Hand-Turned Bowl Project
From raw spalted stock to finished bowl forms, this sequence shows both material vision and execution on the lathe.
Cheboygan, Michigan • Veteran Owned • Third-Generation Craft
Stable Table creates heirloom-quality furniture, restoration work, refinishing, and custom builds with old-school craftsmanship, real shop discipline, and a standard of care that shows in the finished product.
They want a piece saved instead of replaced.
They want custom work built around their space, not a catalog.
They want craftsmanship with real accountability behind it.
If you care about quality, detail, and something worth passing down, you are in the right place.
Every commission and restoration is handled with the goal of creating something durable, beautiful, and worthy of the people who will live with it for years to come.
About Stable Table
Stable Table is rooted in third-generation woodworking and shaped by a standard of workmanship that treats quality as the baseline, not the upgrade.
That traditional craft is backed by a modern, organized workflow and a level of accountability forged through military service. The result is a shop that values precision, communication, and work that holds up over time.
Whether restoring a family piece, refinishing furniture with life left in it, or building something custom from the ground up, the mission stays the same: create work with integrity and make it worth owning for decades.
Services
Clear, high-end craftsmanship with real utility behind it. No filler. No assembly-line feel. Just work done right.
Structural repairs, missing-part reconstruction, stabilization, and careful restoration for pieces worth saving.
Purpose-built furniture and statement pieces designed around your home, style, and functional needs.
Finish renewal, surface correction, damage repair, and refinishing work that brings worn furniture back to life.
Work directly with the craftsman to develop a one-of-a-kind piece, restoration plan, or design concept from the ground up.
Featured Restoration
A direct before-and-after transformation showing surface recovery, tone restoration, and the kind of finish work that brings tired outdoor furniture back to life.
Portfolio
Actual project work, real transformations, turned pieces, custom furniture, and restoration pieces — not generic stock imagery.
From raw spalted stock to finished bowl forms, this sequence shows both material vision and execution on the lathe.
A worn table brought back with a richer surface, better tone, and a finish that feels clean, warm, and usable again.
A warm finished chest with strong grain character and handcrafted detail, showing range beyond standard furniture forms.
Functional design, solid construction, and a piece that feels handcrafted instead of mass-produced.
Small furniture with visual warmth, proportion, and practical storage built into the design.
Another example of material contrast, clean lines, and custom-built utility with visual interest.
Project Stories
In The Shop
This business is not built around a fake brand persona. It is rooted in a real local shop, real relationships, and the kind of work people can actually come see, talk about, and trust.
Pictured here: Wade in the shop with Brody Cutter from Coffee Roasters in town.
Handcrafted Shop
Stable Table offers a curated collection of handcrafted wood pieces designed for everyday use, meaningful gifting, and custom home accents. Each piece is individually built and finished in-shop using carefully selected wood, natural grain character, and a level of craftsmanship that mass-produced items cannot match.
No two pieces are exactly alike. Every item carries its own tone, grain, texture, and presence.
Refined hardwood coaster sets built for daily use and finished by hand. Each set highlights natural grain movement, rich tone, and a clean, durable finish.
$35 – $65
Request This ItemDurable outdoor birdhouses designed with structure, proportion, and timeless character. Built to bring warmth and handcrafted detail to porches, gardens, and outdoor spaces.
$55 – $125
Request This ItemFunctional handcrafted napkin holders with clean lines, natural warmth, and subtle grain character. A simple everyday item elevated through real wood and hand-finished detail.
$40 – $85
Request This ItemClean, practical wall pieces built to organize entryways, mudrooms, cabins, and home offices while adding handcrafted wood character to the space.
$45 – $125
Request This ItemOne-of-a-kind small pieces such as display stands, small boxes, rustic accents, and tabletop decor. Ideal for gifts, cabins, offices, and personal spaces.
$50 – $175
Request This ItemIf you have something specific in mind, Stable Table can review the idea, discuss size, material, finish, budget, and timeline, then determine whether it is a good fit for the shop.
Quoted by project
Explore Custom BuildsCustom Builds
For customers looking for something larger, more personal, or completely one-of-a-kind, Stable Table also accepts custom build requests. These projects are quoted individually based on size, complexity, material, finish, and timeline.
Custom work may include furniture, accent tables, nightstands, shelving, decorative pieces, restoration-based rebuilds, and unique concepts that require a craftsman’s eye.
1. Tell us what you want built or restored.
2. Include rough size, preferred style, and any inspiration photos.
3. We review the project and provide next steps or an estimate range.
Client History
Strong review presentation with cleaner spacing and a more polished luxury layout.
“His skill and attention to detail is like the craftsmen of a bygone era. I highly recommend this business.”
“A talented craftsman with honesty and integrity who truly takes pride in his work. Highly recommended.”
“Wade is very professional and has a keen eye for details. His work will be treasured for many generations.”
Ready To Start
Whether you need restoration, refinishing, repair, or a custom build, the next step is simple: reach out and start the conversation.
Contact
Tell us about your project, piece, or idea. Whether you are restoring something meaningful or commissioning something new, this is where it starts.