Dutchman’s Woodshop opens in Harvard

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Dutchman’s Woodshop opens in Harvard

Dutchman’s Woodshop opens in Harvard

Located on the main strip in Harvard, Dutchman’s Woodshop, owned by Frank and Luana Van Campen, pictured, officially opened for business Saturday, Nov. 28, and will again be open Saturday, Dec. 5. Starting in January 2021, the couple said they plan to be open the second Saturday of each month. ASHLEY D. SWANSON | CLAY COUNTY NEWS

Dutchman’s Woodshop opens in Harvard

The Van Campens create several different home furniture and decor all out of refurbished barnwood and fence boards, including framed mirrors, coffee tables, crosses, and signs. Additionally, the couple re-purposes old furniture, giving it a fresh coat of paint and polish. ASHLEY D. SWANSON | CLAY COUNTY NEWS

Dutchman’s Woodshop opens in Harvard

Everything has a history and when the couple de-constructs a barn they make sure to find out what that history is. On many of their creations, tags can be found with a photo of the barn in which the wood comes from, as well as a brief history on the back of how the barn came to be.

To be able to take something such as old barnwood and fashion it into something polished, unique and usable is a skill that requires patience, a knack for working with ones hands, and a creative mind. For Frank and Luana Van Campen, such a skill is obvious in an endeavor that ...

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