Well, that was an adventure we didn’t plan on taking.

If you’ve tried visiting our website over the past couple of weeks, you probably noticed we were… shall we say, temporarily unavailable. Our site decided to take an unscheduled vacation thanks to some technical issues that turned into a full-blown hosting headache. (Quick note to fellow small business owners: if you’re running a WooCommerce-heavy site, maybe don’t trust Namecheap with it. Between the 502 and 503 errors on both the front and back end, we spent more time troubleshooting than creating. Lesson learned.)

But here’s the good news: we’re back!

The even better news? We’re using this as an opportunity to rebuild from scratch and create something better. Right now, you can absolutely shop with us online—all the purchasing functions are working perfectly—but you might notice a few gaps here and there as we work on the full redesign. Think of it as shopping in a workshop that’s mid-renovation. Everything essential is there, just not quite as polished as it will be soon.

We’ve Got Holiday Shopping Covered

Since we lost two weeks of precious holiday selling time to technical gremlins, we’re extending our popular Gift Bundle Sale through December 15th for free shipping!

If you’re a last-minute shopper (we see you, and we respect it), you can still order eligible packages right up to December 24th with expedited shipping. Because sometimes the perfect gift finds you at the last possible moment, and we’re not going to let logistics get in the way of that.

Bonus: Free Gifts with Your Purchase!

Because we’re so grateful you stuck with us through the website troubles (and because we love spoiling our customers), we’re running a Gift with Purchase sale through the holidays—while supplies last!

Here’s how it works:

• Spend $25 or more: Receive a hand-turned jam scoop & spreader, crafted by Rex from scrap wood around the shop
• Spend $50 or more: Get both the jam scoop & spreader PLUS a beautiful wooden spreading knife

These aren’t just throwaway freebies—they’re functional pieces that Rex creates from the gorgeous wood scraps that are too beautiful to waste. Each one is unique, and when they’re gone, they’re gone. (Fair warning: we’re taking inventory with us to our Thanksgiving weekend event, so online supplies are genuinely limited!)

Meet Us in Person This Thanksgiving Weekend!

If you’re in the Tucson area (or visiting for the holiday), we’d love to see you at the Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair at Reid Park! This is the perfect chance to see our work up close, watch Rex demonstrate his craft, and find those one-of-a-kind holiday gifts in person.

Event Details:

• Where: Gene C. Reid Park, 920 S. Concert Place (West side of park off of Country Club Road)
• Our Booth: #152 (conveniently located by the restrooms—easy to find and, well, practical!)
• When:
  • Saturday, November 29 | 9 am – 4 pm
  • Sunday, November 30 | 9 am – 3 pm

Over 140 local and Southwest artists will be there, all with unique, handcrafted goods. It’s a wonderful way to kick off the holiday season with two days of shopping, community, and creativity—and you’ll find gifts, art, and décor you won’t see anywhere else.

Plus, this is where we’re bringing those Gift with Purchase items we mentioned earlier, so online supplies are genuinely limited! If you want to see the full selection of jam scoops, spreaders, and spreading knives, come visit us at the fair.

What This Means for You

Despite the technical chaos, we’re still here, still creating, and still committed to bringing you beautiful, functional art that tells a story. Whether you’re shopping for someone who has everything, looking for that perfect hostess gift, treating yourself to something special (we fully support that), or stopping by to say hello at Reid Park, we’ve got you covered.

The website might have a few rough edges right now, but our craftsmanship? That’s as perfect as ever. Rex is still spending however long it takes on each piece, and Dawn is still sourcing the most beautiful materials we can find.

Ready to Shop?

Head over to our online store to browse our full collection and take advantage of these holiday specials. Don’t forget:

• Gift Bundles at special prices through December 15th (or December 24th with expedited shipping)
• Free gifts with purchase of $50+ (while supplies last)
• Every piece comes with our lifetime guarantee on pens and our commitment to quality on everything else
• Everything is truly one-of-a-kind—no two pieces are ever exactly alike

Thank you for being patient with us during the website downtime. Your support means the world to us, and we can’t wait to help make your holiday gift-giving (or gift-getting!) extra special this year.

As always, if you have any questions or just want to chat about wood, we’re here. That’s one thing technical difficulties can never take offline.

Happy shopping, and happy holidays from our workshop to your home!

Rex & Dawn

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