TheWoodenHead
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dianereiber1 on May 13, 2021
5 out of 5 starsWe love this box, it is so beautifully made. The wood used, the coloration and the lock mechanism. Seriously a work of art. This exceeded our expectations.
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Michael on Apr 30, 2021
4 out of 5 starsItem arrived quickly and as pictured. My favorite part is the latch which is both intricate and visually appealing. The stain on the inside of the box was a bit uneven which is why I dropped a star. Nitpicking a bit perhaps. 😉
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coppelemily on Apr 21, 2021
5 out of 5 starsWhat an absolutely stunning memory box! It surpassed my (very high) expectations. Lenny worked with us to customize this box as a gift for our goddaughter with an engraving on the front and inside. He was extremely responsive and helpful. He thoughtfully created this meaningful gift that we hope will last a lifetime. Thank you Lenny!
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Pamela on Dec 24, 2020
5 out of 5 starsBeautifully made wooden box and makes a perfect keepsake christmas present for my business partner!
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loftymaples on Aug 29, 2020
5 out of 5 starsI am delighted I am with the two boxes I ordered from The Wooden Head. I knit 2 sets of 24 small wool mittens-each a different pattern and number to be used as a Christmas Advent Calendars. These mittens were a great deal of work, and deserved safe storage -Lenny's cedar boxes more than fit the bill. Lenny was more than patient with me- we must have had a dozen email communications before final size, wood-burned mitten design and finish were confirmed. He always contacted me back quickly. He expressed so much concern to me-wanting to make sure that I was perfectly satisfied with the final boxes. The boxes were wrapped and shipped very carefully. They are a work of art and I am so very glad I chose The Wooden Head over other craftsmen on Etsy. They are perfect and I would recommend The Wooden Head to anyone.
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Kathleen on Aug 19, 2020
5 out of 5 starsTop notch Etsy shop. The box I received is perfect and the owner is wonderful to deal with!
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BRUCE on Aug 14, 2020
5 out of 5 starsTotally satisfied with this order. Absolutely love this box. Excellent craftsmanship using Coco Bola wood. Will be a gift for my wife's birthday later this month. Fast, well packed shipping. Sort of a one of a kind item.
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Jannie on Jul 2, 2020
5 out of 5 starsLeonard made me a custom box with a military emblem on the lid. It was beautiful! I gave him the emblem and exact measurements and it was such a hit with the person I gave it to. The wood he uses is beautiful.
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Nancy on Jun 18, 2020
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely beautiful box, perfect craftsmanship. I am thrilled with the purchase
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norristony on Jun 15, 2020
5 out of 5 starsJust amazing. I came to Leonard with a unique project that he had never done before. A custom box to hold 4 custom made vinyl records. He worked with me to make sure the dimensions were correct and kept me updated with the project including pictures along the way. I wanted to wait until the records arrived to include a photo of what the look like once in their new home. His craftsmanship on the box is impeccable from the logo he imprinted on the front to the text on the side of the box (Etsy will only let me upload one photo). Leonard will definitely be my go to guy for all my unique woodwork projects in the future, and I can guarantee that if you order from him you will feel the same way.
About TheWoodenHead
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a box built to hold keep sakes for a loved one
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A beautiful hotel in Palo Alto
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a memory box for a departed spouse
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A custom cheeseboard made from a very old and battered piece of cherry. I used epoxy resin to fill the cracks and holes.
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This custom box has a name engraved on the inside of the lid.
Here are some of the custom boxes I have created for customers
The Wooden Head came to life in 2016 when I expanded from designing and building individual gifts for friends and family to something more wide ranging. Working with wood had always been a very enjoyable hobby but it seemed time to stretch my creativity and follow an unfamiliar path. What kind of a journey would The Wooden Head take me on?
The Wooden Head has changed in a few ways since 2016. First, I developed my own proprietary finishing technique. Even though each box has three coats of finish, they look and feel as if they have none. This way my customers feel the wood, not the finish. Secondly, I added a Glow Forge allowing me to engrave.
The ability to customize and personalize boxes was a true turning point for The Wooden Head. I do a lot of work for military families, all of which is sold at or below cost. I have also done a significant amount of work for people who have lost loved ones (people and pets). These kinds of projects are very special to me. They allow me to connect at some personal level with the people who come to my shop. I put that connection to work when I design and build.
The feedback I received from customers tells me I am heading in the right direction. I still get a great deal of satisfaction when somebody purchases a piece to use, or to give as a gift. However, and most unexpectedly, I truly enjoy the opportunity to help people who come to my shop looking for something special that will honor a loved one or help them cope with a loss. I did not anticipate this part of The Wooden Head journey, but it feels right. It feels like I have found the place I need to be.
Lenny
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I gladly accept returns, exchanges, and cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
I accept returns I do not accept returns
I accept exchanges I do not accept exchanges
I accept cancellations I do not accept cancellations
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for: