SpokenWoodDesign
Buyers are raving!
This shop got multiple 5-star reviews in the past 7 days.
Announcement Custom made reclaimed wood console tables, bar tables, benches, sofa tables and more. Giving new life to century old log cabin and barn timbers from the Midwest.
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Custom made reclaimed wood console tables, bar tables, benches, sofa tables and more. Giving new life to century old log cabin and barn timbers from the Midwest.
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Bonnie on Jun 20, 2021
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely love this table. In fact, getting ready to order another one to have in same room!
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Theresa on Jun 19, 2021
5 out of 5 starsI have a wonderful timeless piece that I can pass down to my family💖🌻💖
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Ryan Elizabeth on Jun 15, 2021
5 out of 5 starsJust stunning…beautiful workmanship. We had been looking for a table like this *forever.* We’re so happy with this purchase!!
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Timothy on May 20, 2021
5 out of 5 starsWell packaged and shipped. Beautiful piece of wood. Table and legs look really nice.
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Hannah on Jun 14, 2021
5 out of 5 starsChris was awesome! Fast shipping, great customer service, and my table is even more beautiful than I thought it would be.. I can’t wait until my stools come in and I can decorate it. I LOVE IT!
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John on Jun 4, 2021
5 out of 5 starsChris was amazing, super accommodating and adjusted the table legs to fit our needs. Shipping was superb, packed very tightly and arrived safely. The quality of the wood is fantastic and the quality of the legs was better than expected. Overall, an A+ experience!
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cb1020 on Jun 4, 2021
5 out of 5 starsLove this console table! Rustic and classy. Great quality. Thank you!
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Brandon on Jun 2, 2021
5 out of 5 starsOutstanding product, communication, and arrived when promised. 100% satisfied with my purchase, thanks!
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starburstvintage on May 31, 2021
5 out of 5 starsLove my table! I had been having the hardest time finding a table long enough for my new sectional. I was really excited to find Chris's tables because I love that the wood has a history and a life before it was mine. It's so unique and so much better than something you could buy at a furniture or big box store. I was unsure of the color and Chris sent me more photos so I could make a decision. It ended up being absolutely perfect and matched my built-in wood shelves perfectly (which I did not expect). It was hard waiting for it but it arrived in the time just as promised. I was very hesitant making such a huge purchase off of Etsy sight unseen but I am so happy with the table and excited to have it for years to come.
About SpokenWoodDesign
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Lovely illustrations by Eric Sloane of the tools and techniques used by 18th and 19th century carpenters
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Wondering where barn wood comes from? Most of these barns were built in the late 19th and early 20th century.
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Honored to be featured as the August guest artist at VIVA Gallery in Viroqua, WI.
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Careful disassembly and sorting of what can be salvaged and reused is done by crews of both Amish and English.
He loves to make things!
After about 40 years of making things stand up straight as a modern house carpenter it is a pleasure to work more closely with Nature’s designs. There is a certain romance to working with anything that is more than a century old. Wondering who cut down this tree and worked it by hand to become a barn or cabin. Was it a hot day or was it below zero? Cutting in the winter kept you warm twice and occupied long dark days.
Did everybody have arms like Arnold to swing an axe all day long? The wood I work with was shaped almost exclusively by someone’s hand and eyes, no gasoline, no electricity. I once read a biography of a woodsman who cut trees by himself in the Pacific Northwest around the turn of the (last) century. He could spend a week on a really big one and he was smaller than I.
The pioneers of the upper Midwest based their lives on being able to turn trees into something useful. Hopefully I can do a small justice to their legacy.
Chris
Shop members
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Chris Cox
Owner, Designer, Maker
Chris finds inspiration nearly everywhere. Whenever he works with wood he wonders what happened between the lines of the grain long ago
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Leigha Anders
Customer Service, Marketer, Finishing
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Truman Shortridge
Shipper, Pipe Master
When Truman isn't building pipe legs and shipping tables, he works as a volunteer firefighter and is an avid LARPer.
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Elliot Schneider
Shipper, Pipe Master
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Matthew Yale
Carpenter, Shop Hand
Production partners
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Csonka's Custom Rustics
Bonney Lake, WA
One of our metal fabricators
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ModernUrbanMetals
Detroit, MI
Supplies some of our hairpin legs
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The Rustic Bracket Company
Weatherford, TX
They have been a dependable Etsy partner working with steel for me for over 18 months now. Their motto "We are a Disabled Veteran Small Family Business that still believes in the American Dream!"
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US Legs
LA, CA
Hairpin legs are made by US Legs
Shop policies
Much of our work is constructed with used or organic materials. Some of our wood is as old as the US of A. We enjoy the natural imperfections that are inherent in them and hope you do too. Some pieces have been re-manufactured by us but be aware that there will be signs of wear and tear, dents, nicks, color variations, scratches and other signs of imperfection. It is impossible to completely reveal all of these "flaws" on-line and hope you enjoy the serendipity of discovering then yourself. If you are not pleased with your purchase please return it withing 10 days for a full refund.
Accepted payment methods
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns, exchanges, and cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Items on sale
Returns and exchange details
Each piece is custom made to your specifications and we send along a photo of your completed table for approval before packing it up for shipping. If, once received, you decide the piece isn’t the right fit for your space, you may return it for a refund minus a 20% restocking fee and the return shipping costs. Contact us for return shipping instructions.
Payment
Shipping
Shipping big stuff -
If we can use one of the above carriers we will. However some things are just too big and need to go freight. In that case we will make a crate for it and ship with a freight company that is familiar with your area. We will need your phone number so they can call you to arrange the delivery. Unless you have a forklift handy, plan on having help to get it off the truck and in the house. It is the rare truck driver who will be able to help unload past his/her tailgate.
Or, come pick it up at the shop at 514 Railroad Ave, Viroqua, Wisconsin
Additional policies and FAQs
More information
Frequently asked questions
What size is the top?
Console table tops come any length up to 7' long and several widths. These are cut right off the logs so the widths vary. Each piece will have a variation of an inch or more from front to back. Happy to do Extra wide or Extra narrow, Use the Click the "Ask a Question" box above first for pricing and availability.
Are Longer tables available?
Yes but we should talk about it first. Stock is limited so convo your needs and I will investigate. I can make tables up to 8' 11"long but the shipping cost will be different so please include your zip code when emailing us. Click the "Ask a Question" box above to contact us.
Wholesale availability
Not really. I have a limited number of pieces on consignment at local galleries. I can't really do high volume production.
Can I get a taller table?
Yes. As the tables get taller we increase the the structure under the table. Each listing has a link to this add on option which can also be seen here:
https://www.etsy.com/your/shops/SpokenWoodDesign/tools/listings/631167182
Custom and personalized orders
You bet. Message us through Etsy or call me at 608-606-2175, I am in the central time zone.
How much does shipping cost?
Shipping is included in all the listed tables. Custom orders may require additional funds.
Can I get a rush order?
To be fair to my valued clients, I make these tables in the the order that they are purchased and can't accommodate rush orders. I sometimes have a few tables in stock and ready to ship. Message for availability.
Do I have to be home to meet the delivery driver?
No, we generally ship "no signature required". If you would prefer a signature delivery please note that on your order.