Whiskey/Wine Box
For that special occasion where a gift of wine or whiskey with glasses is desired. Your box can be customized -- number of bottles and/or glasses the box will hold; special engraving on the box; and/or a choice of woods and finish. Contact Mountain Woodworker for your personal quote.
Type
- wood
Meet the Maker
Phil Rasmussen
Mountain Woodworker
We design and create custom, hand-crafted furniture, decor items, pens for clients worldwide.
Mountain Woodworker was formally created by Phil Rasmussen in 2009 after retirement from both the military and the NC Community College System.
Phil's first exposure to woodworking was at his grandfather's knees when he was around seven years old. His Grandfather was a noted craftsman in the Boston area and did much of the repair work to furniture and other items at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
As he grew, Phil kept an interest in woodworking helping his father with home projects. In 1959,he turned his first cup and bowl while attending school in Turkey.
Continuing with his education while in the service, Phil developed his artistic skills through art and photography courses. While attending Rochester Institute of Technology, he sold his first piece of woodwork (a dinning room table) at a student art exhibit.
Since graduating from college he has taught courses at the community college and university level for students and faculty alike until he retired in 2009, at which time he formed Mountain Woodworker. While creating masterful pieces of woodworking, he continues to lecture and demonstrate various aspects of woodworking.
Customer Reviews
Nancy Jenkins
Jan 4, 2021Phil did the most amazing job! From our beginning written discussions we narrowed down what I wanted. The craftmanship is exceptional. It was a joy to interact on this project which gave me such a fitting tribute to my husband's flag from Arlington National Cemetery. Thank you so much!
Beatriz Dyer
Dec 26, 2015I am so very happy with the final work product! This gentleman creates timeless pieces of wood that make beautiful gifts. My grandchildren will love these keepsake boxes. Thank you, Sir!
Brian Godau
Apr 18, 2016Phil did a tremendous job with creating the cutting board using photos of other boards and customizing the board exactly how I wanted it. He kept me updated with the progress and provided me with photos on the project. I would recommend using Phil for any project.
Christine Kane
May 30, 2017chris carr
Jul 26, 2014I will definitely work with Phil Rasmussen, the "Mountain Woodworker" again. if I need anything else made I am sure he will be the first I contact. The box I asked him to construct, with special instructions is absolutely fantastic. Flawless would be a thought I have when I look at it. It exceeded my expectations, and he followed my special instructions very carefully. My box is expertly put together, very reasonably priced, and its perfectly smooth and square. Even If there were some criticism I would offer, it would be to make the website more navigable. On several occasions I attempted to use the site on my smart phone, which did not work. There were also a couple occasions I could not read the private messages from the craftsman I was conversing with. All in all I am extremely pleased with the product, and I feel it was well worth what I paid for. I do believe some professional review of the custommade.com's website and its functionality would greatly improve my experience, but I will be back none the less.