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Oak & Anvil Works, in addition to metal fabrication services, specializes in unique and timeless mixed-media home decor art expertly crafted using reclaimed woods and recycled steel.

My bride added an old-fashioned blackboard to the boys' school room, so I made her a chalk rail to go with it! A little...
09/22/2026

My bride added an old-fashioned blackboard to the boys' school room, so I made her a chalk rail to go with it! A little cherry, a little maple, and with a Polyshade finish, all make this a classy addition.

But wait! There's more!

My workshop helper decided mom needed a pointer for her new chalkboard. He thought a discarded telescoping wand from a broken magnet stick would be perfect. He wasn't wrong! So we designed and cut a pointing finger, mounted it to a bit of 1/4" rod after turning one end to fit the wand. A little paint later, and mom loves her new pointer. 👈

It's a fun weekend that finds me welding in/under a combine harvester one moment, and making classy and whimsical classroom paraphernalia the next.

07/25/2026

CANDY. CANNON.
That is all.

07/25/2026

Today was the annual Bison Days parade! Organized by Mariel Wolsing, it's always a great way for Oak & Anvil Works to engage with our amazing community.

No parade is complete without slinging swag, so this year we added a Candy Cannon we built for the occasion. With a little compressed air, and a wad of paper towels, this beauty hurled a handful of smarties a respectable 30', or so. (Not too shabby for a last-minute build!)

My three eager gunners operated it like seasoned veterans. 😆

07/24/2026

Sometimes, inspiration is found in the restfulness of a crackling fire and a nice rye.

Yeah... I'm not in my workshop tonight, even though I have so SO much to do. On occasion, the system needs a reset; to slow down and take stock, and dream up new ideas. Or maybe just prioritize the ideas I've already had.

There's just something about the crackle of a fire, the rustling of cottonwood leaves, and the timid rhythmic chirping of crickets to help me climb out of the daily mundane.

Tomorrow I'll be back at it, wearing all the hats and tied in knots. But for now it's just me, the wind, crickets, and my thoughts.

Take care, friends. God bless you all.

We are proud to sponsor the 2026 Bison Days Medallion Hunt! This handsome 6" medallion will be hidden...somewhere...for...
07/19/2026

We are proud to sponsor the 2026 Bison Days Medallion Hunt! This handsome 6" medallion will be hidden...somewhere...for an enterprising hunter to find. will be posting daily clues to guide eagle-eyed seekers to it's super-secret location. What a great way to amp up community involvement in the lead up to Bison Days!

If you don't find it, but would still like to get your hands on one, drop us a line! We'd love to craft one just for you!

We have an informational display at the in Thompson, Iowa. If you're curious about what we do, or want to inquire abou...
07/16/2026

We have an informational display at the in Thompson, Iowa. If you're curious about what we do, or want to inquire about your custom project, come and visit!

I just wrapped up some minor repairs and enhancements to this 76 year old piece. Originally built in 1955 from solid bl...
06/16/2026

I just wrapped up some minor repairs and enhancements to this 76 year old piece. Originally built in 1955 from solid black walnut, this ingenious design features a folding table top that hingings in the middle, then swivels, to create a small console.

After 76 years of use and further drying, the wood had warped subtly, imparting an undesired wobble.

The first step was to counter the wobble at the source: the floor. I carefully drilled insets in its four feet and installed discreet screw-levelers. Now, with the turn of a wrench, the wobble is gone.

To further steady the surface, I fabricated four decorative steel gussets of the same style used elsewhere in my patron's store, where this piece lives. These reinforce the two wood screws that solely supported the uprights previously.

Finally, I reinvigorated the the finish. Three quarters of a century of wear and tear had left their mark. I carefully applied walnut finish restorer making its color pop once more and giving it back the luster it had when it came from its maker's workshop.

Working on these sorts of pieces is always a singular honor. Perhaps I'm a romantic soul, but becoming a part of a piece's history, its silent story, its chain of craftsmen, makes me glad to think my work may continue to echo down the years, and bring a measure of joy to those whose homes it comes to grace.

This is why we are Oak & Anvil Works.

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Today's workshop shenanigans found the boys and I creating my bride's Mother's Day gift - a custom crafted, squirrel con...
05/10/2026

Today's workshop shenanigans found the boys and I creating my bride's Mother's Day gift - a custom crafted, squirrel confounding, wind defying bird feeder pole. It replaced a chintzy thirty-dollar wonder that couldn't withstand the weight of a single feeder without considerable reinforcement. I think it's safe to say it made her day (which in turn, made mine).

This beauty is deceptive in its scale. Exceeding 10' in height, 4 delicately curved arms extend 30" from the 2"x2" post. Adorning the top is a 12" hand forged basket twist topped with a fleur-de-lis. Feeders can be filled by loosing the paracord from its cleat to lower the intended feeder into easy reach.

The post is mounted by sliding its base into a receiver tube that is welded to 1/2" rebar stakes that pierce the earth to a depth of 30". The entire post can be lifted out of the receiver tube for storage, if desired.

This is the post you hope to find at the local big box store, only to walk away with a flimsy undersized shepherds crook you know isn't worth the money you paid for it. This is why small business matters: we can make your vision come to life. Yes, the price will be higher; but if you care about quality with a touch of artistry and craftsmanship, you will not be disappointed.

05/03/2026

Hey, everyone! Since moving our workshop to Northern Iowa, we haven't had a great outlet to show off our home decor pieces, until now. We are thrilled to announce that a small selection of our work is now available at Reesiliency Baked Goods & More on Main Street in Buffalo Center! Stop by and support this wonderful new business!

Me: Guess I'll head over to the workshop.Nature: LOL, good luck with that.
03/16/2026

Me: Guess I'll head over to the workshop.

Nature: LOL, good luck with that.

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2407 420th Street
Buffalo Center, IA
50424

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