About

Get to know Connor’s Custom Woodworking inside and out - from the craftsman behind it all to the shop itself.

Connor DeWald

Owner/Operator

My story begins in 2011 when my passion for woodworking was ignited at the age of 12. Starting with small projects in a tiny shed that I built on my parents' property, I quickly fell in love with the craft and knew it was something I wanted to pursue for the long haul. Needless to say, I grew out of the shed in rapid fashion, and shortly before graduating high school, I was able to rent a space for my first standalone shop. As my skills grew, so did my ambitions, and before I knew it, I had turned my passion into a thriving business. Over the years, I attended Penn College for welding and my shop relocated several times to accommodate the rapid growth of the business. I honed my skills even further and was even showcased on Channel 16 (WNEP). Today, I am proud to say that I own my own shop in Millville, PA, where I continue to create beautiful custom woodworking pieces for clients near and far.

In addition to my work as a craftsman, I am also an active member of the Millville Community Fire Company. I've been a part of it since my sophomore year of high school, and my close proximity to the fire hall has allowed me to respond quickly to emergencies in the community. My skills as a business owner have also come in handy in this role, such as creating a custom conference table for the fire hall's lounge area in 2022.

At the core, I value quality craftsmanship and community involvement. Whether I'm building a custom piece of furniture or responding to a call from the fire department, I take pride in my work and am committed to making a positive impact in the world around us.

The Shop

Millville, PA

My shop is a 3,600 sqft commercial space with a diverse history of industries. Prior to its acquisition, the premises had served as a bar and had even remained unoccupied for a while, necessitating substantial repairs and upgrades. Despite significant enhancements already made to the facility, there is still an array of pending improvements that I eagerly anticipate tackling. This location is my largest yet and has enabled me to incorporate a dedicated spray booth within the building. The additional space has proven instrumental in propelling the business' growth in the last year, enabling the handling of more sizable projects and even integrating a laser engraver into the workshop. I'm certainly looking forward to all the future upgrades, additions, and opportunities that this property will open up for the business!