How Grey Muzzle Woodwork Began

We're Dean and Kendall, the duo behind Grey Muzzle Woodwork. After nearly two decades together, we've tackled plenty of projects, and Grey Muzzle Woodwork became one of our favorites.

After buying our home in 2016, DIY projects quickly became part of everyday life, from building a fence gate to making garden planters for one of Kendall's many plant collections.

Then 2020 came along. With some extra time at home, Dean started making wooden wavy flags as a hobby. After sharing a few on social media, friends and family began asking if he could make one for them too. Before long, Kendall was recruited into the workshop, and Grey Muzzle Woodwork began to take shape.

From Wooden Flags to Custom Woodworking

What started with handcrafted wooden flags has grown into a much wider collection of unique woodworking projects. Today, we create custom wooden gifts, CNC-carved pieces, personalized signs, trinket trays, coasters, seasonal decorations, home décor, and outdoor projects.

We're always experimenting with new designs, different species of wood, and new techniques. Some of our favorite projects begin with one of us saying, "What if we tried this?"

Whether it's a personalized keepsake, a gift for someone who has everything, or a one-of-a-kind piece for your home, we love turning ideas into something special.

We take pride in highlighting the natural grain and character of each piece of wood. No two pieces are exactly alike, and that's part of what makes handcrafted woodworking so special.

Why the Name Grey Muzzle?

Our name has a very special meaning to us.

Shortly after moving into our home in 2016, we adopted our first senior rescue dog, and we never looked back. Since then, we've rescued and fostered several dogs and developed a special place in our hearts for helping older pets enjoy their golden years.

When it came time to name our woodworking business, we wanted something that represented who we are and what we love.

Grey Muzzle Woodwork brings together two of our greatest passions: creating with wood and giving senior rescue dogs a second chance.

Meet Hank: The Inspiration Behind Our Logo

The dog in our logo isn't just a design. It's Hank.

Hank was our first senior rescue dog and the one who started it all. He was incredibly sweet, endlessly loved, and will always hold a special place in our hearts.

Although Hank has since crossed the rainbow bridge, his memory lives on through Grey Muzzle Woodwork. His silhouette inspired our logo and reminds us every day why we chose our name.

Handmade by Us, From Start to Finish

There isn't a big production facility behind Grey Muzzle Woodwork. It's the two of us, working together in our small-but-mighty shop, usually with a few four-legged supervisors nearby.

We design, carve, cut, sand, finish, and assemble our woodworking projects ourselves. Our dogs are especially good at reminding us to take snack breaks and keeping an eye on quality control!

We're proud to be a small woodworking business creating handcrafted and personalized wooden pieces for customers who appreciate something different from the usual big-box-store gifts.

Thank You for Supporting Our Small Business

Every purchase, custom order, social media share, and conversation at a craft show means more to us than you know. Your support allows us to continue learning, creating, and bringing new woodworking ideas to life.

Whether you found us at a local craft show, through social media, or while searching for a unique handmade wooden gift, we're glad you're here.

Thank you for being part of the Grey Muzzle Woodwork story!