It’s hard to open doors if you are not willing to knock
Matt Buell says entering Young Wood Pro could provide opportunities you can’t even imagine.
By
Matt Buell,
June 12, 2026 | 8:54 am CDT
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If I were to enter the Young Wood Pro contest
Matt Buell talks about what is important in presenting work to a contest and to clients.
By
Matt Buell,
May 4, 2026 | 4:34 pm CDT
Are you ready for Young Wood Pro 2026?
Entries open April 7 and close May 22 for your chance to win cash, a Castle machine, and publicity for your business.
By
Matt Buell,
April 6, 2026 | 1:10 pm CDT
Taking stock of your business at year end
Matt Buell talks about the analysis you should do every year to monitor your business progress.
By
Matt Buell,
December 9, 2025 | 2:55 pm CST
Talking with Brian Skalaski
Matt Buell chats with the winner of the 2025 Young Wood Pro contest.
By
Matt Buell,
December 5, 2025 | 3:07 pm CST
Community is crucial to your success
Matt Buell shares how connections with peers have helped improve his craft and business.
By
Matt Buell,
September 5, 2025 | 1:59 pm CDT
Why should Young Wood Pros attend trade shows?
Matt Buell shares what he learned at the AWFS Fair and what you might have missed.
By
Matt Buell,
September 4, 2025 | 2:29 pm CDT
Wood bending experiments lead to winning entry
Philly woodworker captures 2005 Young Wood Pro contest with bentwood tambour cabinet.
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William Sampson,
June 20, 2025 | 7:42 am CDT
Design. Skill. Passion. The 2025 Young Wood Pro Finalist Projects
This year's #YoungWoodPro competition was narrowed down to 21 finalists, out of which one winner will be chosen by our panel of judges based on the overall look/presentation of the project, and complexity of construction and design.
By
David Biggs,
May 23, 2025 | 9:25 am CDT
Commonly overlooked tools that I cannot work without
Matt Buell talks about three indispensable tools he uses regularly in his shop.
By
Matt Buell,
May 12, 2025 | 4:06 pm CDT
