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The Scale of Chair Craftsmanship: A Lesson From the Miniature Chair Man
For those looking for inspiration for the perfect piece of furniture, I always recommend that my clients check out some of the local furniture exhibits, such as the rotating displays that take place year-round at the New Hampshire Furniture Masters Association (NHFMA) Gallery in Concord, New Hampshire. There are those that have an appreciation for…
Read MoreFour Centuries of Massachusetts Furniture: See the Private Collections at MHS
New England in general is rich in history, and those of us that live in the region are reminded about this on a daily basis simply by taking a ride through town and passing by architecture that is many centuries old. Another great way to see how we have been impacted by those that came…
Read MoreThe 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 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 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 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 MoreSee new Directions in Craftmenship at the Center for Art in Wood
If you are passionate about wood craftsmanship and want some inspiration for your next project, you should consider checking out the allTURNatives: Form + Spirit 2013 exhibit at the Center for Art in Wood in Philadelphia. This one of a kind exhibit opened on August 2 and runs through October 12, and attending this exhibit…
Read MoreLook for These Indicators of Quality when Shopping for Wood Furniture
There are so many things to consider when shopping for wood furniture, but something that should always be top of mind is quality. Because it can sometimes be difficult to differentiate between a high quality wooden piece and one made from a lower grade of material, I wanted to share some of the best indicators…
Read MoreThe Society of Arts and Crafts in Boston Offers Fellowships, Mentor Programs, and Other Opportunities to Up-and-Coming Artists
The Society of Arts and Crafts was established in 1897 in Boston in an effort to recognize and offer support to the American craft movement and has played an instrumental role in inspiring development, increasing sales, and providing educational opportunities for arts and crafts. For new artists at the Society of Arts and Crafts, there…
Read MoreCheck Out “Furniture Masterworks,” The New Hampshire Furniture Masters’ 2013 Designbook
Each year the New Hampshire Furniture Masters publish a book which features some the latest furniture designs from the year, and the 2013 Designbook is now available for you to enjoy. The book is full of inspirational hand made studio furniture designed by the Furniture Masters, many of whom are local artists, and we wanted…
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