I still remember the day I cut into a fallen log in a client’s backyard. Sunlight struck the newly exposed grain, and for a second, I forgot all about remodeling kitchens or laying tile. All I could see were the growth rings, each one proof of a year the tree had steadfastly stood guard, a hidden timeline waiting for a second life.

Back then, I ran a small residential remodeling business. It was good work: steady projects, a comfortable routine. But something about that log, about turning something old into something brand new, captivated me. I started spending evenings researching woodworking techniques, testing finishes, experimenting with how epoxy heats, moves, and settles. Before long, I discovered the thrill of creating functional pieces that told a story all their own.

In 2020, I (Jason) teamed up with Jonathan (left photo). At the time, he was supplying the slabs I was working with, and we decided to go all-in together. We leased a few acres from Edrich Lumber and built out both the shop and the mill space.

Today at Makers Woodshop, we give Maryland’s oldest trees a new purpose. We transform salvaged logs into heirloom furniture that becomes the backdrop for a new generation of memories. We love the process, we love the finish, and we love sharing that sense of wonder with you.