About me
Hi, I’m Sarah—a self-taught maker with a passion for transforming wood into unique, handcrafted pieces. Every creation I make is designed to bring beauty, warmth and a personal touch into your home.
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My journey with woodworking began in 2021. A happy accident during lockdown! Since then, I’ve been honing my craft, finding inspiration in other makers and from all sorts of places, and teaching myself new skills. In 2022, I had the incredible experience of competing on Channel 4’s Britain’s Best Woodworker (see below for more). A phenomenal experience, which pushed me to refine my skills even further.
Beyond the craft itself, my work is deeply personal—I’m a stage 3 cervical cancer survivor, and that experience shaped my perspective on life and creativity. It reminded me to embrace what I love and to create pieces that bring joy, meaning, and connection. In July 2023, I was also diagnosed with ADHD, and that has been a revelation in many ways. It’s helped me realize the power and importance of working with my hands as a mindful practice—something that brings me calm, focus, and fulfillment. I channel my energy into each piece, paying attention to every detail, and embracing the beauty in the process of creation.
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At Sawn by Sarah, I specialise in handcrafted live-edge wood and resin designs—each one carefully made, full of character and built to last. I love collaborating with other makers, as it brings fresh perspectives and new ideas into my work. But no matter who I collaborate with, the wood is always my starting point. I believe each piece of wood has its own story to tell, and I use my creativity and knowledge to help it shine.
My goal is not just to create functional pieces, but to craft something that feels personal and meaningful to you. Whether it’s a stunning serving board, a one-of-a-kind home décor piece, or a custom commission. I pour my heart and soul into every item, so it can be a part of your life and bring joy into your home.​
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As seen on TV: Britain's Best Woodworker
In 2022, I had the incredible opportunity to compete on Channel 4’s Britain’s Best Woodworker. This experience was a turning point for me—it pushed me to challenge myself, refine my skills, and embrace new techniques. It was both humbling and inspiring to be part of a community of talented makers, and it gave me the confidence to keep evolving as a craftsperson. ​See how I got on by watching the series on: Channel 4 on demand.
Episode 1: Dining Table
We were asked to design a six-seater dining table, inspired by a country of our choice. The legs had to be non-traditional and we had to make a separate a table centre to finish it off. Mine reflected Argentina, with a patchwork style table top - to represent the colour blocking in La Boca - and intertwined legs to represent tango dancers. Not easy, but I loved the challenge.
Episode 2: Freestanding clock
This big build required us to design a freestanding clock, at least 75cm tall, themed around a memorable event or time in our lives. I chose to design my clock around my love of skiing, the feeling I get of freedom when I do it, the insane fun of apre ski, the awe-inspiring beauty of the mountains and the phenomenal friends I go with.
Episode 3: luxury toy
For this episode we had to design and build a luxury toy that would stand the test of time and measure at least 75cm. After exhaustive conversation with my neighbour's daughter (who was 4 at the time) we agreed I would make a potion pantry for her to make fairy spells!
My inspiration
La Boca in Buenos Aires is famous for Argentinian Tango and these stunning vibrant buildings. I've ben a couple of times and I absolutely love it: the food, the people, the vibe, the culture, the architecture....it's a must for your bucket list!
My first attempt at turning
When making my clock I decided to try my hand on the lathe to make a vessel and cup to represent the key element of all good ski trips...shots! I chose beech to turn with, which was incredibly hard going, but gave a beautiful finish. It was so much fun to do and I just got lost in the experience of creating something beautiful from a rectangular block. I have subsequently bought myself a lathe and am slowly working on improving my skills. More to come!
All fairies need a door
One of the critical things for me on this project was getting some of the little design pieces right. A fairy door seemed mandatory to be part of the final build. Using this spindle sander was a great way to get the door frame smooth!
