The Creative Story

We invite you into the journey.
Hand-made wooden craftsmanship from United States based woodworking. High-end craftsmanship for a good design selection as well.

The Expertise in the Woodworking

Everything is made with an intricate process and by hand. All products are made with patience to insure that what is being made for you will meet your expectations. Every piece is unique, and something you can be excited about. 

Creative + Unique + Excited + Celebration

1. Creative Design

2. Making and Shaping

3. Finished Project

"I have been exhibiting at art shows and galleries the past 25 years. I was designated one of two Illinois Artisans in wood in 2008.  Moving back to Indiana, I was designated an Indiana Artisan in wood in 2015. I have always been driven by my passions, whether it be teaching or working in my studio. I cannot fathom a time when I will not be totally involved in my art  and in my life." -Thom Pabst, Founder of Thom Pabst Creations

EXCITED ABOUT THE DESIGN. 
LOOKING TO SERVE YOU.

200+

Designs

1000+

Pieces Made

30+

Years of Experience 

Family, Homes, and More

Unique Designs

While teaching, Thom began using his trade to make items for his grandchildren like rocking horses, doll houses, and furniture for their bedrooms. For students graduating from his speech team, Thom would make wooden graduation books, photo albums, pens, and more.

 

With all of his woodworking skills, Thom began to grow the array of items he would make as a testament to his excitement for the creative process. This catalog of items grew so expansive that Thom began taking his creations to art shows. After fifteen years of selling his work at art shows, Thom decided to create this website, thereby expand the viewership of his work. We hope that you enjoy it as much as he does.

 

Family, Homes, and More

Thom's journey in woodworking began at the age of five playing with tools on the ground while his dad was working on a barn roof. His time came in high school, when his dad, L.W. Pabst, began to teach him the trade. In time, he learned every facet of home building.

 

After graduating high school, Thom became an English teacher, but continued to build houses in the summers. After 37 years of teaching, Thom has worked on or built half the homes at his high school.

Unique Designs

While teaching, Thom began using his trade to make items for his grandchildren like rocking horses, doll houses, and furniture for their bedrooms. For students graduating from his speech team, Thom would make wooden graduation books, photo albums, pens, and more.

 

With all of his woodworking skills, Thom began to grow the array of items he would make as a testament to his excitement for the creative process. This catalog of items grew so expansive that Thom began taking his creations to art shows. After fifteen years of selling his work at art shows, Thom decided to create this website, thereby expand the viewership of his work. We hope that you enjoy it as much as he does.

Watch as Thom Guides the Item to be Sawed.

Multiple pieces of wood under a saw to make a wood working piece Thom Pabst working with a saw to cut exotic wood

A Woodworker Who Has Done The Work 

Credentials

Years of experience working on homes, teaching classes at local woodworking shops, and creating hand made luxury items for you.

Awards

Thom has received awards over the years for his work.

Shows

Thom has traveled to well over 100 shows, displaying his work and talking to patrons. What you see is refined work.

F.A.Q.

What types of wood do you use in your work?

Please refer to the product information page for opportunities to see what woods may be available.

What are the options to have custom work done?

I prefer that it be done by email or the contact form above. Please fill out the form or email me directly at thompabstcreation@yahoo.com

What types of finish do you put on your product?

It depends on the product. Spray lacquers, oils, wipe-on polyurethane.

What parts wood working does Thom enjoy the most?

Thom enjoys the creative process, handcrafting new ideas, and being able to hear how people are enjoying the pieces he has made. Please refer to the quote at the top of the page for more information.

Which events does Thom go to related to his woodworking and craftsmanship?

Thom goes to events in the state of Indiana with his pieces. Please contact me with recommended shows, or to ask about which one he is planning on going to next. 

 

There are pieces unique to the website that are on the shop, so go and look to see what is listed.