Birch Oakley OC

[raejin99]

Just got to do some woodworking for the first time in a long while, and I am once again reminded of why I enjoy my favorite type of word to work with: Purpleheart.

Why’s it called purpleheart?

Muthafuckin’ purple wood. How cool is that? It’s brown when you cut it, but due to oxidization, eventually turns to a beautiful purple color. (if you don’t seal it at this stage, it’ll eventually turn red, I believe, which is still pretty, but you buy purpleheart for purple, damnit!)

And everything you make with it turns out amazing.

Purple floors?

Nice.

Purple stairs?

Fancy.

Purple table?

Sweet.

Purple guitar?

Awesome.

Purple whatever the hell is going on here?

Epic.

It’s just such a cool wood to work with, and it’s sturdy enough to be used for just about anything. If I ever get a house, half of it might just end up being made out of purpleheart.

Anyway, that’s enough nerdery for one post. I will now return to reblogging stupid pictures and recipes.

[rumblegrove-deactivated20180513]

mountain asks

[morigirldreams]

moon: what is your astrological sign?

gingerbread: your moral alignment

birdseed: family or friends?

sheets: your sexual orientation

warm milk: when do you usually fall asleep?

pot of honey: your gender identity

snow: what is your favorite time of year and why?

yarn: what are your most enjoyable hobbies?

bicycle: what are you talented at?

folktale: what stories remind you of your childhood?

woods: where do you feel at peace?

chicken feet: what is your emotional “flaw”?

red cheeks: what makes you nervous?

sunflower: what do you love and cherish?

bells: what sounds are your favorite or calm you the most?

turnip: what is a food you could eat everyday?

spit: do you get jealous easily?

mushroom: list unique things you like about yourself

cupboard: a good childhood memory

eyebags: what do you think makes a person attractive?

fallen log: something you’ve gotten over that you never thought you would

dagger: your worst fear

whisper: do you have any secrets?

wild boar: which person do you feel closest to?

sweet: what candies or cakes are you fond of?

footprints: do you remember your past lives?

fur: name an animal you feel connected to

vodka: do you drink?

sour cherry: an obscure tradition from your family?

pine needles: what is your favorite scent?

heart-shaped: do you believe in love? are you in love?

home: where do you dream of living?

spice: list your favorite herbs

mud: something you’re insecure about but trying to love

tobacco: do you have any addictions?

sock: how would you describe your clothing taste?

cuckoo clock: are you a morning, a noon, or an evening person?

wooden fence: a favorite memory

[will-o-the-witch]

Please oh please?~

[recipefordisaster]

Ooo these are adorable💛🌻

[cutekittensarefun]

My hobby is woodcarving. I made this cat of cherry wood. Is he really good?

[gayweeddaddy69]

[romanticcraftsman]

@sammythemom

[romanticcraftsman]

Dear Sammi,

I would be honored to be your plus-one at Michael and Michelle's wedding. I'm making travel and shop arrangements immediately and should be able to leave at dawn tomorrow.

If it would be alright with you, when I arrive I would still like to have a chance away from the celebration to plan that trip you want to make? You are an incredible individual and I would love your company any time, even if it comes with a lack of projects. Perhaps a morning bite or an evening drink, depending on the specific time of the wedding, would be a good time to discuss it?

I look forward to sharing in Michelle and Michael's celebrating with you,

Birch"

Birch rubbed his forehead once more, fingers resting on the ends of his eyebrows, "I really need to send one of these letters. I have to get started on the wedding gift." He glanced over the scattered pages and settled on this one with a sigh, "I hope I dont sound too..." Birch shook his head before he could finish and folded the paper to put in the envelope.

@sammythemom

[enrique262]

How professionals sink nails. 

[medusolo]

[WHACK]

[aestheticschaos]

Blue Autumn aesthetic

[somecutething]

[romanticcraftsman]

@sammythemom

[sosuperawesome]

Botanical Knives

Pocono Mountains Forge on Etsy

See our #Etsy or #Botanical tags

[romanticcraftsman]

Handles for @dreyathewildflower

[swingsetindecember]

ok, i’m built like a noble ox. like i am 6′1 and i am sturdy lady. like thighs for days. if you try to move me. you will be moved. body images aside (lol, i am self conscious about my size, yeah it’s life) 

so like, i am very used to girls standing next to me in public places. i end up acquiring a pack of ladies. just because women are like, that lady is a lady men stay away from. i am jerk kryptonite (usually, i get my fair share of creeps, such is life) but most men have self preservation that this 6′1 ox will break them. and i will

so usually i am in my own phone and look up to another lady standing next to me. and i will immediately look up and make eye contact and nod. like, you know, that nod. i see you and you can talk if there is something wrong. i end up on a reg basis being a defacto bodyguard to these young ladies and small women while waiting for buses and in the metro. 

i am a large oak tree. i protect the other birds. 

ladies, we all got roles. find tree in the wild. we’re always happy to provide shelter from the creeps.

i’ve regularly said, “move on, she doesn’t want to be your friend”

[romanticcraftsman]

I feel like this is one of his aunts maybe his sister, idk yet

[33v0]

what is it about capybaras that attracts groups of small animals to them? Its not just mammals either its like birds and turtles and frogs too

[33v0]

look at this shit

They radiate peace

[lizardsister]

capybaras are friend shaped

[gaylor-moon]

I love this post

[cantavier]

This is actually a cool thing I know about!

In the wild capybaras live in large groups so naturally a female capybara will take care of not only her own offspring, but all of the other offspring in the group. So capybaras are super great mothers who will adopt pretty much anything and take care of it.

Lots of places that rescue different animals will give a group of baby animals to a capybara to raise if they have one.

Like puppies

Ducks

Deer

Emus

They are just super calm animals so they’re naturally great at mothering or just existing in a group!

[screambirdscreaming]

mom shaped

[romanticcraftsman]

@sammythemom Your spirit animal must be a capybara! That'll be the next animal I carve for you

[visual-infinity]

Wisteria & Sakura by jun

[romanticcraftsman]

Family

Mother: Willow. Father always said he knew they were meant to marry because of her name. Her family just thought it was a cute and wispy name for her to have. Which she grew into well! Mom was always quiet, yet always ready to shield us from harm.

Father: Rowan. His father always spoke with great pride when it came to Dad growing into his name as well as he did. Talk about a long shadow.

Oldest Brother: Hawthorn. As savy as can be, sometimes I wonder if he should have been the one running the shop. He wonders the same thing, but actually voices it. Makes for a long dinner.

Oldest Sister: Ash. Now talk about a wise woman! She gets it from Grandmother, just like her name! She can be sweet if she needs to be, but usually keeps things to the point now.

Me: Birch. I was named after the tree of regneration, a symbol of creativity and fertility! So, my family was never surprised about my passion for carving, but they were when Tani and I never had a child. Little do they knew we had the layout of a nursery planned for the last year of our marriage, but it just wasn't in the cards. Might tell that story later though.

Youngest Sister: Holly. She's very lovely and a bit of a show-stealer if you're not careful. Always drove Ash up a wall, but the rest of thought she was amusing. She can be really irritating though, don't get me wrong, she takes after the thorny leaves just as much as the bright berries.

[romanticcraftsman]

Birch rolled his newest creation in the palm of his hand once again before checking it over for the millionth time. A small red panda carved from padouk wood and polished to a soft shine. He made sure to capture it's bright, yet relaxed, personality by leaving the natural red wood alone and having the panda curl around itself while asleep. The craftsman scored it where he could to show off their fluffy fur too.

Birch sighed as he looked around the room checking to see if she was still fixing them some drinks. After one last nervous moment he set the trinket on one of her side tables by her couch, turning the panda to face her if she took a seat next to it after he left. "She'll love you, don't you worry." He whispered to his work as a bit of a gift-blessing before going back to his seat.

@sammythemom ((wouldn't fit as an ask))

[lovershub]

“It is an art of the most exquisite kind to touch someone’s soul before touching their skin.”

— a.y. (via inksomniac)

[willdefloran]

@dangeroussubnega More storage ideas for your equipmemt/supplies!

[dangeroussubnega]

Oh, that’s nice and useful.

@romanticcraftsman I’ll give you the most intense orgasm of your life if you give me a discount and make this for me?

[romanticcraftsman]

The blood in Birch's face couldn't decide if it wanted to drain or heat up at her proposal. After a moment he cleared his throat, "While I don't doubt your abilities, Tani knew me very well and we engaged often. I don't think certain moments could be topped in an emotionless setting. Thank you for the gracious offer." He checked over the design, "This could be very simple and I suppose I could lump it in with Will's current lot to add in his large order discount."

((@workaholicmichelle @sammythemom someone needs to stop him from handing out loopholes and discounts so much ))

[woodworking-tools-and-plans]

via /r/woodworking

[lindseyhook]

Seems like the sun’s finally out for the season in Chicago. This general fit yellowheart holder is picking up all the rays 🌞. I’m hoping to do the same this weekend and make it to the beach at least once 🏖If you’re going to be stuck inside and need a little indoor solar power, you can pick this guy up in my Etsy shop 😊 https://www.etsy.com/shop/HooksWorks