Artisan’s Corner Roundup: Product Highlights

The hustle doesn’t stop for our Cigar World community, especially when it comes to these creative entrepreneurs. Find out more about some of our favorite Artisan’s Corner subjects and how cigars inspire their work, and potentially even pick up a gift for a loved one or even an early Christmas present!

Luke Wessman

Having worked at Miami Ink and guest-starred as a judge on Ink Master, Luke Wessman knows a thing or two about a good tattoo—and a good cigar. Some of his favorite smokes include Tatuaje, Room 101, Davidoff, Casa Del Tabaco, and Hiram & Solomon. He hopes to partner with a cigar brand to expand his ink-inspired apparel and accessories business, Lost Art of the Gentleman.

You can find his prints & works HERE

Cristie Shires-Abbott

As the head of C/SA Creative, Cristie Shires-Abbott is the artist behind the small business’ wood-carved mushroom mirrors, intricate enamel pins, and unique handcrafted pieces. But she couldn’t help but notice a lack of cigar accessories marketed to women. Hoping to fill this niche, she created a crystal cluster ashtray for a Cigar World contest and now sells the design on her site.

You can find her works HERE

Ed Sallee

The man behind Waxing Moon Humidors, Ed Sallee has over 30 years of experience in woodworking. He started building custom humidors in 2009 and works alone on each order, which can take two to six weeks to finish. A cigar aficionado himself, Ed can often be found in his woodshop smoking his favorite label, Fuente’s, as he cuts and crafts away.

You can find his works HERE

Nathaniel Bonner

A custom knifemaker and member of the American Bladesmith Society, Nathaniel Bonner has nearly ten years of experience in craftsmanship. He runs his business, NHB Knives, out of one of the oldest operating hardware stores in St. Louis. When he’s not in the shop, Nathaniel can be found enjoying a medium-body Café-style cigar at his favorite bar in the city. If you’re looking for a unique cutting tool for your cigars, you can support NHB Knives in person by appointment or on Instagram.

You can find his works HERE

Brad Taylor

When Brad Taylor launched Compass Woodworks Co., he was mostly creating cutting boards and serving trays. Then, a friend asked him to make a cocktail smoker—a request that changed his career. Transforming the basic model into a form of functional art, Brad invented the Infused Grain Cocktail Smoker, which won a Made in NC Award in 2021 and now has a patent pending for its design.

You can find his works HERE

Matthew Lange

Matthew Lange started Rough Sanded Woodworking in his garage and still operates there today. A self-taught woodworker, he creates everything from charcuterie boards and tables to signs, custom cigar work, and more. Every now and then, Matthew can be found enjoying a cigar at a special event, usually along with a beer but occasionally with a glass of whiskey.

You can find his works HERE