About us

The Stilwell House is a creative home tucked into the quiet hills of Corbett, Oregon. Built on generations of artistry and the beauty of handmade things, it’s a space shaped by memory, family, and the joy of making.

It all began at my mama Araceli’s kitchen table—though, to be fair, I wasn’t beside it—I was sitting on top of it. From that vantage point, I watched her paint with steady hands and a quiet kind of magic. That sense of wonder, of creating something beautiful from nothing, took root early.

Years later, our own kitchen table became the heart of something new. Surrounded by wood blanks, brushes, and bursts of inspiration, we began painting furniture, designing kits, and building a life layered in color and care. That same table still holds projects in progress, and many of the pieces we offer are dreamed up, built, and packed by hand right here at home.

We believe in functional art—pieces that are lived with, loved on, gifted, and treasured. Some of what we offer is handcrafted from scratch. Some is reclaimed or thoughtfully reimagined. But every piece is chosen with intention and tells a story.

The Stilwell House is stitched together with people we love. My mother-in-law, Lois, had a fondness for ceramic chickens—some still roost happily around our house like little guardians of joy. Our family is also deeply connected to the Deaf and DeafBlind community, and that sense of inclusivity and belonging threads through everything we do.

We stay intentionally small so we can create with heart, collaborate with fellow makers, and keep a seat open at our table for anyone who longs to make something meaningful.

Whether you’re here for a DIY kit, a handcrafted treasure, or a little inspiration to get your hands messy—or you’re one of the dreamers who’s always felt like they “fit out”—welcome. You belong here.

You’re home,

 

xoxo

Jojo