We manufacture large capacity bird feeders out of native white cedar.
After experimenting with different species of wood including Western Red Cedar, Eastern White Pine, and Eastern White Cedar, I have chosen White Cedar. It is a soft wood, but holds up to the weather conditions well.
All cedar used for our Wooden Bird Feeders is grown in Maine. The cedar is cut in the Patten area of Maine and trucked to the mill that saws it. This mill is local and I purchased it in the rough as dimensional rough lumber.
I do not use wide boards in building these feeders for two reasons. Wide boards tend to cup and secondly, the mill owner does not tend to have stock that wide because of the availability of large trees.
All 1 5/8 x 1 5/8 stock is re-sawed and planed. All wide components are glued with West System Epoxy and then planed to size. This epoxy preforms well in all outside environments and types of weather.
I use 90% select cedar in our bulk feeders. The screw fasteners are stainless steel as is the piano hinges. The brads are galvanized. The Optix plexiglas is made by Plaskoline and has a thickness of .098 inch. The copper used is a grade called ‘turn brown’ which weathers to a dark brown patina.
All stains, if you wish, are Cabots and all varnish is Epifanes high gloss clear.
The result is the highest quality hand made Wooden Bird Feeders on the market today. I personally hand select each component for every feeder I build so that you can trust each and every feeder is built as well as they look.
Originals in Fine Art and in reproductions. Working in mixed water media on clayboard and scratchboard developing images in layers of etching and painting. Copies of art work are reproduced to make blank greeting cards. Work may be seen in Alfred by appointment and through participating area art shows: sponsored by The Art Guild of the Kennebunks and the Maine Women in the Arts. Besides the artwork visible on my website, work may be seen by appointment in Alfred, Maine
Overlooking the Kennebec River, the Alan Claude Gallery is located in historic downtown Gardiner. Alan Claude’s Poster Style art of lighthouses, coastal and lake scenes of Maine and other New England states are boldly displayed in the artist’s beautifully restored buildings and gallery. Alan Claude’s Maine Calendar series are among one of the most popular gifts for visitors and locals alike. Other items include coasters and notecards order online or come and visit my new gallery and gift store in Gardiner, Maine. Just 45 minutes North of Portland, Maine.
Bunting Hill Arts jewelry is created with my own hand formed Flamework Glass Beads,and Vitreous Enamel with my own Metal Smithed Components. I work in Fine Silver, Sterling Silver, Jewelers Bronze, and Copper. I create my own metal textures and patinas by hand, these include forging, rolling, etching, flame painting, metal stains and oxidizing. My pieces are one of a kind or limited edition. I source my glass rods for bead creation from the Pacific Northwest, Italy, and Germany. My metals are recycled wire and sheet from this country. I also utilize both up-cycled, vintage, and modern components from wherever I find them (Always fun to repurpose cool stuff!!) I make Earrings(my first love), Bracelets, Pendants and Necklaces.
From the rocky coastline of Maine, I search for uniquely formed pebbles, shell bits and sea glass to create Pebble Art. My most popular are the Pebble Families, Bride & Groom and Pebble Pets, all featuring a heart-shaped moon. Each is finished in a wood box frame.
Highland Foods, LLC is the proud maker of Maple Pepper® Brand Seasoning since 1987. Our products are made with 100% pure maple sugar – savory with a touch of sweetness. We use only the finest ingredients to maintain freshness, quality and taste. Maple Pepper® Brand Seasoning is pure and simple. Try it once. You’ll come back for more!
Our seasoning comes in four flavors: Maple Pepper® Original, Maple Pepper® w/Habanero, Maple Pepper® w/Garlic, and Maple Pepper® w/Rosemary. Products are available in two convenient packaging types: 2.6 oz. glass jars with shaker tops, and larger sized pour and shakes.
The versatility of Maple Pepper® Brand Seasoning lends itself to use as a table condiment; flavoring for olive oil; dry rub for roasts, poultry and grilling; flavoring for marinade for meat; signature flavor for stews, soups, meatloaf and casseroles; and a sweet, peppery kick for seafood and vegetables.
Glass Paradox artware is hand-painted in rural Maine. Starting with blank stemware that is selected for it’s functionality and ability to withstand the painting and curing process, Amy hand-paints her own designs on each piece. Once painted, the glass needs to set for 24 hours before it is heat cured, bonding the design to it’s glass canvas. No two pieces are exactly alike though a set of any design will compliment each other with minimal variation. The finished artware is hand-washable and able to be used daily with proper care.
Inspired by everything and anything, designs range from abstract and contemporary more traditional, all colorful and fun.
Ancestral French Soaps revived an old soap recipe from the Mediterranean area and make different kind of cleaners.We make bars of soap for different use. Body soaps, hair soaps, shaving soaps, dish soap bars, all purpose bars , delicate wash, pet soap, laundry detergent to name a few. We are committed to no plastic packaging as well as a close customer services to allow for a deeper understanding of the quality and uniqueness of our soaps. Since 2018, we have prevented 157000 single use plastic bottles from being made!
Located in Northern Maine, we are producing heirloom quality goods meant for everyday use. With proper care, 623 Woodworks products will last a lifetime.
As we work predominantly with reclaimed wood, our products are but the next chapter in an already storied life. Some of our elm bowls for example came from trees that were standing before Maine was even a state. Imagine the things they have seen!
We are proud to share our passion and this small piece of the Northern Maine woods with you. Please see below for our featured product and full offerings.
