DULUTH, MN CUSTOM WOODWORKING

Services

Hardwood Furniture

Custom designed heirloom pieces made by hand from locally sourced lumber

Pallet Wood Furniture

Sustainably sourced reclaimed lumber brings character and charm to interior or exterior furniture

Signs & Carvings

Hand-carved the old fashioned way, endless possibilities for your home or business

Classes & Events

Years of experience in project-based teaching for kids or adults.

Projects

  • Hand-carved family name sign, live-edge black walnut

  • Coffee table in sugar maple with epoxy and mahogany inlays

  • Hand carved tortoise pendant, avocado pit

  • Changing table in poplar and oak

  • Kitchen utensils in mahogany and maple

  • Pallet wood bookcase

  • Pallet wood children's table

  • Hill family sign in poplar

  • Adirondack set in douglas fir

  • Front Entry Sign for Waldorf School, hand carved, black walnut

  • Naguri carved cherry dough bowl

    Naguri carved cherry dough bowl

TJ Kuhn

A lifelong artist, I’ve spent my career bouncing between the building trades and the outdoor industry as a guide. I began making furniture seeking self-sufficiency and a creative outlet. I love the timeless, earthy warmth that a piece of wooden furniture can bring to a home. After years of experimenting, I have arrived at a style and a level of workmanship that I am proud to share. I look forward to helping you bring your vision to fruition.

The namesake “dusty dog” is my 13-year-old Alaskan husky Mr. Schue, who for many years has stood by my side, or rather, lazed by my feet, as I’ve worked at the bench. He has never minded a gentle sprinkling of sawdust or shavings, in fact he seems to enjoy it! I’m proud to attach his sense of ease and enjoyment of the little things - and his happy face - to the Dusty Dog brand.

The Dusty Dog

Have a project in mind?

I will work with you to make your idea a reality!