
| Having owned and operated my sign shop since late 1970, I created wood signs for commercial businesses in northern Wisconsin. With my 6 children moving away, 4 becoming Marines, and starting families of their own, I relocated to the mountains of NE Tennessee in May of 2002, scaling down my operations to smaller signs & plaques. |

| Only new wood is used, but everything is distressed to impart a look of heritage. I employ power hand tools for construction, but all are hand-guided; no computers. All lettering & artwork is accomplished by hand. No decals or vinyl graphics are employed. All materials are made in the USA. |
| Marine Corps Emblem, 12"x12" overall; Globe is 6" diameter * Name and Chevron are hand-lettered in Gold & Scarlet or Black. Available in 5 background finishes, shown below, left to right: Marine Green, Woodland Cammie, Forest MARPAT, Desert MARPAT, & Natural Wood. * It's suggested that a "Friendly" first name be used, due to the size of the Globe. Name & Chevron will be covered in a follow-up e-mail. |
All pricing includes Priority Mailing |
| Tun Tavern Plaque, representing the Birthplaceof the Marine Corps, 12"x18". Available in weathered gray or walnut stain, which has lighter lettering and artwork. An "affidavit" is on the reverse side, "implying" it may have come from the actual building. The reverse side also has the Marine's Rank & Name, if desired. |
| Iwo Jima plaque, 9"x12" Antiqued weathered gray finish. Embedded in the ridgeline is genuine Black Sand or Volcanic Ash from Mt. Suribachi. |
| VIETNAM Plaque 9" x 12" Oval Available in weathered gray or walnut finish. First Name only is suggested. The VN Service Ribbon is combined with the silhouette of VietNam, embedded with soil from Saigon. |
Additional photos and information are regularily updated, and can be viewed by clicking the "Page 2" button. |
Any custom info required will be covered with a personal e-mail. A photo of your finished plaque will be e-mailed prior to shipping. Each item can be ordered, using PayPal. Thanks for your considerations. |

| Since all my work is custom, nothing can be immediately shipped. Most plaques are finished in 7 to 10 days. Should I not be able to fulfill that commitment, a personal contact will be made with the details. I've also chosen Priority Mailing with the U.S. Postal Service. They accept a PO Box, and deliver on Saturdays. Even during rush periods, most plaques arrive within the country in 3 days. |
| I now specialize in signs and plaques, specifically for Active Duty Military and Veterans. Although originally intended for personal decor, many have been used as awards and retirement gifts. |
| Michelle entertained our Troops in Vietnam in 1969 & 1970. Lindsay entertained our Troops in VA Hospitals in California in the 1970s & 1980s. These 2 Ladies continue their work, visiting & entertaining our Wounded Warriors around the country. The 2 plaques shown above were presented to them during a VA Hospital visit, at which time they received a well-deserved standing ovation. Please feel free to visit their website and offer your Support & Thanks. Semper Fi, Ladies ! |
| Formerly with Dean Martin's Ding-a-Lings & The Gold Diggers |
| "Some gave all..." 9"x12" OVAL Total charges, including Priority Mailing $40.00 |
| A Marine lost a buddy in Vietnam so these words meant a lot to him. His wife wanted something for him, using those words, and I created this plaque. Upon receiving it, she suggested I provide something similar for those who might want a Remembrance. Although this sample is for Marines, I can also provide for all the Service Branches. I've priced this plaque to cover my expenses only, and not a method of financial gain. The Remembrance for a Fallen Warrior is more important, and I trust this won't be abused. E-mail me with the chosen background and Service Branch... Marine Corps Emblem / Army Unit / Ship's Name / Air Base can be used as the focal point. |
| Affixed to the reverse side. |
| Optional Emblem in Gold & Black |

| SUSAN has been shipping boxes of "goodies" to our Troops in the War Zones for years. She was presented with the attached plaque by a group of Marines for her efforts. More on Susan, and how to support her cause will follow shortly. |
| Marine Corps Ka-Bar At 21" long, it's almost twice the size as the Real Deal. Solid wood, but with the appearance of Parkerized Steel and Leather. * My Marine uncle's Ka-Bar from WWII had the bent "tab" as a comfortable thumb-rest. So I fashioned my issue that way, and all I make follow that Tradition. With copy comparable with the samples shown, the same pricing is applied for all. E-mail me with the desired copy before ordering, since there is no provision there. $60 total, including shipping... |
| Site updated March 10, 2010 |
| Proudly made in the USA |