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At Made and Assembled, we specialize in creating exquisite wooden gifts that celebrate life’s special moments. Each piece is carefully designed in-house by owner and designer Emily Bunting, and then lovingly cut, finished, and assembled by our skilled artisans. This process ensures that we offer a diverse range of creations, from simple yet elegant designs to intricate, elaborate masterpieces. Our dedication to craftsmanship is evident in every detail, as we meticulously select a variety of beautiful, natural woods that reflect our commitment to quality and the environment.
Every item we create is more than just a gift; it’s a cherished memory waiting to be made. We believe that the best gifts are those that evoke emotion and create lasting impressions.
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I have always been a maker of art. During my 35 year career as an early childhood educator, the practice of making art with children and the commitment to designing creative, open-ended play environments for them was very important to me. While I have always had a personal practice of drawing and collaging, about six years ago, I began block printing on fabrics to make gifts for friends. When people reached out to ask me to create custom printed textiles for them, I began to realize I may have the impetus for a small business.
I do not have a formal art education, but have taken many art workshops and classes, have studied at Haystack and participate in art-making retreats with other artists. Five years ago, I began meeting once a month with a group of four artists where we share our goals and inspirations – supporing each other in being accountable to ourselves in our creative practice.
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My quilting obsession actually brought me to beading! While experimenting with beads to embellish my quilts, I discovered I also completely enjoyed using beaded materials. I started experimenting with Kumihimo (Japanese braiding) about 3 years ago and have progressively expanded into varying bead weaving techniques. I love experimenting with new jewelry designs and color. I am a perfectionist and that shows in every piece I create.
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I was fortunate to grow up with a skilled family in the carpentry and building trades who encouraged me to build and create at a young age. The training as a photographer in the Navy exposed me to skills in composition, detail, discipline, as well as artistry. I then continued my education in woodworking and design at the Maine College of Art and the Center for Furniture Craftsmanship. I was also able to take workshops at Haystack Mountain School of Arts and the Fox Maple School of Traditional Building. After graduation with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, I worked for six years in the custom cabinet and kitchen design industry. From that experience, I then built and started my business in 2012. I have been creating one-of-a kind furniture, cabinet and projects ever since.
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I live in Windham with my husband and 2 young girls. We have 2 dogs and 1 cat. We started making dog treats because my parent’s dog was really sick with kidney issues which limited what he could have for treats. We could not buy him the store bought treats because of the ingredients. We started making him treats, he loved them. We eventually started making our treats for family and friends. The treats were loved by all who had them. We eventually made the decision to open BowWow Barkery, LLC in 2015.
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Creating innovative pieces coupled with artistic applications that highlight the beauty of natural wood. Each piece is versatile; useful and lasting, while intriguing interest and engagement.
I design and handcraft each piece in my personal studio. I use traditional and contemporary joinery methods, fine tune with chisels and hand planes, and apply finishes derived of natural oils and waxes. I primarily use a palette of native hardwoods hand selected for unique qualities such as color, pattern, and texture. Embracing the unique characters and colors of each material is an integral part of design.
Inspiration comes from the vast beauty of nature that surrounds me. This inspiration can be seen in the angles, tapers, and design details but also in the joinery, how each piece of wood meets to create form. These unique details make each piece truly original to enjoy for years to come.
Designed and crafted beautifully to live beautifully.
Customized design commissions welcome.
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Handmade jewelry and functional accessories in sterling silver and copper. Now featuring the 2025 Garden Collection.
Themes:
- Gardening and Wildlife
- Beaches and Ocean
- Space and the Night Sky
Products:
- Bracelets
- Cocktail Picks
- Earrings
- Hair Forks
- Key Chains
- Necklaces
- Ring Dishes
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Kelley and Sarah are business partners with a shared passion for running. Kelley has coached high school cross country and track and field for over thirty years. Sarah began coaching in 2010 and has experience with middle school and college-aged athletes. They have a good pulse on the running community and they are able to utilize feedback when designing new products to meet market needs.
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I was inspired while watching a National Geographic about Mount Everest. Images of oxygen cylinders left by mountaineers on top of the world both shocked and delighted me. Shocked by the thought of people trashing such a beautiful place and delighted because I believed I could take trash and recreate treasure.
What I didn’t realize was how much this “great idea” would change my life.
I traveled half way around the world and hiked into the Kumbu Valley to find these cylinders. With the help of The Nepal Mountaineering Association I recovered 132 oxygen cylinders left on top of the world. The story of getting them through customs was an adventure in it self.
Each bell or bowl is unique and comes with complete documentation of authenticity; including my trip to Nepal, the recovery of the cylinders, and the creation of the bells. The Bells and Bowls are very labor intensive and can take up to a month to create depending on my schedule.
