Even before the Rueffert family purchased the Woodbridge Inn in 1976, Joe was fascinated with the Georgia Marble mined in the Jasper area. Using only hand tools, he created his unique marble planters and candle holders in his garage. These early pieces were given away as gifts to friends and sold to neighbors at yard sales. The marble pieces became a staple item at the Woodbridge and guests always like to take home a piece of the mountains to their friends, family, or for themselves.