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Crafting Beyond the Grain: 3D Printing a Kentucky Icon for the Four Roses Visitor Center Here in the heart of Kentucky, craftsmanship is in the air we breathe—often beautifully mingled with the sweet, toasted aroma of aging bourbon. At Open

From Bourbon Vat to Tasting Table: Crafting the Ultimate Four Roses Flight Tray There is something deeply spiritual about a good glass of bourbon. It’s a spirit defined by time, patience, and the wood it matures in. So, when the

Walnut River Table From the quiet floors of a dense forest to the gentle rocking of a houseboat on Lake Cumberland, some pieces of wood are destined for a journey that spans a century. At Open Grain Woodwork, we recently

The Raven Inlay & the Art of the Custom Table Welcome back to the Open Grain Woodwork journal! In our workshop, we thrive on challenges that blend classic craftsmanship with modern precision technology. While we build everything from custom cabinetry

From the Track to the Table: Celebrating the 152nd Kentucky Derby with Custom Woodwork The legacy of the Kentucky Derby is carved into its architecture—literally. From the historic Paddock Wood Salvage that echoes the track’s 19th-century origins to the reclaimed

Winning the Triple Crown of Craftsmanship: Custom Derby Displays In Louisville, the first Saturday in May isn’t just a date on the calendar—it’s a lifestyle. As the city gears up for the Kentucky Derby, the energy is electric, the mint

Crafting a Legacy: The AMPED “Building a More Equitable Community” Installation At Open Grain Woodworking, we believe that wood is more than just a building material—it’s a medium for storytelling. Recently, we had the honor of partnering with AMPED Louisville

From the Bluegrass to the Hawkeye State: Crafting a 5-Foot Statement for Cedar Ridge Distillery In the heart of Louisville, Kentucky, the air often carries the sweet, toasted aroma of aging bourbon. It’s a city where craftsmanship isn’t just a

Honoring Names with Presence The loss of a crew is felt deeply across the entire aviation community, but perhaps nowhere more than here in the “Air Capital of the World.” On November 4, 2025, Flight 2976 left a void in

The J-Town “Full Court Press” Dry Bar At Open Grain Woodwork, we know that March in Kentucky means two things: high-stakes hoops and hosting. When a client from right here in J-Town came to us, she wasn’t just looking for

We all have that one “awkward” spot in our home, don’t we? That little wall that just begs for a purpose. For one homeowner, that spot was a narrow wall near their kitchen, ripe for transformation into a stylish and

Welcome to the exciting world of woodworking! In 2024, the woodworking industry is set to witness a revolution in architectural design. From commercial spaces to high-end residential projects, the demand for custom woodworking solutions is on the rise. As technology