Business Details
Custom Handcrafted Wood Quarterboards & Signs in Brewster, MA
Petty Folk Art and Carving has dedicated the last two decades to preserving the traditional art of hand-carved wood craftsmanship. Specializing in custom quarterboards, commercial signs, and restorations, we combine historical reverence with personalized artistry. Our process avoids automated machinery, ensuring each piece reflects the clients vision while maintaining the integrity of time-honored techniques.With expertise in nautical folk art, ship models, and patriotic motifs, we serve residential and commercial clients across Cape Cod and the Islands. Our commitment to quality and customer collaboration has established us as trusted artisans in the community.
Services
Quarterboards
Commercial Signs
Restorations
Ship Models
Eagles & Whales
Vintage Signs
Folk Art
Gold Leafing
Highlights and features
- We offer 20 years of expertise in hand-carved wood artistry.
- Each piece is uniquely crafted without CNC machines.
- Customer collaboration ensures personalized, one-of-a-kind designs.
- Specialists in historical restorations and nautical folk art.
- Serving Cape Cod and the Islands with trusted quality.
What people say
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Services
Quarterboards
Hand-carved quarterboards from Eastern White Pine, finished with oil-based enamel. Custom designs reflect client preferences while preserving historical maritime traditions. Ideal for home decor and business branding.
Commercial Signs
Custom wooden signs for businesses, incorporating logos and branding elements. Features gold leafing and hand-painted details to enhance visibility and aesthetic appeal for commercial spaces.
Restorations
Restoration of antique quarterboards and carved signs. Process includes sanding, priming, and repainting to original standards, preserving patina and historical integrity for heirlooms and institutions.
Ship Models
Museum-quality ship models replicating 19th-century vessels. Each piece highlights weathered details and craftsmanship, with restoration services for preserving family heirlooms and collectibles.
Eagles & Whales
Hand-carved Bellamy-style eagles and sperm whale sculptures. Designs range from traditional to whimsical, serving as statement pieces for homes and collections.
People
Jean Petty
Folk Artist
Jean Petty is a folk artist specializing in hand-painted details and gold leafing. With over 20 years of experience, she co-leads Petty Folk Art and Carving, blending creativity with historical preservation.
Dave Petty
Woodcarver
Dave Petty is a master woodcarver, model shipwright, and restorer. His expertise in traditional techniques shapes the structural integrity of each custom piece, ensuring lasting quality and authenticity.
Questions
Do you create custom quarterboard designs?
Yes, we specialize in fully customized quarterboards tailored to your specifications and vision.
What materials do you use for your carvings?
We use Native Eastern White Pine for quarterboards and traditional wood for all our restorations.
Can you restore antique wooden signs?
Yes, we offer restoration services for carved wooden quarterboards and historical signs.
Do you ship outside of Massachusetts?
Yes, we pack and ship our signs and art pieces to locations nationwide.
What nautical art themes do you specialize in?
We create whale scenes, lighthouse motifs, ship models, and traditional nautical folk art.
