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Archive for the ‘Understanding Hardwood and Furniture Construction’ Category
Friday, July 31st, 2009
Just like our personal appearance the decor of our homes, especially the interior, reflects who we are. If we were honest with ourselves we would admit that upon entrance into a new person’s residence, we subconsciously draw a conclusion of the person who lives there. We deduce their financial status, their taste, even their hygiene […]
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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 […]
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Friday, March 6th, 2009
Hand-me-downs are a wonderful way for a family to save money when expecting a new child. Amish treasures are so durable it is expected they will passed from generation to generation, but use caution when buying many used items for children. While most pieces of furniture are fine to buy used or to share with […]
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Wednesday, January 21st, 2009
The Amish craftsmen are always committed to you getting the most enjoyment and longevity from your high quality furniture investment. From the native hardwoods to the ARESISTOVAR finish, each detail of an Amish built heirloom piece is carefully selected to insure your pleasure. Although these elements create a durable and elegant product, some care is […]
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Wednesday, January 7th, 2009
All designs are contemporary and modern when they are first created and enter into the mainstream, but the Modern Movement evolved at the turn of the 20th century and came to symbolize a philosophy in design that endures over a century later. The suffocating clutter and gilding of the Victorian era was coming in to […]
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