A Uniquely New England Art Studio —
Making Food-Friendly Decor & Gifts
Food-Friendly Decor & Gifts
for New England Stonewall Lovers
Do you love old stone walls?
New York and New England have more miles of stonewalls,
than the distance from the Earth to the Moon!
15 Years ago, I discovered that farmer fieldstones ‘grew’ each spring, and these rocks became the iconic New England stonewalls.
Once upon a time, I discovered that farmer fieldstones ‘grow’ each spring
requiring farmers to build what became the iconic walls we love today.
New York and New England have more miles of stonewalls than the distance from the earth to the moon.
Fieldstones are a sustainable crop, and even better, some of the stones are shockingly vivid, with beautiful geology inside.
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No Stonewalls are Harmed
Fieldstones are a sustainable farm crop, and even better, some of the stones are hiding strikingly beautiful geology inside.
Inspired by the dream of sharing something completely unique and yet-unexplored, I set out to share the prettiest fieldstones I could find, and master my vision to preserve live edges and inner beauty visible.
Gift GuideMy Dream
Inspired by sustainable fieldstone to share something completely unique and yet-unseen, I started sharing the prettiest fieldstones I could find at local farms. I focus on live edges, surprising inner beauty, and supporting working farmers or helping customers use their own stone.
Personalization options:
1) add a carved engraving or ink label to something available now
2) you pick a stone and decide what to make from it
Personalization
For 15 years, I’ve sawn, polished, and finished Cheese Boards, Coasters, Trivets, Bowls, Cooking Stones, Sculptural Sets, and Monuments – for home decor, and gifting. Enjoy!
Product CategoriesFor 15 years, I’ve sawn, polished, and shared special fieldstones as Cheese Boards, Coasters, Trivets, Bowls, Cooking Stones, and Small Sculptures. Whether for home decor, a collectible artifact, or a special gift, thank you for your patronage!
Personalization options:
1) add a carved engraving or ink label to something available now
2) you pick a stone and decide what to make from it
PersonalizationCustomer Reviews
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I worked with Gerald at American Stonecraft to make a pet memorial stone as a surprise gift for my in-laws. I looked online and could only find generic, insert-name-here memorial stones. I wanted something that clearly showed the level of care that went into creating it, while being a true homage to the companion that they lost (Bongo). I worked with American Stonecraft specifically because they allowed me to supply my own stone. My fiancé and I went to Bongo's favorite farm, where they'd walked him thousands of times throughout his life, and chose a stone that we felt drawn to. That personal connection means so much to us. Gerald is very kind, communicative, and incredibly easy to work with. He gave me a guideline for how much space I had to write on the stone, I made the design in powerpoint, and he mocked it up for me. He was very patient when I changed my design a few times and always sent a new mockup. The stone itself is really a work of art. The engraving is precise, the face of the stone is smooth, and he was able to flatten the underside so that it sits perfectly flat on the ground. He even attached little rubber feet to the bottom so that it could be displayed indoors without scratching any surfaces. I couldn't be happier with the process and product. The stone is a beautiful memorial for Bongo, and it really feels connected to him.Posted on Google
Sharlene SonesThe most wonderful experience -- my family has custom coasters and a candleholder from a very special stone from our childhood home. Gerald is most helpful and created beautiful keepsakes for us. Highly recommend!Posted on Google
Margaret HenryWorking with Gerald to design exactly what I wanted was such a pleasure. After a few more information emails Gerald understood fully what I was looking for and he created an amazing memorial for me. I am very happy and can't wait to plant the tree where this memorial will be placed under. I love it. Thank you.Posted on Google
Todd ZicklerI had a unique stone that I collected on a family camping trip, and Gerald had multiple conversations with me to plan how to turn it into a memorable and functional piece. The result greatly exceeded my expectations, and I gave it to a family member as a gift. They absolutely love it.Posted on Google
Brittany FlahertyGerald created the most beautiful food slabs out of a stone we collected from our childhood. This made for a beautiful and meaningful gift, and amazing way to honor our memories. Gerald was easy to work with, finalized the products on time, and we love the end result! Highly recommend.Posted on Google
Robert MacIntoshI bought a number of items (coasters, multi-use bowls and boards) at the showroom and gave them as Christmas presents to my family. Everyone loved them! Of course, I kept a number of them for myself -- and the coasters look awesome in our family room and living room, while the board is great to serve cheeses and prosciutto.Posted on Google
Stephen BlackI had an excellent experience. The product is beautiful.Posted on Google
Srbui SeferianI found American Stonecraft online and reached out to ask about making lazy susans with some granite slabs I had. Gerald responded immediately and gave me ideas and researched the project, even though it was not something he typically did. He was super flexible on timing, priced reasonably, and turned it around quickly for me. I am looking forward to working with him on making tables with some add'l granite pieces. I was able to visit the showroom and the items he creates are unique and would make great gifts, as well as great statement pieces and useful items for your home. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend American Stonecraft.Posted on Google
Kate GarthI had a great experience shopping at American Stone craft. It was very cool to visit Gerald's workshop and personally choose my piece of stone. He made time in his busy day to chat and show me his work. Gerald very carefully wrapped the piece I chose because I was taking it internationally. My friends in New Zealand were delighted with this gift, and it has been a great conversation piece. My family has made four or five purchases from Gerald, each piece is unique, beautifully crafted, and has a wonderful story.Posted on Google
Theresa DWe had a wonderful experience with Gerald and his wife, Cansu, at American Stonecraft. We attended one of their open houses and loved learning about how the stones are harvested, it gave us a whole new appreciation for the craftsmanship and care behind each piece. There are so many options, and the stones are truly beautiful. We purchased a cooking stone and it has completely elevated our dinners. Making sizzling steak right on the stone is such a fun, interactive experience. We’ve used it several times and absolutely love it. It stays hot, is easy to clean, and is always a hit with guests. Highly recommend American Stonecraft!
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Artist’s Statement
My work exists at the intersection of human craft and deep geological time—a product of art, but fundamentally a treasure from nature. In a culture often defined by the temporary and the disposable, I choose to take the long view.
Stones are shaped by glaciers, carrying millions of years of history before they ever reach my studio. To honor this lineage, my signature is to preserve the raw, live edges of the stone, keeping the scale of the original material intact. It is a way of listening to the past, of allowing the earth’s ancient narrative to remain present in the finished piece. To this natural history, I add precisely polished, food-safe surfaces—marrying the wild, irregular geometry of the wilderness with the clean, functional needs of the modern home.
Creating work that endures requires a commitment to both patience and mastery. I rely on over a decade of developing custom tools and refining specialized techniques to saw, polish, and sculpt these stubborn materials into functional art. Like the builders who came before us, I believe that utilitarian objects should be beautiful enough to be worth preserving for generations.
Every piece I create is a continuation of an ongoing conversation between nature, history, and craft. To honor this lineage and the future of each piece, I archive a unique serial number and provenance for collectors. These are not just objects; they are enduring fragments of the earth, made useful for today, and built to last well into tomorrow.
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