Custom-made creations “If I see wood that I like, I’ll make a pen out of it,” DeSaro said. “I find branches of wood in parks and other locations — I once bought a cutting board in a home ...

They say the pen is mightier than the sword. And at times, it might just be prettier, too. Xzotic Pens, for one, creates such pens. A homegrown brand, it produces beautiful personalised, hand-turned ...

Business Details What: Ortmann Woodcraft Who: Jon and Debbie Ortmann Where: RR5 Box2442, Patton, MO 63662 When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday or by appointment; closed Saturday and ...

Hobbyist turned small businessman Len Kaltman, who makes custom pens for businesses, got an unexpected order this spring: the U.S. State Department on behalf of Vice President JD Vance.