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I'm a family guy who makes Reclaimed Wood Art, Pallet Signs, Rustic Home Decor, and Live Edge Shelves It was exciting to mark new states on the map!

Every piece of wood tells a unique story

I've always loved states and woodworking. As a kid, we would drive all over the county for vacations, collecting the number of states we visited. Every piece of wood tells a unique story and has the power to evoke memories. My hope is that a piece by Upper Left Works brings those memories and stories back to life. Every time you see your piece you'll remember, where you bought it, why you love it, and your special memory. My shop is my happy place and I hope I can send a piece of it to you!

03/29/2026

My work went up at Primo Espresso in Tigard today. For the next three weeks, a collection of w**e barrel hoop art will be on their walls. Reclaimed wood scenes layered inside repurposed barrel rings. Mountains, treelines, moons, and morning light, all cut from salvaged wood that already had a life before it became art.

Primo Espresso is donating a portion of sales to Art in the Burbs, Tigard's community arts program. So your morning coffee can do double duty.

Come take a look. 3 weeks only.

03/26/2026

Had to rearrange the shop to take on a different type of project. Working in refinishing our kitchen cabinets which involves new doors and drawer fronts. Gotta keep the wife happy!

02/13/2026

McMinnville Friends! I'm volunteering at the free Repair Fair hosted by the McMinnville Tool Library on Feb. 28. Bring your broken-but-beloved items and work alongside skilled volunteers to give them new life!

We can help with things like clothing, bikes, small appliances, tools, pottery, jewelry, houseplants, and small plastic items.

What to expect:
• Repairs are done by volunteers — please be kind and patient
• First come, first served (arrive no later than 1pm)
• One item at a time per person
• This is not a drop-off event — plan to stay with your item
• Small items only (no large appliances or furniture)
• Repairs aren’t guaranteed and may be limited by time or parts

Check out their profile for more details. McMinnville Tool Library

02/04/2026

This one traveled home.

I was commissioned by a wonderful client to create a six-foot-wide wall hanging inspired by Twin Rocks, Oregon, for their home in Rockaway Beach. They shared photos of the piece installed in their main living space, along with a comparison to the real Twin Rocks at sunset.

I wanted the piece to hold the presence of the real landmark, with enough detail and scale that it feels familiar, even when it is lived with every day. Knowing a piece this large now lives where daily life happens makes the work feel complete.

Grateful for the trust, the collaboration, and the chance to build something rooted in place.

01/17/2026

Phase one: put everything together. Phase two: take everything apart

01/03/2026

Busy days in the shop shipping reclaimed wood evergreen trees coast to coast, and I could not be more excited about the response. Grateful that these pieces are finding homes all over and that this idea has resonated so strongly.

12/05/2025

This new w**e barrel hoop art piece will be available tonight at Holiday Makers Market!

FRIDAY DECEMBER 5th 2025 5-9 PM at Sustainable NW Wood 2701 SE 14th Ave Portland OR 97202 -- Hosford Abernethy neighborhood off 14th & SE Clinton

More info, FREE tickets, and full vendor list here: https://www.snwwood.com/5TH-Annual-Holiday-MAKERS-MARKET-at-Sustainable-NW-Wood

Support local craftspeople and small businesses this holiday season at the annual Holiday MAKERS MARKET at Sustainable NW Wood. Find meaningful, handcrafted gifts from over 30 Makers including woodworking, art, jewelry, textiles, glassware, metalwork, salvaged cast iron, home goods and more.

Sip, snack & shop: enjoy b**r, w**e, coffee, cocoa, sweet treats and a food cart during the Market. Don't miss a photo op with SASQUATCH SANTA!

Featured nonprofits: Blanchet House & Farm & Bethanie's Room and Sustainable Northwest. Cash donations are welcome in person or online, and WINTER WARMTH items such as ADULT sized coats, hats, gloves, new socks and period products for our houseless neighbors will be collected at the door.

Address

2701 SE 14th Ave
Portland, OR
97202

Website

https://upperleftworks.etsy.com/

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