Lavelle Woodworking Studio

Lavelle Woodworking Studio Fine furniture custom made to order and to your specifications. Furniture repair and refinishing ser We believe in the same principles as well.

Lavelle Woodworking Studio is owned and operated by Miranda & Zach Lavelle and was born out of the desire to create and build custom furniture pieces. When we bought a new house we had trouble finding the style of furniture that we liked and when we found something we did like it was either cheaply made or was overpriced for a mediocre piece. We knew that we could design and build the pieces we wa

nted at a cheaper price, that were quality, will last for generations, soft to the touch, and showed the natural beauty that wood offers. Neither one of us come from a design or woodworking background and we are not what would be considered 'Classically' trained. Instead the pieces you see here come from many hours of practice and learning from the 'Masters of Woodworking'. We approach our designing and construction of furniture with the mindset that it should be an item that you not only want to sit on, around, use but also is one that invites you to touch it and look at it. There is not one spot on the furniture that is not left untouched or is overlooked. The smallest details on, most of the pieces, are usually the ones that take the most time and are usually in the spots where most people do not notice. However, those small details are usually the most important parts that allow a piece of furniture to look, feel, and function the way we intend it to. Our designs of custom furniture is influenced by what can be found in nature, providing an organic look and feel to the pieces. Our designs are also influenced by Master Woodworkers Sam Maloof, George Nakashima, James Krenov, and others. They each had their own methods but the end results were all the same. Pieces that are elegant, invite you to touch, functional, and showcase the natural beauty of wood. Please reach out to us here or by phone if you are interested in any of our current pieces or if you have something else you wish to have made custom for you. We look forward to working with you on designing the perfect piece you are looking for. We also understand that there may be furniture that has been in your family for generations or may be a garage sale find that needs a little TLC. We also offer refinishing and repair services for any wood item you may have. Whether it is an old rocking chair, table, stool, wood toy it does not matter. We will work with you and provide you an cost estimate and timeline for how long a repair or refinishing will take. We understand that these items are a family treasure and we hope that we can help future generations of your family enjoy them as well. Thank You,
~Miranda and Zach Lavelle
~Lavelle Woodworking Studio

05/17/2026

Fun day in the shop today. One of my students from the last introduction to woodworking is coming back for a one on one small project. They do not have any experience in woodworking so I wanted him to do a small project. Something extremely simple that will only take a couple of hours. We are doing a tea light holder and hopefully when we are done he feels good and is comfortable to try this on his own.

04/25/2026

Fun day ahead with 8 hours of Introduction to Woodworking with three students today. I look forward to doing these classes and passing my knowledge on to those just getting started

04/23/2026

Stop doing this with your bandsaw. Pushing too hard into the blade is how blades wander and snap. This is essential woodworking education every beginner needs to stay safe and make cleaner cuts.

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04/23/2026

Beginning woodworkers — this is a silent danger. Sanding without dust collection or a mask exposes you to fine dust that builds up over time. This is essential woodworking education every beginner needs to stay safe and protect their lungs.

04/22/2026

Your drill press is more dangerous than it looks. If you don’t clamp your workpiece, it can spin and become a weapon. This is essential woodworking education every beginner needs to stay safe at the drill press.


04/21/2026

Stop doing this before someone gets hurt. Cutting before the blade reaches full speed is how boards twist and bind. This is essential woodworking education every beginner needs to stay safe at the table saw.

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04/21/2026

Beginner mistake that causes most router accidents — feeding the board the wrong direction. That’s why the router grabs and launches. This is essential woodworking education every beginner needs to stay safe and in control.

04/21/2026

Beginner mistake that causes most router accidents — feeding the board the wrong direction. That’s why the router grabs, pulls, and launches your workpiece. If you’ve ever felt that sudden grab, this is the woodworking education you need to stay safe and in control at the router table.

04/17/2026

Cutting tiny pieces freehand at the miter saw is one of the most dangerous beginner habits. Small offcuts kick back fast, and your fingers are too close to the blade. Here’s the safer way to handle small cuts.

04/16/2026

Woodworkers who want smooth, professional finishes need to understand one simple rule: always sand between coats. Skipping this step leaves dust nibs, rough texture, and uneven sheen. When you lightly sand between coats, you knock down imperfections and create a flawless surface that looks like it came from a pro shop. This is core Woodworking 101—simple habits that instantly improve your results, especially for beginners learning DIY woodworking and finishing techniques.

04/15/2026

Over‑clamping is one of the fastest ways to ruin a glue joint. If you’re learning woodworking, this quick lesson shows why “more pressure” weakens the joint and how pros clamp just tight enough for a strong bond.

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