New England wood artisan Donald Boudreau started his life's dream in 1992 when he and his wife Carol sold everything and moved aboard their 49 foot sailboat "Domicile" and started an around the world cruise.

During their many adventures, one thing in particular captivated Don. It was the beauty and unique qualities of the tropical hardwoods, which he found in Central & South America and the South Pacific.

Six years and 25,000 miles later, they found themselves in New Zealand with an extensive wood collection and a yearning for shore life.

After settling in South Florida, Don started building boxes using some of the woods he encountered on their adventure.

No dyes or stains are used, only the beauty of the wood is visible through the hand buffed oil and wax finish.

Many of Don's box designs were inspired by David M. Freedman's book "Box Making Basics".

Since box making has endless possibilities, Don is constantly creating new designs.

Some of Don's boxes have won Awards at Art and Craft Shows.

See Arts and Craft Shows for our latest schedule.Don is a member and past president of the South Florida Woodworking Guild.