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A Brief History of Cabinetmakers’ Chairs : How Eighteenth Century Craftsmen Dictated Decor Styles

Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009

                  

          
The eighteenth century cabinetmaker was a busy and much diversified craftsman. A Colonial cabinetmaker was engaged to make many household furnishings because they were specialists in furniture construction. When a cabinetmaker climbed off the boat in a port city they quite literally could change the styles of that port city. They were known to […]

Owning Your Own Island : Why Today’s Kitchens Are The Hub of The Home

Wednesday, July 1st, 2009

 
No man is an island but life is a lot more functional when he has one in his kitchen. The smart Amish kitchen table owner knows that a compliment to your perfect kitchen is an island. The contemporary home is not complete without a central work area for either chopping or peeling, eating, studying. […]

5 Useful Tips To Create a Memorable Outdoor Event

Tuesday, June 2nd, 2009

  
 Outdoor patio and deck furniture crafted by Amish woodworkers and proudly displayed outside your home is reason enough for hosting a casual backyard barbecue or a more elegant backyard wedding. Thanks to the quality of your choice of outdoor furniture and accessories there are plenty of ways to make your outdoor space inviting, comfortable and […]

Tips on Buying Your Dining Room Table and Chairs

Wednesday, May 13th, 2009

 The humble table has been the place where men and women have gathered for centuries to eat, drink, fellowship, make decisions and much more. Traditionally the dining room table has been the meeting place in the home for families and friends to do much of the same. There is something deeply spiritual about food; its […]

Solid Wood Pantries by the Amish : Tips To a Well Stocked Pantry

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

 
Your home may not have come with a built-in pantry or even good shelf or cabinet space but, thanks to the Amish and their handiwork, you can have a custom cabinet that will follow you from home to home. Jelly cupboards, Hoosier cabinets, corner cabinets, hutches or even the generous open shelving available in […]