Posts by Richard Oedel
The New Hampshire Furniture Masters Have Their “Hands” Hard at Work
You often hear me talk about the New Hampshire Furniture Masters Association (NHFMA), but I thought I would give you a bit more background on it. NHFMA is an organization that was founded by New Hampshire fine furniture craftsmen in 1993. It was initially created in an effort to raise the awareness of the state’s…
Read MoreThe Inspired in Australia Are Bringing Local Art to the Forefront
I talk a lot about the New Hampshire Furniture Masters Association on my blog and our goal to raise the awareness of locally crafted fine furniture design. This trend apparently is on the rise across the world as well. If you ever have the opportunity to travel to Australia, I highly recommend that you check…
Read MoreSee the Art of Studio Furniture at the Made in Massachusetts Exhibit
I personally am very honored and excited to have some of my own pieces featured at the Made in Massachusetts exhibit, and for anyone that is interested in learning more about my style, this is a great event to attend to get a taste of it. Some of my other colleagues that will be featured…
Read MoreDon’t Miss the Auction of a “One-of-a-Kind” Piece at Sotheby’s New York
If you’re looking for an ultra-unique piece of fine furniture, be sure to mark your calendar for the Sotheby’s New York auction that will be taking place on November 23. The pieces featured in this auction were hand selected by designer Marc Newson and Apple’s Senior VP of design, Jonathan Ive, and proceeds from the…
Read MoreOur Pieces Will Inspire You at the NHFMA Gallery
Searching for the perfect piece of fine furniture is no easy task, and you owe it to yourself to take the time to research exactly what you are looking for. Attending some of the featured museum exhibits that I often share on my design blog is a great place to start for inspiration. I also…
Read MoreLearn the Different Types of Softwood and When to Use Them
I often use my blog as an opportunity to talk about the types of wood used for woodworking, and today I wanted to take a moment to focus on softwoods and when it’s appropriate to use them. Just because woods such as cedar, fir, and pine are categorized as softwoods doesn’t mean that they are…
Read More5 Interesting Facts on Fine Mahogany Wood
A material that I am particularly fond of is Mahogany, and perhaps this is due to it being such a rare type of wood these days. The use of Mahogany dates back to the seventeenth century in Britain, and it quickly became a popular material in the United States as well. Here are some facts…
Read MoreKnow What You’re Working With: Some Common Woods for Woodworking
When it comes to crafting furniture, there is a wide variety of woods that you can choose from. While I have extensive experience in working with most woods, I am particularly fond of Mahogany, Pine, Birch, and Oak. Below is a brief overview of some of the most common selection of woods for building furniture:…
Read MoreRefinishing Your Old Outdoor Furniture Shouldn’t Be a Hassle
This discussion of blending your indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces is on the forefront of many people’s minds these days, which is why I wanted to take a moment to discuss outdoor furniture. Wooden furniture in particular can often take a beating from harsh weather conditions such as rain, snow, ice, and sunlight. For this…
Read MoreThe New Hampshire Furniture Masters Celebrate the Craftsmanship of 2013
If you’ve had an opportunity to attend a New Hampshire Furniture Masters (NHFM) event in the past, such as the ever popular annual live auction, you will want to be sure to mark your calendar for the 2013 Celebration that will take place on Sunday, October 27 from 4 to 7pm. This highly anticipated event…
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