Custom Cuts, Site 16 PO Box 0, New Glasgow, NS (2026)

06/08/2026

It's been a busy few weeks in the shop, and we wanted to share some of the custom projects we've recently completed.

Below are a few photos showcasing some of the items that have recently left the shop and made their way to customers across Canada.

Some of our recent work includes custom firefighter axe awards, crib boards, cheese boards, tumblers, horse brushes, personalized knives, de-shedding blades, sweat scrapers, Rummoli games, and boot jacks.

These projects were created for a variety of customers, organizations, and special events, with many more currently underway.

At CustomCuts, we focus on creating unique, handcrafted items that you simply can't walk into a store and buy. Whether it's a recognition award, a retirement gift, a fundraising item, or a custom keepsake, our goal is to create something meaningful that people are proud to receive and display.

There is something special about presenting a handcrafted item that recognizes an achievement, milestone, or special occasion. We take great pride in the quality, craftsmanship, and attention to detail that goes into every piece that leaves our shop.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support local craftsmanship and trusts us with their custom projects.

Stay tuned as we share more unique projects currently underway.

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05/26/2026

There’s something special about creating awards that truly mean something.

For this year’s Nova Scotia Closed Provincial Championship & Selection Meet, we had the incredible honour of crafting custom handcrafted maple awards for the dancers of the Pictou County Highland Dance Association. These weren’t trophies picked from a catalog or ordered from a warehouse — each piece was individually designed, carved, engraved, finished, and assembled right here in Pictou County by us at Custom Cuts.

Made from solid maple hardwood, every award was carefully CNC carved, custom engraved for its specific placement and category, and finished with a vibrant UV-printed ScotDance Nova Scotia medallion. From the first design stage to the final coat of finish, every detail was created with the goal of making these awards worthy of the hard work, dedication, discipline, and passion these dancers bring to the stage.

Highland dancing takes years of practice, perseverance, courage, and commitment. These dancers leave everything on the stage every single time they compete, and we wanted these awards to reflect that level of achievement — something unique, meaningful, and built to last for years to come.

Seeing the dancers receive them was honestly one of the most rewarding parts of the entire project.

A huge thank you to Pictou County Highland Dance Association and ScotDance Nova Scotia for trusting us to be part of such a prestigious and special event. It truly means a lot to us to create pieces that celebrate accomplishments and become keepsakes for years to come.

Congratulations to all of the dancers, families, volunteers, judges, musicians, and organizers who made the event such a success. We hope these awards always remind the dancers of how much hard work, talent, and heart brought them to that moment.

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04/19/2026

We’ve been a little quiet lately—but behind the scenes, the shop has been busier than ever with some exciting custom projects in the works. As events take place, we’ll slowly start sharing what we’ve been creating.

Last month, we had the pleasure of working once again with the amazing team at Uniacke and District Volunteer Fire Department to help create unique gifts for their recent banquet.

One project was our custom Firefighter Axe Awards—something we’ve shared before, but with every new batch we continue refining the design and process to make them even better. The 2026 axes turned out beautifully, and we’d like to extend a huge congratulations to all of this year’s recipients on their outstanding accomplishments and dedication to the community.

We were also asked to create something brand new: a custom clock featuring the department’s logo. After some great collaboration and design discussions, we landed on a unique concept that was completely new for CustomCuts. It challenged us to learn new techniques, and in the end, we proudly completed 48 custom clocks just in time for the banquet.

Projects like these are what we love most—bringing ideas to life and creating meaningful, one-of-a-kind gifts you simply won’t find in a store.

Thank you for following along and supporting local craftsmanship. In the coming months, we’ll be sharing another exciting custom project that combines 3D CNC carving, laser engraving, and UV printing—and trust us, it’s going to be something special.

Stay tuned! 🔥🪓🕒

02/26/2026

GRAND OPENING – Mahone Bay, We’re Ready!

This Saturday, February 28th from 11AM – 5PM, CustomCuts officially launches inside the Timeless Made Local Marketplace

662 Main Street, Mahone Bay

We’ve been busy in the shop creating a collection made specifically for this space, including:

• Double-sided Mahone Bay custom postcards
• Mahone Bay-inspired keychains
• Laser-engraved tumblers
• Handcrafted wooden games
• Custom engraved pocket knives
• Custom slate coasters
• Custom memory boxes
• Handcrafted cheese boards
• Coastal keepsakes and locally made gift pieces

Everything is designed and handcrafted right here in Nova Scotia, and we’re excited to finally share it with you. We also have more ideas in the works and will continue adding new pieces as summer approaches.

The marketplace brings together many incredible local vendors — truly something for everyone. Whether you're shopping for a thoughtful gift, a Mahone Bay keepsake, or something special for your home, you’ll find it here.

To give you an idea of what we currently have, here are a few photos of the items we’ve created and our new space in the store.

If you're in the area this Saturday, stop by between 11 and 5, say hello, and help celebrate local makers. You may even win a door prize.

When we support local, we grow local — and we’re all in this together.

Thank you for checking us out.
Jamie Hynes

02/09/2026

Sneak Peek! 👀

We’re excited to share that CustomCuts will soon have handcrafted items available at Timeless Restored Home Decor in Mahone Bay!

We’ve been busy in the shop creating a variety of locally made pieces, including some Mahone Bay-inspired designs that we think everyone is going to love.

If you’re in the area, be sure to stop by and check out the new store opening on February 28th at 662 Main Street, Mahone Bay. The shop will feature many talented local vendors through Timeless Made Local Marketplace , so there will truly be something for everyone.

More updates and product photos coming soon!

12/27/2025

🎨 Custom Work, Made Just for You

At CustomCuts, no two pieces are ever the same. Every item we make starts with your idea—and ends with a one-of-a-kind piece that can’t be bought off a shelf.

Here’s just a glimpse of some recent projects from the shop:

• Custom crib boards
• Memory boxes with engraved artwork
• Cross cribbage game boards
• Outdoor signage built to last
• Custom firefighter axe awards
• Engraved plaques and recognition pieces
• Personalized knives and more…

Each one is handcrafted right here in Nova Scotia, using quality materials, attention to detail, and a whole lot of pride.

Whether you’re marking a milestone, honouring a hero, or gifting someone special—our goal is always the same:

✨ Bring your vision to life in a way that’s meaningful, lasting, and uniquely yours.

🛠 Got an idea for something custom? Let’s chat!

📸 Scroll through the photos to see what we’ve been working on lately.

12/26/2025

✨ Handcrafted, Personalized, and Made in Nova Scotia ✨

We’re excited to finally showcase one of our favourite creations — custom bread boards handcrafted right here in our Nova Scotia workshop!

Made from solid maple and fully personalized, these boards aren’t mass-produced. Each one is cut, engraved, sanded, and finished by us in our shop — making it a truly meaningful and local gift.

🎁 Perfect for:
• Client thank-yous
• Real estate closings
• Holiday and host gifts
• Corporate gifting
• Anyone who loves a little Nova Scotia pride

📸 See behind the scenes—from raw wood to finished board—in our latest blog post:
🔗 https://customcuts.ca/blogs/news

11/14/2025

CustomCuts x Hockey Canada — 2025 U17 World Challenge

We were incredibly proud to once again team up with Hockey Canada for the 2025 World U17 Challenge held right here in Truro, Nova Scotia. This year, CustomCuts had the honour of creating the official Player of the Game awards — fully custom U17 crib boards handcrafted in our small shop here in Nova Scotia.

Each board began as rough lumber and went through every stage of the process: CNC and laser work, hand-painting all elements, and sealing everything with a durable industrial conversion varnish for a long-lasting professional finish. Made from premium hardwood just over 1" thick, each board also includes felt feet and a custom peg-storage pocket on the underside — making them truly one-of-a-kind gifts you won’t find in any store.

Below are a few images from the production process along with some final shots.

We will also be sharing a photo from the event featuring Canadian athlete Eli McKamey.

The photo credit for this image goes to:

2025 World U17 Challenge – Truro NS
James Bennett – Hockey Canada Images

It was an absolute honour to have something created in our workshop travel across the country — and even beyond our borders — to be presented to these talented athletes. A huge thank-you to Hockey Canada and the RECC for inviting us to be part of this incredible event once again.

If you’re looking for a unique, high-quality custom award or gift for your next event, reach out to CustomCuts — we’d love to help bring your ideas to life.

10/15/2025

✨ A Little Update! ✨

Here’s a quick update on a few recent projects — we had the pleasure of creating custom horse brush prizes for Equestrian Nova Scotia and the Hants County Exhibition, as well as custom tumblers, pocket knives, coasters, and de-shedding blades for Sandi Powell’s Hants County Fall Finale.

These were all such great events, and we were truly honoured to work with these organizations to help create unique, custom prizes you can’t just pick up anywhere. 🏆

👇 Check out a few images below of some of the prizes that were recently handed out!

And stay tuned… we’re hoping to put together a special goodie basket giveaway soon — just in time for Christmas 🎄🎁

As always, thank you for your support and for following along with our work ❤️

10/15/2025

✨ We were honoured and thrilled to be asked to create a structure completion ceremony plaque for The Marlstone — marking a major milestone in the project, but more importantly, thanking all of the trades and consultants whose craftsmanship and hard work brought this structure to life.

After some back-and-forth on concepts and approvals, the CustomCuts team went right to work creating something truly unique — the kind of piece you can’t buy in a store.

The plaque is handcrafted from maple hardwood (approx. 18” x 20”). The main title, The Marlstone, was built with individual inlaid letters for a bold, standout look. All logos and business names were carefully engraved and hand-painted to match brand colours, making them sharp, vibrant, and easy to read. We added a soft rounded edge for a refined finish, and on the back included an inlaid keyhole slot for secure flat mounting.

We want to thank Crombie REIT for trusting us with this special project — and extend a big congratulations to everyone involved in reaching this milestone! 🎉

👉 Learn more about The Marlstone here: www.themarlstone.ca

📸 Below are a few images of the final product 👇

If you’re ever looking for a unique custom piece you can’t find in stores, keep us in mind for your next event or gift idea.

— Thank you,
The CustomCuts Team

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