Neck Tie Display Frame
I have designed, and handcrafted several small items from American Chestnut wood.
These items were chosen to give folks the opportunity to acquire affordable items from
this extinct wood, and own a piece of American history.
The sizes given are approximate because each piece is individually hand crafted from
available wood. I choose to sell them unfinished, unless you place a custom order. This
gives the owner the privilege of seeing the wood in its natural form. I acknowledge that a
finish will bring out the grain and enhance the beauty of the item.
I recommend that you take the pride in your “piece of history” to apply a finish of your
choice. You can even wipe on cooking oil you probably have in your kitchen! Each item
purchased comes with information about the blight that caused Chestnut wood to become
extinct.
Plate Holder or Small Picture Easel
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Bud Vase Holder
Wall Shelf
Paper Towel Holder
Lazy Susan Condiment Tray
8x10 Picture Frame
Yo-Yo
Desk Pen
Desk Pen w/ 2 inch picture frame inset
Desk Pen w/ 3.5 inch picture frame inset
Candle Sconce
Book Ends
Ceiling fan pull
Salt and Pepper Shaker Set
Neck Tie
Contact Tom
To inquire about purchasing,
email rtn141@aol.com
or call 606-678-4878
Custom Designing Available
Small Jewelry Boxes
Hot Pot
Football
Flag and Chest
Plate Holder or Small Picture Easel
This easel comes in two pieces which were cut
from 1/4 x 6 x5 American Chestnut in the shape
pictured. They simply slip togeher and are ready
for immediate use. Wooden parts do not have a
finish applied. Plate and frame not included.
Bud Vase Holder
This bud vase holder comes in two pieces which
were cut from 1/4 x5 x7 1/4 American Chestnut in
the shape pictured. The two pieces simply slip
together and the included 3/4 D x 6 plastic bud
vase tube is placed in the holder. The bud vase
holder is ready for immediate use. Wooden parts
do not have a finish applied. Flowers not
included.
Wall Shelf (large or small)
The shelf surface is 4” wide x 12” long. Side
supports are 3 3/4” x 5”, hanging rail is 2” x 10”.
All wood is American Chestnut. Wood surfaces
do not have a finish applied. Larger shelf (4” x
18”) may be purchased separately.
The base of the paper towel holder is 3/4” thick
diameter. THE paper towel roll holding post is 1 1/2”
D x 11 1/2” long. There is a 3” diameter knob that
screws into that top of the post. The guide post in 3/4”
D x 6” long. All wood is American Chestnut. Both
posts fit into holes drilled in the base. These posts are
shipped unassembled, but fit snuggly into the base.
Some may choose to make the fit more permanent by
gluing with a wood or household glue. Wood surfaces
do not have a finish applied.
“Lazy Susan” Condiment Tray with Napkin Holder
The condiment tray is 3/4” thick x 12” diameter. Slots
are cut into the tray for the heart shaped napkin
holders, which are 3/8” x 5 1/2” x 4 1/2”. All wood is
American Chestnut. Napkin holder is shipped
unassembled, but the pieces fit snuggly into the slots
in the tray. Some may choose to make the fit more
permanent by gluing with a wood or household glue.
The tray is mounted on a 4” lazy Susan bearing. Wood
surfaces do not have a finish applied. Salt and Pepper
Shakers are sold separately.
8x10 Picture Frame
The frame molding is 13/16” thick x 1 1/2” wide
American Chestnut. There are hanging slots on the
back of two sides. An 8” x 10” piece of plexiglass is
included. Wood surfaces do not have a finish applied.
Other frame sizes are available by special order -
Request pricing. Available with planed or weathered
surfaces.
Yo - Yo
These are functional yo-yos that are 3” to 3 1/2” in
diameter turned from American Chestnut. Available
with planed or weathered surfaces.
Desk Pen
The base is tear drop shaped, 3/4” thick x 4 1/2” x 5”
American Chestnut. The pen is black plastic ball point
with a black plastic funnel holder mounted on the
base. Wood surfaces do not have a finish applied.
Desk Pen w/ 2 inch picture frame inset
The base is tear drop shaped, 3/4” thick x 4 1/2” x 5”
American Chestnut. The pen is black plastic ball point
with a black plastic funnel holder mounted on the
base. There is a 2” round picture frame set into the
base. Wood surfaces do not have a finish applied.
Desk Pen w/ 2 inch picture frame inset
The base is tear drop shaped, 3/4” thick x 4 1/2” x 5”
American Chestnut. The pen is black plastic ball point
with a black plastic funnel holder mounted on the
base. There is a 3 1/2” round picture frame set into the
base. Wood surfaces do not have a finish applied.
Candle Sconce
The back is 3/4” thick x 5 1/4” x 16” cut to the shape as
shown in picture. A hanger slot is routed in th back.
The candle shelf extends to 5 1/2”. A candle holder is
attached to the shelf. All wood is American Chestnut.
It is shipped with an appropriate size clear glass
globe. Wood surfaces do not have a finish applied.
Plane surface and weathered surfaces available.
Book Ends
The bookends are made from 3/4” x 5 1/2” x 7”
American Chestnut. A 4” x 4” felt covered metal base
is attached. Wood surfaces do not have a finish
applied.
Ceiling Fan Pull
The ceiling fan pulls are individually turned on the
wood lathe from American Chestnut. The largest
diameter is 1 1/2”. The smallest diameter is 3/4”. The
length is 3”. There is a 1/8” hole drilled through the
pull for the included 6” beaded chain with connector.
The shapes will vary. Wood surfaces do not have a
finish applied.
Salt and Pepper Shaker Set
The salt and pepper shakers are individually turned
on the wood lathe from American Chestnut. The
shakers are 4” tall. They are shaped as pictured with
the largest diameter 2 1/2”. The smallest diameter is 1
1/4”. A 3/4” hole for the salt and pepper is drilled in
the center of the shakers. A 3/4” rubber stopper is
included for each shaker. Wood surfaces do not have a
finish applied.
Neck Tie
I usually consider the wooden neckties I make a custom order. There
are so many things I do with them. However, I did want to include an all
American Chestnut necktie on this website. I describe the necktie I am
calling “basic” as follows:
The wood pieces of the necktie will be made exclusively with
American Chestnut wood. It is made by adhering eight very thin pieces of
American Chestnut wood on leather. The direction of wood grain alternates
in each section. The overall length of the tie is approximately 21 1/2”. The
width of the tie at the widest point is approximately 3 3/4”. Because the tie
is made in 8 sections, it is flexible and comfortable to wear. An adjustable
elastic neck strap is through the wooden knot. THIS IS THE ONLY ITEM
ON THIS WEBSITE THAT COMES WITH AN APPLIED FINISH. THE
WOOD IS SPECIAL LACQUER BASED FINISH APPLIED TO GIVE THE
NECKTIE A SMOOTH, SLEEK SURFACE. It is ready to wear!
You can get this tie on before you can tie a conventional necktie! It is a
great conversation piece! Fun to wear, and the gift for the man who seems
to have everything.
Monogram initial, the letter is cut out on the scroll saw and then filled
with a a white epoxy material. I have inlayed and overlayed various logos
and symbols, but this does become custom and would necessitate direct
contact.
The wooden necktie can be worn or used as a wall
hanging.... or both. The necktie display frame is made
from weathered American Chestnut. The molding is
13/16” x 1 1/4”. The outside of the frame is
approximately 7 1/2” x 25 1/2”. In the frame is a piece
of 1/4” thick plywood equipped with the means to
hang the wooden necktie. The necktie can be easily
removed from the frame for wearing.