Michael Cedoz in his workshop

The Story

Based in Mount Vernon, Ohio, Michael brings a meticulous eye and steady hand to every piece he creates. What started as a passion for working with wood has grown into Redbarn Wood Turning — a workshop dedicated to crafting pieces that are as functional as they are beautiful.

From hand-turned bowls that highlight the natural grain of the wood to finely crafted pens and larger custom furniture, each piece is shaped with care, patience, and respect for the material.

Most of the wood comes from right here in Knox County — fallen trees from storms, trees taken down for construction, logs that would otherwise end up as firewood. There's something satisfying about giving a 100-year-old oak a second life as a kitchen table.

100%
Handcrafted
Ohio
Grown & Made
Unique Pieces

How a Piece Comes to Life

Every project begins with a conversation and ends with something you'll treasure.

Select the Wood

Each piece starts with hand-selecting the right wood — considering grain, species, and character to match the vision.

Shape & Turn

Using a combination of traditional turning techniques and modern tools, the raw wood takes shape on the lathe or workbench.

Finish & Deliver

Multiple rounds of sanding, finishing, and hand-polishing bring out the wood's natural beauty — ready to be enjoyed for years.

Blog

Stories about the work, the craft, and the wood that shapes it all.

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