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Beverages have contributed to table design more than anything else in the world. From the tea table to coffee tables, designers have had the opportunity to create functional and attractive pieces of furniture to accompany the drink of the moment. Many of these table designs, still functional for many purposes, are available today from Amish […]

                                         
Imagine an afternoon set aside for good company and good books. Why not host your own literary luncheon around your Amish hardwood dining room table? Or host this fellowshipping event in your living room while gathered on your well built Amish crafted sofas and viewing your Amish bookcases that hold your personal book collection? […]

 Dinner time around an elegant Amish table does not have to be a formal affair. There are many fun ways to dress up a table for friends or family. Simple placemats can change the theme or the environment. These are great projects to make together with children; adding to the mealtime celebration. Here are a few […]

 With the rapid spread of coffee and tea houses we may think the idea new. In fact 1651 Oxford, England saw Britain’s earliest version of a Starbucks when the first coffee house opened its doors. The British had discovered their favorite exotic hot drinks were coffee, cocoa and of course, tea in the late 1500’s. […]

The Arts and Crafts era dining room was very important in creating the vision of the home as a warm, socially accommodating environment. The solid wood dining room was the focal point of the dining area and the proper table settings were studied and practice. Although trying to break free of the Victorian’s traditions some […]