Before I was engaged, I stumbled into a newly opened, family-owned jewelry store with my then-boyfriend, now-husband. It was then I decided I wanted a non-traditional engagement ring and wedding band.

Making segmented wood wedding rings using the Carvey by Inventables. Every year my wife and I retire our old rings and make new ones. I'm using cocobolo and maple woods in this woodworking project ...

Case in point: A dominoes set crafted from mahogany and finished with brass details is as handsome as it is unexpected, as is Métier’s wooden travel desk set. Ideal for those who work at home ...