About Us

USA Custom Handmade was founded by Chuck Coughlin and Irene Ogata, two lifelong creatives who share a deep respect for craftsmanship and meaningful design. We believe the items we bring into our homes should have intention, purpose, and a human touch—and that belief guides everything we make. Based in Nuevo, California, our workshop is intentionally small, allowing every piece to be made by real hands with care and attention to detail. Nothing is mass-produced, rushed, or outsourced—just authentic American craftsmanship made for people who value quality, durability, and meaning.

Our Story

USA Custom Handmade grew from Chuck and Irene’s shared passion for woodworking and beautifully made everyday wooden items. What began as a personal creative pursuit evolved as customers began choosing our work as thoughtful gifts—engraved cutting boards for weddings, custom charcuterie boards for holidays, personalized trays for birthdays, and keepsake pieces for anniversaries. Over time, the workshop grew into a dedicated space focused on crafting handcrafted wooden gifts that bring warmth, function, and artistry into everyday living.

Handcrafted Products

Our primary focus is creating handmade wooden gifts designed to be meaningful, functional, and long-lasting. Each item is crafted one at a time using American-sourced materials, making every piece unique. Our products are often chosen as personalized gifts for weddings, anniversaries, holidays, birthdays, and other meaningful occasions.

Custom Woodworking

In addition to handcrafted products, we also provide custom woodworking services that include on-site consultations and measurements for projects such as custom-fit bookcases, shelving, desks, and other built-to-fit pieces for residential and commercial spaces.

Our Mission

Our mission is simple but deeply felt: To create exceptional, handcrafted wooden products that enrich our customers’ lives, emphasizing quality, personalization, and American craftsmanship.

We intentionally maintain a controlled, small-scale production process because quality is never an accident. It comes from patience, precision, and genuine pride in the work—qualities our customers rely on when choosing meaningful gifts for weddings, anniversaries, holidays, birthdays, and special celebrations.

How Personalization Works

Many customers find us while searching for personalized wooden gifts that feel truly one-of-a-kind. We make it simple: choose the item, share the names, date, or short message, and we’ll craft and engrave it with care. From personalized cutting boards and charcuterie boards to engraved wooden signs, serving trays, keepsake boxes, and gift-ready pieces for weddings, anniversaries, housewarmings, and holidays, our goal is to deliver something meaningful—not generic. If you have a custom idea, we’re happy to help you turn it into a finished piece that fits your space and your story.

A Family-Owned Approach

We remain a small, family-driven workshop because it allows us to stay connected to every detail of our craft. When you reach out to us, your message is read personally by a craftsman who values your time, your project, and your trust. Many customers contact us with ideas for personalized gifts—wedding gifts, engraved anniversary boards, custom holiday gifts, birthday presents, or unique pieces designed for memorable life moments. You are never just a number in a queue; you are part of a conversation and part of our creative process.

Our Vision

Our vision is to become a trusted destination for handcrafted wooden gifts and personalized woodworking—valued not for mass production but for authenticity, reliability, and heartfelt craftsmanship. Whether someone is searching for a personalized wedding gift, a meaningful anniversary present, a custom holiday gift, or a handmade birthday gift, we want USA Custom Handmade to be the name they choose.

A Note From Our Workshop

USA Custom Handmade is more than a business; it is a reflection of dedication, pride, and a belief in the value of meaningful craftsmanship. Every finished piece carries the spirit of our workshop—attentiveness, care, and a commitment to doing things the right way. Thank you for supporting a small American business. When you choose us for your personalized gifts or custom woodworking projects, you become part of our story.

What We Create

We handcraft a wide collection of custom wooden goods, often chosen as thoughtful gifts:

• Personalized Cutting Boards — ideal for weddings, anniversaries, and holidays
• Floating Wood Shelves and Custom-Fit Bookcases — stylish décor for new homeowners
• Charcuterie Boards — popular for Christmas, birthdays, and entertaining
• Engraved Wooden Signs — meaningful décor for families and couples
• Office & Desk Organizers — great professional gifts
• Serving Trays — perfect for housewarming and seasonal gifting
• Wooden Plant Stands — unique gifts for plant lovers
• Jewelry & Keepsake Boxes — sentimental and personal
• Rustic Furniture Pieces — handcrafted, long-lasting additions to any home
• One-of-a-kind Custom Woodworking Requests

Everything we make is crafted using American-sourced materials, supporting local suppliers and preserving true American craftsmanship.

What Makes Us Different

• Every item is made by hand, one at a time
• We use only American-sourced materials
• We offer deeply personalized designs
• Our craftsmen review your messages personally
• We value craftsmanship over volume
• Our pieces are created to last and be cherished