Bayside Custom Timber Creations

01/05/2026

A timber cutting board is better for your health, better for your knives & better the planet.

Need a truly one-of-a-kind gift? Send me a message or come and visit me at our tiny little workshop in Taylors Beach.

Shaun Woodford - Spearing PB Kingfish! (Episode 1): https://youtu.be/BKXJRp991lc?si=Y7m3ZUDgVv2MMpLc

10/04/2026

As promised, finished pictures of the companionway for a 40-year-old sailing boat undergoing some restoration.

These pictures show the old item, as well as a prototype that we made to ensure a perfect fit.

The customer also wanted their design included, and of course we were happy to oblige.

The end result looks great, and I am keen to get out on Kardinia for a sail around the bay!

If you need a custom part, a beautiful, personalised gift, or a bespoke sign for your home or business, give us a call or come and visit us at our tiny little workshop in Taylors Beach.

20/03/2026

This hardwood sign was completed and delivered interstate for a Christmas gift. The customer had received a BCTC sign as a gift and loved it so much they commissioned a sign for another family member.

Our sign making process is as follows:
- a nice piece of hardwood is dressed and sanded
- custom artwork is carved into the timber using our CNC machine
- a coat of finish is applied to protect the bare timber face from paint
- the design & lettering is hand-painted by an old man in Taylors Beach
- after painting, the sign is sanded to remove any over-painting, leaving beautiful crisp edges to the design
- the chosen finish is applied; in this case 4 coats of a high-quality clear satin exterior polyurethane varnish which provides excellent protection against rain & harsh UV rays - the sign should last for years to come.

As you can see, the end result is breathtaking - the contrast between the black lettering and the satin finish is striking, but then I may be a little biased. What do you think?

If you are wanting a truly unique custom sign for your home, or perhaps for your business or an upcoming wedding then get in touch for a chat or to arrange a time to visit us at our tiny little workshop in Taylors Beach.

18/03/2026

A customer asked if we can make a new companionway for a 40 year old sail boat that he is restoring.

"Of course we can" I said as I opened Google on my phone.

It's been a while in the making as we built several prototypes in order to make sure we had the perfect fit for the hand cast fibreglass frame.

Anyway, we cut the pieces today so we are on the home straight. Pictures of the finished product to come.

Seriously though - we don't need to know what it is to be able to make it. If you can adequately describe it and provide all the relevant dimensions then we can make it.

So if you need a thingamajig for your oojamaflip then get in touch or come visit us at our tiny little workshop in Taylors Beach.

18/03/2026

18/03/2026

I was really pleased with how this stunning ranch sign turned out. The heavy bloodwood slab was supplied by Gordo at BG Unicus.

The custom design was quickly agreed - simple but bold - and then carved into the impressive slab.

After carving, the Rose Farm motif and lettering was painted black, before the top was sanded back to leave the crisp design contrasted against the pale timber. 4 coats of exterior clear polyurethane will protect the sign from the sun & rain.

The end result is a unique piece of work that is striking in looks and should last for decades. If you are interested in something similar, come and visit us in our tiny little workshop in Taylors Beach, NSW.

BG Unicus is located in nearby Salamander Bay and his workshop is a treasure trove of beautiful timbers (he also makes fantastic tables and furniture). Go and have a look!

14/02/2026

Happy Chinese/Lunar New Year to all family, friends, customers & followers!

The Year of the Horse starts on Tuesday 17th February 2026.

In Chinese culture the Horse represents the ability to travel & to move forward - it is a symbol of momentum & breakthrough.

龙马精神 "lóng mǎ jīng shén" is used wish someone strong health and vitality - a vigorous spirit.

May we all have a vigorous spirit!

I intend to vigorously eat some hand made dumplings at Dumpling Mama's Bar & Dining in Nelson Bay. If you haven't been there yet then you should definitely go.



Looking for a unique gift? We make items from timber which can be personalised with a name, message, logo or graphic. Everything is proudly made in our tiny little workshop in Taylors Beach.
If you'd like something that you don't see, please call or visit - custom orders are accepted.

23/11/2025

Some of you know that I am involved with the Nelson Bay Junior Rugby Union Under 18s team. The lads have been fundraising since February for a tour to Vanuatu. The last fundraiser was on Saturday (car wash) and they are excited to leave for the tour in early December.

They are still collecting donations of certain items to be taken to the local communities (see the post). If you have anything that you would like to donate then please see the post for drop off (or bring to me in Taylors Beach).

Any final financial contributions would also be gratefully received. They can be passed to me or directly to the Club (I can provide bank details).

Thanks for reading this message 🙏

07/11/2025

Almost everybody has a family member who has served or is still serving in the armed forces.
Next Tuesday 11th November the Commonwealth will fall silent at 11am to remember not only the end of the First World War, but also those who have served or continue to serve their countries.

We've made a new design for our popular lanterns to commemorate this special day. If you already have one of our Series 4 lanterns with removal faces then this will fit it (if you have a Series 3 model then we can make a face that will fit it).



Lots of other designs are available - see them at Charli Blue Collective or get in touch with us. If you'd like something that you don't see, please ask - custom orders are accepted (additional charges may apply for complex designs or custom artwork).

18/10/2025

...Didi's Place Part 2

A customer came in with a house sign that had been in place for years and also had some sentimental value.

The old sign was warped and wasn't really in a condition to be restored. So it was agreed that we would make a new one, and freshen it up with a fancier font.

But the old sign was made from hardwood, and we hate to see a lovely piece of timber go to waste! So we decided to make a little key / coin tray from the old sign. We replicated the font from the original sign to retain the sentimental value. The customer wasn't aware of what we were going to do, so this was a complete surprise!