Your Dreams in Wood by James Lukow

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Whatever your dreams, James Lukow can design and build them in wood. As an artisan woodworker, he builds heirloom quality custom wood goods that are created from quality domestic species and sheet goods using traditional techniques and joinery. He is inspired by classic makers of timeless pieces—arts & crafts, country, modern makers, and what he sees around him. The son of a woodworker, he was shown the beauty of wood without paint and the value of furniture that is made to last.

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For tomorrow's Made in the Kawartha Lakes sale, I created new stock for you. Located in the Murphy barn, at Kawartha Settler's Village in Bobcaygeon, at number 28.
For Made in the Kawartha Lakes we are having a promotion - buy 3 or more house-ware items and receive 10% off your total.
Below is the new stock - new mortars & pestles, new small salt bowls, new small turned goods & hardwood trivets . . .
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Starting tomorrow we will be vendors at the 6th annual Made in the Kawartha Lakes sale. We will be number 28 located in the Murphy barn, at Kawartha Settler's Village in Bobcaygeon.The hours, May 25th & 26th will be 10am to 4pm.
Here are pictures of our space, where you will be able to purchase Lana's and my creations . . .
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Just 5 days away. Again this year we will be at Kawartha Settlers Village, hope to see people there.

Today we are at our first show of the 2024 Craft Show season.
Here is our booth at the Sunderland Maple Syrup Festival 2024, 9am to 4pm April 6 & 7. We are at the Sunderland Town hall in the basement. Hope to see people out at a great event that celebrates .
Come see us and our creations, I have several new pieces and Lana has brought a new selection of soft toys as well as small water colour paintings by Lana.

Hoping everyone will have a great Easter (or long weekend), with family and good food.
Its another time of year again as the Sunderland Maple Syrup Festival happen next weekend - April 6 & 7. As in pass years we will be in the town hall lower level. Hope to see people out . . .

Sunderland Maple Syrup Festival – April 6-7, 2024 Sunderland Maple Syrup Festival – A Sweet Tradition 2024 Welcome to the 2024 Sunderland Maple Syrup Festival! Now in its 27 th year, this well-loved event attr

Good morning!
Here's my latest project, delivered to a happy client. A solid walnut record stand - with Baltic birch for shelves (for extra stiffness). The finish is hand rubbed oil and "hard wax oil" (from my new supplier Grand Finishing Systems , in Guelph ON). Attached are pictures of the stand - first one is the raw walnut fro the project, followed by one that is unfinished (so you can see the magic of an oil finish on walnut), the pics with albums (are mine to help show the purpose). The client had moved down from Toronto, showing he understands - , , & meaning he also .
Hope you like it as well!

My new source of finishes for my hardwood projects . . . An Ontario company, shows how = , also lets you know where your dollars are going.
https://www.facebook.com/GrandFinishingSystems

Grand Finishing Systems Grand Finishing Systems Inc. makes wood finishes that are safe and sustainable, using 100% natural renewable resources without any petroleum-based ingredients.
We formulate to meet the needs of furniture makers from professional craftspeople to hobbyists.

I am updating a past post where I showed a pile of pine for a local client who decided to and with a project. Here it is . . . A king-sized bed frame in pine and Baltic birch. (with the materials pic)

Here is a demonstration of my supply chain . . . In January a local client decided to & , by commissioning a piece I am currently working on. So as I always try to do, I & , by getting my materials from a local family run business, Woodview Farm & Forest Products here in Lindsay . . . Here is that load of pine. In the next while I will share what that pine became.

Just recently I created a little project for myself . . . Often my books from things I am working on in our living room get a little messy. So I built a small portable book case. It is made from walnut stained baltic birch with a few steampunk details - round headed screws simulate rivets, plus brass hardware. I based the design on campaign chests - the front comes off (allowing you to use it on a table top), and that front when folded acts as a stand (second image). Just something a little different.

This morning, while the radio was talking about they asked what do we do for our own mental health.
The answer is what everyone sees here . . . I create and when you commission me to build something you've helped my mental health. Remember as well, when we , we help the mental well being of local artisans and those associated with local businesses.
So Thank You to all my clients, craft show customers and all my followers. Thanks to everyone who .

I am now a member of Craft Ontario.

James Lukow Learn more about James Lukow on the Craft Ontario website.

Good morning, I am sharing the first project delivered in the new year. This 4'x4' dining room table has pine legs & apron and the top is Baltic birch (veneer core furniture grade) plywood. The finish is water based urethane over a sealer of shellac. The pleasant bonus of this simple finish is the shimmer of the table top. City of Kawartha Lakes

Happy New Year to all my clients and all those who like / follow Your Dreams in Wood by James Lukow. I will be getting ready for upcoming shows which will be posted here along with new pieces that will be available here on studio days, as well as at craft shows and to inspire projects.

Already for tomorrow, December 16 my final studio day of the year. All ready for your Christmas shopping convenience - for that hand crafted gift, at 10 St.Peter St, Lindsay ON. Hope to see people out, from 10 am to 5 pm.
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As you know Your Dreams in Wood by James Lukow is a member of the Ontario Made program, promoting Ontario made items. To spread Christmas cheer they are doing a $200 gift card giveaway for any of the manufacturers on the Support Ontario Made website. Here is the page for the giveaway - please explore the site.

Win an Ontario Made Gift Card ’Tis the season for some holiday cheer - here’s your chance to win big and support local businesses at the same time.

Here is my latest project I delivered on the weekend. The table is solid walnut, with no front apron to allow it to be used as a desk - for the chair arms.It has an oil finish.

Coming into this holiday season, you may be seeking a unique gift - that supports local artisans.
Tomorrow, Saturday November 18th from 10 am to 5 pm is my studio day for your holiday shopping needs. Come to 10 St.Peter St. Lindsay ON, to view my creations, to consult on a custom project or to say hello.
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Shows are done, now its time to get back in the shop for a commission. Fun meeting many people at Buckhorn, Peterborough, and here in Lindsay. Glad to see people out supporting local at these events and last night.
Looking forward to hear from people I met, who had projects for me.
Please remember I have 2 more studio days to end out the year. Perfect opportunities to find a unique gift for yourself, or family / friends - a potential heirloom, instead of that mass produced throw away item. November 18th and December 16th, from 10 am to 5 pm, at 10 St.Peter St., Lindsay ON.
Please remember to -
this is how you help your neighbours, and your community. When you share locally sourced holiday joy, you truly share holiday joy with all!
City of Kawartha Lakes To support your local artists visit .

All setup at Celebrations in Lindsay for the Kawartha Lakes Arts Council's Winter Maker's Market. Hope to see people out.

The LAS Home & Living show is done, now to get ready for Kawartha Lakes Arts Council's, Winter Maker's market, this Tuesday 3 to 8pm at Celebrations, here in Lindsay.
If you're looking for unique gifts for yourself, and your friends / family come out and browse our artists / makers.

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All set up and ready to go for the LAS Fall Home & Living show at the Lex grounds.
Some new stock for the show, hope to see people out this weekend.

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Lindsay Ag Society
Kawartha Home Hardware group

Can't wait for this coming Tuesday night at Celebrations! Hope people come out for a great Christmas shopping opportunity and support your local artists.

Vendor Spotlight!

James Lukow is the owner and artisan behind Your Dreams in Wood. James is a second generation artisan / woodworker, who found a passion for creating custom furniture and wooden goods. He enjoys creating pieces generating a wow with his client, embodying what they seek.

See James and other vendors at the Winter Makers Market in November 7 at Celebrations Lindsay. Visit the event page for full details https://www.kawarthalakesartscouncil.com/events