Hello, my name is Philip Mast and I live in Goshen, Indiana. I run Hedge House with my sister, Katlyn, and two Amish builders, Elva and Harley Bontreger. Katlyn handles customer communications and just about everything else, allowing me time to work on new designs and photography. Elva and Harley work from their shops on family homesteads in nearby Lagrange County.
I started Hedge House by designing pieces that I would want in my house. My process starts with a sketch. Next, I finalize details and work with Elva or Harley on the prototype. Once we have the finished product, it goes to our studio (which is a 100-year-old schoolhouse on Goshen’s west side) for photos. We stage the photo scenes with handmade items purchased from our favorite Etsy shops. The schoolroom’s tall ceilings and expansive windows create an open, fresh feeling that complements the furniture. Our pictures are our primary means of communicating with the Etsy audience, and I think they’re what make the shop unique.
Another piece of our process that sets us apart is that we relate to our builders on a personal level. Katlyn and mine’s grandparents are Amish, and Gramps often rides out to the builders’ shops with us to brush up on his Dutch and reconnect with his heritage. We like that our work with Elva and Harley enables them to maintain the Amish tradition, and we’re proud that our furniture is built on a small scale, instead of in a factory.
Custom requests exposed us to a broader range of what people are looking for. I try to incorporate these needs and preferences into our style and techniques. Several custom orders have become permanent fixtures in our shop, like the Rosarita table and bench. We originally created the bench for a customer who was looking for something to match her existing table and brought this idea to us. She was thrilled with the finished product.
Running a creative business has allowed me to do what I love. It’s always been a dream of mine to make a living from my creative pursuits, and furniture combines two of my passions: design and photography. Etsy has been a great way to ease into the world of small business ownership. It’s exciting that our customers are able to be a part of that.
All photographs by Hedge House.
177 comments
Patrick from EdelweissPost said 7 years ago
I admire the simplicity and integrity of your work.
Bozena Wojtaszek from BozenaWojtaszek said 7 years ago
So cool - both the shop and products. And knowing it's Amish craftmanship behind makes it even cooler. Congrats!
Adam Speicher from SpeicherBowTieCo said 7 years ago
awesome!
Tiffany Key from resinjewelryHARUAKI said 7 years ago
I love that you are building upon your family traditions while finding a way to support yourselves with your creative wits. Everything is gorgeous but I am smitten with the planter. What a perfect idea! Congrats on the feature.
Володимир Павлівський said 7 years ago
Very nice :)
Linda from lovelygifts said 7 years ago
Beautiful work!
topvistama from KleponDesign said 7 years ago
Great works! Way to go Philip and Katlyn!
subtleacts from subtleacts said 7 years ago
Such beautiful work! I love the clean lines throughout your designs! Congratulations on the feature!
Merle Kasonen from Mekadorn said 7 years ago
Looks like honest, reliable furniture which lasts for decades. Gongrats and keep up the good work!
Kirsten Gilmore from PaintingsByKEGilmore said 7 years ago
Your furniture is beautiful, and definitely goes in my "someday when we can afford a house" list. I envy your photo setup with the beautiful natural light. That must be an inspiring studio to work in. :)
Jess Greenleaf from GREENLEAFblueberry said 7 years ago
Well made wood pieces can last lifetimes- and these are beautiful.
Quality Handmade Items from WhisperingOak said 7 years ago
Great collaboration. The furniture is lovely with impressive clean lines.
Janette from AmericanDollClothes said 7 years ago
Such simple but beautiful furniture that would go in any home. Congratulations on the feature!
Kristin Henderson from Jewelerinthecupboard said 7 years ago
Beautiful products, simple and modern!!
Monique Flannagan from BlueSquiggle said 7 years ago
Great functional work! Congrats!
JoDene Moneuse from JoDeneMoneuseJewelry said 7 years ago
Absolutely lovely work! I wish you much continued success.......
Rich and Dona from TheCottageMouse said 7 years ago
Love the clean mid century lines and the skill. Fab. Congrats and much success from a fellow Etsy wood working shop.
Ann Cosgrove from acbcDesign said 7 years ago
Gorgeous work! Love the clean lines that bring out the beauty of the wood. Congrats on the feature!
Anna Kikute from fantasygarden said 7 years ago
You have wonderful taste wish you successes .
Sharon Challand from Challand said 7 years ago
So nice!
Claudia Rosillo from texturable said 7 years ago
Great design! I love your work. So clean! Congratulations:))
Lisa from AngryHairJewelry said 7 years ago
Love your story and your beautiful shop!
Sarah from Birchmoonrocksfibers said 7 years ago
The clean lines and the finished wood in your pieces is simply, extraordinarily, beautiful! Many good wishes to your business!
Renata and Jonathan from RenataandJonathan said 7 years ago
Great shop ! Congrats :)
Vintage By Zehner Zehner from VintageByZehner said 7 years ago
NICE! Love the simplicity of all your designs, but I especially love the little planter.
France Gallery from FranceGallery said 7 years ago
Wonderful simple style to your work!
Joanne C from PrincessJillian said 7 years ago
Love the simple yet functional designs in your work! Congrats on the feature! ;)
Alisa from AlisaDesign said 7 years ago
Absolutely amazing! Congrats!
Shulamit Raanan from ShuliDesigns said 7 years ago
Thank you for sharing your story! You have such a great talent and your designs are just wonderful! Congrats! :-) I wish you all the best in the future!
heidi from refugeca2015 said 7 years ago
beautiful shop!! absolutely gorgeous work! congrats on the feature!
Marta DQ from tribomo said 7 years ago
Your work is stunning! I wish I could fill my house entirely with your furniture! Clean lines, gorgeous designs, high quality....perfect! Congrats!
Kimberly C from CoffeeStainedTags said 7 years ago
Your pieces are great! Congrats on your feature!
Jessica O'Leary from plainjbodyandhome said 7 years ago
Beautiful shop!! I really wish I could afford several pieces...I love the walnut! Congrats on your feature!
D George from GeorgieGirlLLC said 7 years ago
Wonderful interview and love Amish work! One day my dreams are to visit the Amish community. Love your designs! Congratulations!!
Claudia from CraftyWoolFelt said 7 years ago
I am a wood lover and these items are beautiful!! Wonderful job!!
Jane Priser from JanePriserArts said 7 years ago
Fabulous wood working and fine carpentry! I love this and it was very enjoyable to read
earlums from Earlums said 7 years ago
Simple and charming. Congrats on the feature!
Jen from PipsEmporium said 7 years ago
Wow, amazing! I love the process and how you all work together!!
Deb Vasbinder from BabyCuteBaby said 7 years ago
Very Stylish! Wonderful craftsmanship. Thanks for sharing!
Amber from BambuEarth said 7 years ago
wowee. amazing work... ♥♥♥
Marilú from MVDesignInk said 7 years ago
Beautiful work! Congratulations on the feature!
Penny Birch-Williams from PennyBirchWilliams said 7 years ago
Love the modern, clean lines of the furniture you design. The craftmanship looks excellent and everything looks very sturdy. So superior to the thrown-together mass-produced furniture we see so much of, which ends up on the curb way sooner than one would expect. Your products look like they would be handed down from one generation to the next. I think it's wonderful that everyone in your collective shop works together so well and everyone benefits. It's also my dream "to make a living from my creative pursuits" and I'm happy to see how that happened for you! Best wishes for continued success.
Melike from MeLikeyByMelike said 7 years ago
Your work is the perfect example of the saying that goes:"Less is more". Love the simplicity of your wonderful items. Congrats on the feature!
kris ferris from kolouri said 7 years ago
so simple and modern looking.. i love it!
Debra Galbo from HowCuteAreYou said 7 years ago
Beautiful shop! How fortunate for you both that you are able to bring the wonderful Amish woodworking traditions to a broader market. Wishing you continued success!
Kate from WillowandQuinn said 7 years ago
I love your story. Your work is wonderful. Best wishes to you, Katlyn, Elva and Harley!
thedelhistore from theDelhiStore said 7 years ago
Great shop, wonderful products!
ronda Tedder from simplethymeprims said 7 years ago
Wonderful feature!...
Lynn Heigh from VineAndBranchStudio said 7 years ago
Timeless, beautiful pieces, and wonderful photography! Congratulations on being featured, so happy to see you here.
Megan Bark from HabitatHandcrafted said 7 years ago
Congrats on the feature! You have a gorgeous shop!
Matejka Max from NattyMatty said 7 years ago
Beautiful! Congrats!!!
Kristian Jessie Jessie from KristianJessie said 7 years ago
Very nice and cosy! I love simple furniture design.
Jane Brown from SandCanyonJewelry said 7 years ago
Absolutely beautiful pieces! The care taken in making them is so apparent. Love the pictures too! Much success to you.
Angela Cotton from CottonBirdDesigns said 7 years ago
Beautiful work!
Faye Champlin from FMCstudio said 7 years ago
I really like the planter/bookshelf combo. What a great combination of ideas! Keep up the good work.
Sukran Kirtis from SukranKirtisJewelry said 7 years ago
I would love to be in your studio, looks amazing..Congrats on the feature!!!
Manari Gems from ManariGems said 7 years ago
Lovely shop! Congrats :)
Renee from RenaisyDaisyDesigns said 7 years ago
Just so beautiful and simple
Mary Mayo from MVMayoPhotography said 7 years ago
There is just something about wood and handmade! Congrats!
Caroline Barbosa from OldSoulVintageLtd said 7 years ago
Wow, new fan of your work. I love the planter with the rack below for books and whatnot. Congrats to you two and your family! Lovely shop.
Blackberry Bungalow from BlackberryBungalow said 7 years ago
Never forget your roots! Well done Philip and Katlyn. Love what you are creating at hedgehouse.
Motleycouture from Motleycouture said 7 years ago
Beautiful clean lines! Congratulations on your feature!
Bradley from FrickandFrackScraps said 7 years ago
Your work is simply beautiful. Congratulations on your feature and good luck!
Motleycouture from Motleycouture said 7 years ago
Beautiful clean lines! Great feature! Congratulations!
Laura from LaRoHandmades said 7 years ago
Simple and really beautiful!! Looks great quality too. Inspiring feature! Good luck with what you do!
Kasia B from ShesGUtSSY said 7 years ago
Love the simplicity of your pieces. They will no doubt become timeless, family heirlooms for whoever buys them...
Jackie E. from NorthernCottageGifts said 7 years ago
Beautiful pieces! My husband has given me an appreciation of all things wood. We have two woodsheds in back: One for the pieces that will be feeding our woodstove and one for turning bowls. :) Thanks for sharing your story. Inspiring. Blessings from Alaska, Jackie
Manju G from JaipurHandloom said 7 years ago
This has been the most inspiring story, Thanks!
Marianna from ManariDesign said 7 years ago
Lovely! Awesome shop! Congrats on the feature :)
elle and belle Forster from elleandbellejewelry said 7 years ago
Beautiful pieces! All the best!
Manju G from JaipurHandloom said 7 years ago
absolutly inspiring.
BonTons from BonTons said 7 years ago
Beautiful pieces, wonderful story! Congratulations on the Feature
accentonvintage from accentonvintage said 7 years ago
Beautiful and elegant work! Congrats!
Susan Ellebruch from WhirlwindPottery said 7 years ago
Love your work!
Helen Mills from 1820BagCo said 7 years ago
Your work is beautiful! Congrats on the feature.
Nicola and Jessica Belton from CelticKnittingCo said 7 years ago
Wonderful work, such an amazing amount of time goes into the preparation, design and making of each piece. These pieces just ooze style and beauty. A great article and congrats on your shop, it is well worth a visit!
Caroline from MissingTagVintage said 7 years ago
Really nice craftsmanship! Congrats!
Rasma Puspure from RasmaPuspure said 7 years ago
Just the way i like! Simple, elegant but WOODEN! Congrats on the feature!!!
joan kelly from cosmiksouls said 7 years ago
Clean lines and fabulous craftsmanship ... great combo !!! Congrats :)
Leslie Smith from 925maille said 7 years ago
Beautiful furniture! I love the simplicity of your designs - that is the style we have in our house. Love the pedestal table! Congratulations on the feature.
Miyako MYK from MiyakoMYK said 7 years ago
Beautiful work!
Jillian Audrey from JillianAudreyDesigns said 7 years ago
So awesome! Absolutely love your work - congrats!
Yael Berger from TheJoyofColor said 7 years ago
Love your furniture and style , the simple lines and the superb craftmenship congrats
Alizabeth from chicksnhens said 7 years ago
Beautiful work! So nice to see an artist featured from my home state, Indiana! :D Congrats!
Donnie from DonniesDiscounts said 7 years ago
minimal rocks
Mimi Roy from mixedmetalmimi said 7 years ago
Good on ya! Looks beautiful Mixed Metal Mimi :)
Burgess Smith from RiegelGoodsCompany said 7 years ago
Your designs are beautiful. Really like the simple, classic lines. I see several pieces that I would love to have! Thanks for sharing your story!
emily from emilyemilyjewelry said 7 years ago
simple designs and nice funiture . surport the amish tranditon !
Sam from SamieSam said 7 years ago
Yay for Goshen, Amish woodworkers, the Masts! I know your parents from long, long ago. Bless you both.
Iliana from VintagethatsMintage said 7 years ago
Yay for my hometown of Goshen! Congrats Phil! That is amazing! :-)
Wei from HoneyThistle said 7 years ago
I LOVE how you stage your products! They're gorgeous pieces :)
Manju G from JaipurHandloom said 7 years ago
I really love this article..Thanks for the relevant information.
Peini from KKchildrendesigns said 7 years ago
Very simple and elegant handwork! Love it :)
Kelly from RootAndRoam said 7 years ago
Stunning work!
birdhouseaccents from birdhouseaccents said 7 years ago
Congrats
Jem Klein from JemKlein said 7 years ago
Really nice work! Simple & elegant!
VINTAGE NOW from ESTATENOW said 7 years ago
I can smell the wood.. beautiful work.
Andrea V from BeachyChicDecor said 7 years ago
wonderful work!
Madeleine Grubb from TroveMine said 7 years ago
Love the furniture!
Francesca from NineBrushstrokes said 7 years ago
I absolutely love this furniture! Clean lines, beautiful wood...very sophisticated! It's the kind I would love for my house too...
ya mo from 2013color said 7 years ago
nice :)
favormakers from favormakers said 7 years ago
such beautiful designs. Congratulations!
Yuri Pysar from Pysar said 7 years ago
love the simplicity and yet so stylish design!
Manuela Simion from Mmanuella said 7 years ago
So nice! :)
Lowe Jewelry from lowelowejewelry said 7 years ago
I really love your design! Congrats :)
Kara Lunzer from BamBellaArt said 7 years ago
Love this shop, just recently discovered this gorgeous furniture. Such a well deserved feature.
Mingta Li from mingtaphotography said 7 years ago
Nice art works! Congrats!
Avesha Michael from aveshamichael said 7 years ago
love your pieces. yeay!
Lorena Balea-Raitz from LorenasInkDesigns said 7 years ago
Your shop is wonderful!
Eve Geisler from EvesLittleEarthlings said 7 years ago
Love the style and workmanship! Congrats on your feature and good luck in the future.
Aga from AgasJourney said 7 years ago
Simply natural and beautiful. Great works. Congrats on the future
Amanda Fortier from MandaleighDesigns said 7 years ago
The planter would be right at home at my house... I even have my own copy of Possum Living to put on it! Great article, and excellent shop. Best wishes for continued success!
Rosemary Wascher from DarburyCottage said 7 years ago
Love the solid wood with nice clean lines. good luck with your shop.
Christina from stonesartisanjewelry said 7 years ago
Beautiful. Thanks for giving us a glimpse into the bigger picture. What a great feature.
Tami Stanton from TamiLyn said 7 years ago
Amazing items and story! Such a heritage you have...carry on!
Cathy Pugh from CherieCoquette said 7 years ago
Your work is gorgeous!
Mike and Jess from JessiesOrientalRugs said 7 years ago
What an awesome story! You have some really beautiful products and the photography really is gorgeous. Congrats on the feature!
Kathy Johnson from kathyjohnson3 said 7 years ago
Beautiful work, I love the walnut dresser!
Jenn Duval from MoodiChic said 7 years ago
What beautiful furniture, congrats on the feature.
lisa lehmann from thebeadgirl said 7 years ago
love your work. i'm in fort wayne...i'd love to come and see it in person...and furnish my home :) congrats on the feature!!
Stacey Van Hecke from mrsvanheckespaper said 7 years ago
Beautiful work! :)
Dickson Lee from Favormaking said 7 years ago
Great work, Love it.
Dickson Lee from Favormaking said 7 years ago
Great work Love it
Katrina Dzerkale from Dominna said 7 years ago
its so neat and simple. Amazing.
Lorri from ScarlettSlipper said 7 years ago
Wonderful!
candlesbynature from candlesbynature said 7 years ago
Beautiful pieces! Love your attention to your customers and how you bring them into your creative process--that's what handmade is all about! :)
individualababy from individualababy said 7 years ago
Beautiful furniture. Enjoyed reading your story.
Maya Rumsey from MelissaMayaPottery said 7 years ago
So beautiful! The furniture and the photos are lovely!
Briana Taylor from btaylorquilts said 7 years ago
Love your furniture and aesthetics. Congrats on the featured sellers spot!
Desiree Ling from MamasLittleMarket said 7 years ago
you two are adorable I absolutely love that pic. also I am impressed and adore the amish. very nice that you purchase from other etsy sellers. take care!
Gino Escate from Gygante said 7 years ago
Great design: simple and clear! :) congrats!
deepbluediver from craftKITbox said 7 years ago
Beautiful work, Great photos, Thanks Congrats
Kasia Slusarczyk from KatDeco said 7 years ago
Love your work!!!
Maria Salas from ChapulinesCollection said 7 years ago
Everything is beautiful, my favorite is the Solid Walnut Tapered Leg Nightstand! Congratulations Philip and Katlyn :)
Jennifer from PoshBinky said 7 years ago
Extremely beautiful and unique furniture! Love your style. Congrats on the wonderful feature you two!!
Cindy from CCJEWELZ said 7 years ago
I love your designs it is simple and modern. you can use the furniture in anyway you like. Congrats on the feature to both os you.
Kahina from byloumi said 7 years ago
Wonderful shop, simply gorgeous! Congrats!!!!! I love your work :) I wish you a lot of success!
Nicholas Valentino from ShopModernArt said 7 years ago
Extremely beautiful! Classic!! Outstanding!!
Ivonne from heatherhazelcouture said 7 years ago
Lovely furniture ! Congrats on the feature !
Jessie Archambault from 1509Partridgeberry said 7 years ago
Beautiful! Congratulations.
Carrie Paquette from Artbycarriepaquette said 7 years ago
Simple and pure looking!
ScarfMood Mood from ScarfMood said 7 years ago
What a great shop and products ! Wooden, always the best !
Voneen Pryce from Woolby said 7 years ago
So cool!
Melissa Partridge from ColorMelissa said 7 years ago
Love your designs~Gorgeous!!
May from TimelessManePatterns said 7 years ago
Classic and lovely!
Laura Modrell from LKMJewelryDesigns said 7 years ago
Congratulations on your store being featured, great work!
moon from jewelsbymoon said 7 years ago
Congrats! Lovely story, beautiful craftsmanship.
Moon from MoonsinLeo said 7 years ago
Love your work. You're a true American craftsman.
Judy McSween from MyBrilliantBrush said 7 years ago
I love the clean lines and the integrity of your work. My cousins' home in NE Ohio was built by the Amish and the craftsmanship is exquisite....and your pieces reflect that same quality. Congratulations on the feature!
Allison from VintageResearch said 7 years ago
Your pieces are beautiful and masterfully created! I would love any of these in my home.
Sharon from YearsAfter said 7 years ago
Wonderful pieces with clean lines! Love all especially the dresser!
Anna Wegrowska from AnnaWegg said 7 years ago
Beautiful work! Congratulations.
Kristina Ilickovic from Kastina said 7 years ago
Love every piece in your shop, congrats;))
Brandie Ferreira from InducedDreams said 7 years ago
Great values and wonderful work! Thank you!
Ombretta from IndieLab said 7 years ago
wonderful work! pure design, modern, warm, elegant.... beautiful! Congrats!
joanna ada from paintingcanvas said 7 years ago
oh they are makeing very userfuly items they really must to work hard for make such wonderful items
Jacqueline Chan from whimsymilieu said 7 years ago
Such beautiful, honest furniture! Love it so much! Congrats!
Natalya and Dmitry Kotenko from Dinabijushop said 7 years ago
So great works! Love it so much!
Elizabeth Tipton from ROSEWORX said 7 years ago
Beautiful beautiful work. Lovely proportions. Thank you!
Whitney from PinwheelStudio said 7 years ago
Congrats on a lovely feature and beautiful pieces of simplicity!!
Clarrisa Gonzales from IsaLeeDesigns said 7 years ago
Wow, I absolutely love your pieces-- stunning and beautiful! One of my new favorite shops for sure!
Emma Otu-Brown from EmmaJosephineDesigns said 7 years ago
Great furniture. Love it.
afrombelgium from HONDSBERGleather said 7 years ago
Love the straight lines in your work !
Simel from simmmsimmm said 7 years ago
Lovely work! Congrats!
Nicole House from NicoleGCreativeHouse said 7 years ago
Nice!
Kristy hodge from redbarncanvas said 7 years ago
Congrats on a much deserved feature!! Beautiful pieces - wishing you much more success to come!
Anne Dixon from 2SistersHandmade said 7 years ago
Love the simple yet elegant designs. Happy that you are employing local people :)
Joey Tan from Sureddoya said 7 years ago
Wow amazing ! Looks like something I want for my home too !
Vintage Minnow from VintageMinnow said 7 years ago
The patience!
Atelie Valshebstvo from AtelierValshebstvo said 7 years ago
Congratulations:))
Kina Tiemann from MesquiteThornStudio said 7 years ago
Awesome furniture! Congrats on your feature!
aressa from OriginalBridalHanger said 7 years ago
Thanks for sharing...Your work is very nice...Best of luck!
emberair from EmberandAir said 7 years ago
Wonderful work! My husband and I have actually been looking for a few new wood furniture pieces, we'll definitely be checking out your stock! Congratulations on the feature
rlamo001 from Christscrafts said 7 years ago
You guys work with such precision! I really like the bed frame and the planter! Excellent work!
rlamo001 from Christscrafts said 7 years ago
Nice work
Michael Hawkins from CraftyDad said 7 years ago
Hello neighbor! I live in Elkhart. Such beautiful work you produce. Kudos to you and your team!
Koren Kwan from GarasuWonderland said 6 years ago
lovely work!