I'll post my progress here. I haven't been able to get much done this week, but I hope to get much more done this coming week. I'm new to modding/modelling for games so I welcome any and all advice/critique. I shouldnt have any problems with UV mapping, but when it comes to texturing I have only used bump maps rather than normal maps. I've watched some tutorials so I have an understanding of normal maps but I may need some help. 
Coming along nicely. You can
Coming along nicely. You can afford to use more polys for the fireplace :) In fact really etch out some more detail.
Thanks for the feedback! Just
Thanks for the feedback! Just a little update: I got some other simple meshes done, Ill post pics when I have more stuff worth showing. Also, not having photoshop on my desktop has been slowing my progress, but I just got it so hopefully I can move these models along and have some textured pieces to show!
Thoughts or suggestions? Also
Thoughts or suggestions? Also, I'd like to try to start texturing some of the models; what resolution should i use for objects like the cauldron or fire pit? Also, anyone know any good tutorials on creating normal maps? I only have experience creating bump maps.

Yea. make it 3 pieces. would
Yea, they look good. Make fireplace 3 pieces though. Would make many combination with or without the shelf and with the stacked firewood on one side or both.

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