toddclippinger
Billings, MT, USmember
I started out 11 years ago doing handyman work, then grew into a more serious remodeling contractor. Being a contractor has opened many doors of opportunity for me to express my artistic side through custom furnishings.
I am invigorated by being part of a community. I find a greater connection to the artists I know than any contractors. I am challenged by the incredible woodworking talent out there. Individuals of the highest caliber become my benchmarks and I am driven to excell in design and technical expertise. I am not trying to become better than them, only to become better for myself.
Even though I am self-taught, I have advanced because of the generosity of others sharing their knowledge when I asked for help. My goal is to share the knowledge as freely as it has been shared with me. This is the true spirit of an American Craftsman.
Share the Love~Share the Knowledge
Contributions
Asian Inspired Stairwell Barrier
This stairwell barrier is made of black walnut veneered panels, solid stock, brushed steel, and 1/2" tempered glass. It is bolted clear through the floor to backer plates underneath. This is another...
Prairie Chandeliers
These prairie style chandeliers are made of ribbon mahogany with shoji material and glass in the windows. The chandeliers are 14" square and are 5' 6" tall without the 3' down rod. They hang from a...
Modern Closet
This modern closet was designed for the entry of a house that my brother and I built. The overall dimension is 9'h x 4' 6"w. The doors are 8' high and are asymmetrical. The door on the right is 14"...
Cooper Entertainment Center
This entertainment center was designed and built for the "Cooper House" that my brother and i built. The entertainment center is 9'h x 16'w and is made of curly maple, curly cherry, curly maple...





Recent comments
Re: McCoy, Thibodeau, and Howe Win Built-In Competition
Congrats to the winners for the built-in contest.
posted: 11:55 pm on June 30thIt is high caliber projects like yours that motivates me to do better.
Thanks for sharing and inspiring!
Re: Modern Closet
Thanks - I had to throw my hat in the ring for this one!
posted: 12:29 am on June 18thRe: Cooper Entertainment Center
Yes, this is in the Cooper House in Ohio.
posted: 12:28 am on June 18thRe: Bedroom Storage
This is a great way to use space that would have been lost to unused attic.
posted: 3:09 pm on June 17thNice Job.
Re: Bow front cabinet
Great design and work.
posted: 3:08 pm on June 17thRe: Basement Entertainment Center
You're killin' me!
posted: 3:05 pm on June 17thI love this piece - MORE PHOTOS PLEASE!
Re: GlueTube Has a New URL
I have a video that I would like to post, how do I go about it?
posted: 3:22 pm on January 5thYou may check it out here: http://americancraftsman.blip.tv/#1629380