Rooted in tradition and trust.
The founding principles, faith, and community intention behind Crown of Thorns.
Return to the original story preserved from the previous Crown of Thorns website.
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Notes from the shop
Stories with
something behind them.
The people, principles, and moments that give the work meaning—recorded from the Crown of Thorns chair in Abilene.
Crown of Thorns Journal · Volume IAbilene, TexasFaith · Family · Craft
The next chapter
Worth telling. Worth keeping.
Every cut carries a story: the family legacy behind the shop, the professionals who practice the craft, and the Abilene community gathered around it. New entries will appear here when there is something real to share.