Posts Tagged ‘cabinetmakers in boston ma’
Keeping Up to Scratch: Some DIY Polish Ideas for Your Wood Furniture
While shabby chic furniture is certainly in style these days, that doesn’t make it okay for your quality wood pieces to acquire some scratches and imperfections. As a furniture maker in Boston, my clients will often ask me for helpful tips for caring for wood furniture, and I always emphasize the importance of keeping your…
Read MoreWhile Woodturning Is Difficult, It Yields the Most Intricate Furniture
For those that are passionate about woodworking, woodturning is something that should be explored as it is a way to create some of the most detailed furniture. While most general forms of woodworking require that the wood remain stationary while working with it, woodturning is performed when the wood is in motion. This enables the craftsman to…
Read MoreReducing Your Furniture Footprint: Hardwoods Offer the Most Sustainable Furniture Option
Sustainability is a hot topic for many people that are looking to commission a piece of custom furniture today. As a fine furniture maker in Boston, I work with a number of eco-friendly materials to craft furniture and find that some of the best environmentally friendly choices are American hardwoods. Recently, there has been some controversy…
Read MoreView Our Fine Furniture Through the “School of Thought” Exhibition
The New Hampshire Furniture Masters host a number of events and exhibitions throughout the year that are ideal to attend. For those that are passionate about the art of furniture making, or who are considering commissioning a custom piece of furniture, a great event that runs through May 30 is the “School of Thought” Exhibition Series:…
Read MoreCaring for Oak: 3 Tips to Keep Your Oak Piece at Its Best
A question that I often hear from my clients is how to care for their wood furniture. Since I work with a wide variety of woods, my answer will naturally depend on which type of wood the furniture is made from. Today I would like to address how to care for oak furniture. When commissioning a…
Read MoreLooking for an Art Deco Piece? Here Are Some Ideas to Get You Started
Due to its ability to exude luxury and glamour while still maintaining a sense of simplicity, the art deco style gained a renewed popularity in the 1960’s and is very much making a comeback today with its sleek lines, geometric patterns, industrial finishes, and modular design. While this style first rolled out at the World’s…
Read MorePages of Inspiration: Combing Through Design Magazines to Help Create Your Piece
I recently shared that now is the perfect time to start the commissioning process to have a truly special piece of furniture made by the 2014 holiday season. Commissioning a custom piece of furniture can take some time, most specifically because I want my clients to take the time to find design elements that really inspire them…
Read MoreChoosing Your Wood Type: A Lesson in Cherrywood
I often use my design blog as an opportunity to talk about the various types of wood that are used in furniture making, and I wanted to take a moment to highlight cherrywood. Due to its natural beauty, versatility, and ability to be easily sanded, cut, and stained, we frequently see cherrywood used to make…
Read MorePlanning a Special Gift for the 2014 Holidays? Now’s the Time to Start the Process
While the 2013 holiday season may still be on your mind, now is the perfect time to start thinking about what to get for that special someone for the 2014 holiday season. No, I’m not talking about taking advantage of the huge post holiday discounts on apparel and electronics at the local department store. Instead,…
Read MoreGet Your Last Glimpse of the Early American Furniture Exhibit at Historic Deerfield
Making the decision to commission the right craftsman to create a custom piece of furniture is just as important as finding inspiration for the perfect piece, which is why I always recommend that my clients take their time to conduct research on both sides of the equation. For those that are passionate about early American furniture,…
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