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Advent Wood Products

First Chair — The Perfect Ski Day · I | Advent Limited Edition | CNC Wood Sign

First Chair — The Perfect Ski Day · I | Advent Limited Edition | CNC Wood Sign

✨ Ready to Hang | This sign is pre-designed and ready to ship. No proof approval needed—ships within 3–5 business days.

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$375.00 CAD
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First chair is not simply about being early. It starts with an alarm before daylight as you fall out of bed in to your ski gear, pulling on ski boots hopefully toasty from the boot warmer, and waiting while patrol completes the final checks. The recognisable phone ring signals a call from the top station to the liftie.  Then the gate opens, the chair begins loading and you are heading uphill with a quiet mountain and the whole ski day still ahead, but still there's a certain excitement about whether you'll get to your favourite stash before anyone else.

That anticipation—before the first turn has even been made—is what First Chair was created to capture. The natural ash and satin-black carved details give the sign a strong, simple presence while keeping the material and carving visible.

First Chair is the opening piece in The Perfect Ski Day, a four-part series following the moments that make a day on the mountain stay with us.

Only 12 First Chair signs will be made. Each is CNC-carved from solid North American ash and hand-finished by me in British Columbia. Its individual edition number and a short message are carved directly into the back.

Details

  • 8 × 28 in
  • Solid North American ash
  • Satin-black carved details
  • Individually numbered from 01/12 to 12/12
  • Number and message carved into the back
  • Recessed mounting hardware fitted
  • Ready to hang
  • Usually ships within 3–5 business days

Bring the whole day home. Pair your First Chair sign with the matching framed art print, then add Fresh Tracks, One Last Run and After the Storm to tell the complete story. If you would like the same edition number across all four carved signs, contact me before ordering and I’ll reserve a matched set if available.

Shipping & Returns

Production begins after receiving your order. Most signs ship within 3–5 business days; larger orders and busy periods may take longer.

All orders are sent using a tracked service. Delivery dates provided by the carrier are estimates and may be affected by customs or other delays beyond my control. Tracking information will be provided when your order ships.

If your order arrives damaged or you have another concern, contact me within 14 days of delivery. Returns must reach me within 30 days of delivery and be in new condition, unless the item arrived damaged.

Dimensions

Sign sizes are shown in the product options above. I work in millimetres in the workshop for accuracy; inch measurements are the closest approximate equivalents.

Care Instructions

All signs are finished with exterior-grade paint and a clear coat on the front and edges. If your sign will be displayed outdoors, choose North American ash and ask me to paint the back as well.

Wipe the sign with a damp cloth and clean up spills promptly. Avoid extreme changes in temperature or humidity, as solid wood can move naturally over time. Some fading and weathering should be expected when any painted wood product is exposed to sunlight and the elements.

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  • Shipping info

    • All orders are shipped with tracking so you can check on the latest ETA & for international orders you can see if Customs is looking for any additional info.
    • United States orders: Wood sign shipping to the United States is temporarily paused until tariff and trade conditions become more predictable. Art prints remain available and are produced within the United States.

  • Hassle-Free Exchanges

    • If your order arrives damaged then we will send a replacement provided you notify us within 14 days of receipt. Please note that the natural character traits of wood are not considered damage ... these are wood signs after all. We suggest the maple option if you prefer less in terms of "character".
    • Any non-personalized products can be returned within 30 days for a refund, however you will need to pay for shipping if for any reason other than damage or wrong product and they must arrive back in the original condition.