Central Missouri · Handmade to Order

Woodworking is more than a hobby – it's a passion.

H.Y. Wood Works is a one-man woodworking shop in Central Missouri, building handmade birdhouses, planters, and garden pieces from cedar, pine, and oak.

Mark Abbott builds every piece by hand — no CNC, no production line. If it carries the H.Y. mark, he made it himself, start to finish. We ship nationwide across the U.S.

H.Y. Wood Works logoThe H.Y. Promise
  • Handcrafted in the USA
  • Real wood, no shortcuts
  • Built to last
  • Custom orders available
  • Shipped nationwide

Featured Items

From the Workshop

A selection of our most popular handmade pieces. Each one is built by Mark Abbott in Central Missouri.

Handmade cedar nesting box for cardinals and robins
CEDAR

Cardinal / Robin Nesting Box

Open-front nesting style

Cardinals and robins prefer a nesting box rather than a fully enclosed birdhouse. Made of cedar with all its natural advantages. Can come plain and lacquered at $25 or painted in irregular greens, browns, and greys for $30.

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Cedar planter box with clear lacquer finish
CEDAR

Planter Box

20.75″ × 9.75″

Solid cedar planter with a clear lacquer finish, built to live outdoors for years. Great for flowers, herbs, or decorative arrangements on a porch or patio.

Handmade pine and plywood garden trug
PINE / PLYWOOD

Wooden Crate

15″ × 9.25″ × 6.5″ deep

A gardening companion for gathering or carrying tools to the garden. Pine ends and handle, plywood bottom and sides for durability and stability, finished in multiple coats of clear lacquer.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! Custom builds are our specialty. Whether it’s a birdhouse, a family game board, or something completely unique — just send us your idea or inspiration and we’ll work with you to create it.

We ship nationwide across the U.S.

A variety of quality woods including pine, oak, maple, cedar, and reclaimed wood when available.

Most standard items ship within 7–10 business days. Custom orders vary based on complexity.

Yes — local pickup can be arranged in Central Missouri.