser-engraved gifts, 2025 was a great year in the shop. I’m looking forward to building even more for the Chapin and Lake Murray community in 2026.
Which of these builds is your favorite? Let me know in the comments.

Precision meets practicality. ⚙️I use tech like CNC and Laser not as a shortcut, but as a high-precision tool to ensure ...
01/01/2026

Precision meets practicality. ⚙️
I use tech like CNC and Laser not as a shortcut, but as a high-precision tool to ensure every detail—like these state outlines—is sharp and accurate.
Whether it’s an intricate carving or custom furniture, the goal is getting the job done right the first time. No fluff, just results.
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2026 is officially on the bench at TNF Wood Work. 🛠️My shop isn’t a showroom—it’s a workspace. This year, my focus is on...
01/01/2026

2026 is officially on the bench at TNF Wood Work. 🛠️
My shop isn’t a showroom—it’s a workspace. This year, my focus is on Practicality and Integrity. To keep quality at the forefront, I’m limiting the shop to 2-4 custom commissions per month.
Currently: Full for Jan | 2 spots left for Feb.
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Finished a custom flag to represent their service.
12/28/2025

Finished a custom flag to represent their service.

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