Thanks to everyone for all the wonderful entries - I enjoyed them all. Some of the entries were excellent, but I felt weren't "obviously" crafted from wood. The choices I have made are based on the wood being the primary subject of the photo, or being the main contributor to it. SO, here we go:
Honourable mentions, in no particular order - actually alphabetical seeing that it's easier that way:
Allen_hart I like the composition of this shot and the focus being on the fence post - a very pleasant rural feeling !
amoxtli. A marvelous story telling atmosphere here - love all that wood.
grompem. I like all three but the mermaid fin won out in the end - such a lovely display of nature's work.
kade. Neat how this shot is presented - and wow ! all that whisky
peterschmidtab. Love the wintery mood here, not to mention all that glorious old wood. The lone person is a nice plus.
sylvester. I'm a sucker for wooden banisters - nice light and composition.
3rd Place
mdejong. Love all three shots, but have chosen this one with the wooden shack having more impact - as wood !
2nd Place
emmelaphoto. Beautifully portrayed - I love the handcrafting of this obviously much loved piece of furniture.
1st Place
chd8. My favourite shot - love the composition - and all those lines - AND wood