Rossana roz rossana zamudio

08/11/2026

In my dovetail class, we explore this relationship through the making of dovetails by hand—slowly, deliberately, paying attention to the tools, the wood, and the movement.
“Because craftsmanship is not only about the joint you make.” It is also about the relationship you build with your tools.My teacher James always says we need to build muscle memory—and that this technique becomes easier if you practice a martial art. I said, “I kind of do.” 💜🥋btw the coke is not mine…

08/07/2026

The key is in the clamps. 🔨🪵

A little pressure, a little patience, and the pieces start coming together.

08/07/2026

08/07/2026

Fresh homemade cookies available all day at Hotel Saint George in Marfa, Texas? There’s something especially perfect about starting the morning with a cup of coffee and a warm walnut cookie—served on the boards I made from walnut and purpleheart wood. Simple moments, thoughtfully crafted. Perfection.

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08/04/2026

Made in Marfa Texas. Every piece I design begins long before it becomes a product.

For me, the object is never the whole story. It carries the origin of its materials, the people behind them, the search for sustainable resources, and respect for the lives and trades that make it possible.

My joinery relies on traditional wood-to-wood assemblies rather than nails. I finish each piece with a citrus-based, non-toxic oil, and long-term care is simple—olive oil is all that’s needed to help preserve and nourish the wood over time. I believe a product’s life doesn’t end when it leaves my workshop; its entire cycle matters.

This piece has found its home, and knowing my client is happy with it is one of the most rewarding parts of my work.

For this project, I chose walnut and purpleheart. While these species are not native to Texas, I source them only through distributors who follow strict responsible sourcing standards. Quality materials come at a higher cost, but so do craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and a deep understanding of the market I serve.

Every decision is intentional. Every piece tells a story.

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08/03/2026

Every time I turn on the table saw, I still get that little shake.

Back in college, there was a serious accident in the woodshop involving another student. It left a lasting impression on me, and I’ve never forgotten it.

So even after all these years, I approach this machine with a healthy dose of respect. Fear keeps me focused. Experience keeps me steady.

And somehow, every clean, straight cut still feels incredibly satisfying. That’s the balance of woodworking for me: respecting the tools, trusting the process, and never taking either for granted. 🪵⚙️

08/03/2026

I get a manicure about once every blue moon.

So of course I celebrated by heading straight to the shop to cut Purpleheart. 💅🪵💜

Priorities. The nails are temporary. The sawdust is forever.

08/03/2026

Thanks for stopping by the workshop. You are a legend and inspiration for our community Lyuba and Sasha Titovets Lyubov Titovets Lyubov Titovets Sam H Patton

08/03/2026

boxcar_welding_co so nice to see you Mia!!! We need to get together for welding