Aspen Spirit

 Welcome to Aspen Spirit, my name is Michael Shaft, out of Bailey, Colorado.    This site is a showcase of handcrafted home accents , and woodart I create from departed aspen.  I like to think my style borders on "elegant & rustic" suitable for most decors.   I  often have a specific design in mind, other times the uniqueness of the wood influences what it becomes .   I sand and polish them to their pure essence, or shall we say spirit.    After the aspen is hand polished down to 220 grit, it is laquer dipped with a satin sheen, this brings out the rich beauty, and also seals the wood.   I harvest aspen from our property's in Bailey, South Park, and from friends and neighbors.   The hunt for worthy aspen can be as fun as the build, especially with Golden's.  I look for aspen with strength, character, color, and a way to get them out of the woods. 

The pieces here are a sample of the ever changing inventory that tends to fill up my house.     The categories for this year are - lamps, candle & plant holders, mantle pieces, center pieces, foot stools, vases, card holders, and shelving.  My work can also be seen at Colorado front range events throughout the year as listed on event page.   My talent can also be used for individual home decor needs.

 My thanks to the following for inspiration and direction, God, and his forest's, friends, and artist's.

Additional heartfelt thanks goes out to our armed services that allow the freedoms I enjoy in this great Country