About Me
First off, welcome to Honey Brook Tools and Woodworks. Thank you for stopping by my site. Anyone who knows me will tell you I don’t love talking about myself, but since you made the effort to get this far, here goes:
Honey Brook Tools and Woodworks was born in March of 2022 after a career pivot from a decade-plus of teaching in rural Vermont and a few other interesting professions along the path as well. My shop is here in a barn we built on the property I share with my wife Joanne.

I work closely with my assistant, Murphy, who, despite sleeping a lot, is consistently my Employee of the Month.

Honey Brook is the realization of a love for working with wood which, like many of us, was sparked by my junior high wood shop teacher, but largely left unfulfilled until later in life. With the purchase of our 19th century farmhouse I soon found myself buying hand tools for restoration projects around the house. Soon, I felt the urge to begin creating my own projects from wood and turned to watching YouTube videos of Paul Sellers teaching hand tool woodworking. His instruction truly relit my passion for woodworking.
One of my greatest joys in woodworking is working with well-crafted hand tools. They provide tactile feedback and make me feel more connected to my work. Over the years, I’ve collected a variety of vintage turnscrews and have always been struck by how the handle designs feel good in the hand and delight the eye. For me it’s important that the tools we use not only be highly functional but also be aesthetically pleasing and inspirational.
These are the tools I build for you. My ultimate goal is to help you realize your creative vision, and enjoy the process along the way.
All of my tools are unconditionally guaranteed to live up to these ideals. If they don’t, you can simply return them at my expense for a replacement or full refund.
Let customers speak for us
from 74 reviewsI enjoy buying tools from independent small businesses, because I feel more connected to the creative process when I understand a little about who produced my tool. My ebony birdcage no. 2 awl is gorgeous! Delicate, balanced and with such a velvet like feel in my hand. I could not ask for a better execution; the fit and finish is flawless. I could not be more pleased. Thank you!
I Love the Winding Sticks….. Gorgeous n Superb Craftsmanship……..I will be a return customer!!!
While I have not had the opportunity to use it yet, the craftsmanship is amazing. This is a beautiful tool and I have no doubt will be used often on projects.
Now I need to learn how to use them. Very happy with the build.
My new marking gauge is an excellent woodworking tool and estheticly very handsome. The weight is just right and the English boxwood is an added benefit when using the guide. I’m very pleased with my purchase and the craftsmanship.
The Spanish Cedar Winding Sticks are absolutely breathtaking. The Tiger Maple inlays are perfect, and the fit and finish is flawless. These are the most beautifully crafted tools in my tool chest.
It looks even more beautiful in person than I expected. It's a great size and a very nice addition to my shop.
This awl is great looking. I have not yet used the awl; although I'm use there won't beany issue. Communication with the seller was excellent. I would highly recommend this seller to anyone.
This awl is great looking. I have not yet used the awl; although I'm use there won't beany issue. Communication with the seller was excellent. I would highly recommend this seller to anyone.
Wonderful craftsmanship and a heirloom tool. Much appreciated.
An awl like no other. The fit and finish are perfect. I highly recommend this awl and can’t imagine anyone being disappointed.
Latest purchase from Honey Brook, Will crafted me the 12" tri square, no 85 marking gauge, limited edition marking knives, and No 2 birdcage awl...Man alive sweet Lord above..all I can say is these articles of pure unadulterated craftsmanship were a beauty to behold..I put them all to good use on a project day 1 when I received them. You won't be disappointed in any product from Honey Brook...as the old saying goes, buy once, cry once...these are truly Heirloom pieces that can be used every day and pass down to generations to come!
Check Out Honey Brook Merchandise
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Honey Brook Gift Card
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Honey Brook Tools and Woodworks Pint Glass
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Honey Brook Tools and Woodworks 20 oz. Tumbler
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HBTW Adult Bio-Washed Dad Hat
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