When you enter the chairmaking workshop of George and Dave Sawyer, it is like stepping back in time. Old chairs and bending forms hang from the ceiling. Hand-drawn pattern are filed away, some in a cabinet and others ... Read more
Guild member Paul Donio is a master of the standing desk. Here he discusses the ergonomic benefits (and more!) of this great form of desk he'd love to custom make just for you! As technology seeps deeper into our daily ... Read more
This past holiday season, Guild member John Lomas crafted a beautiful trestle table out of flame birch with a medium brown stain. The 10 and 1/2-foot long table comes complete with bread board ends and is ... Read more
If you look at Richard Bissell's body of work, you get the feeling that he appreciates a classic look, with natural, local woods handcrafted into something designed to look beautiful and lasting. It's an look that ... Read more
It's that time of year again! Holiday season is upon us, and if you've wanted furniture made to order, it can take months to prepare. Many our Guild members are happy to oblige, but did you know that high quality ... Read more
There are few pieces of furniture more American than the rocking chair. Commonly believed to have been invented by Benjamin Franklin (although possibly pre-dating his inventing years by a small margin), the rocker has a ... Read more
Getting a glimpse into the world of furniture-making not only helps one understand the process of how handcrafted furniture comes together, but also leaves one with a greater appreciation for the nuances that go ... Read more
The Windsor chair is one of classic elegance and delicate features that result in surprising strength. It is defined by the how the back and legs are secured to the seat. In a standard chair, the back forms continuous ... Read more
Vermont furniture maker Jason Breen brings together two seemingly opposing forces in his work: tradition and innovation. It's a combination that embodies the spirit of Vermont. "Vermont is (in)famous for its Yankee ... Read more
The many beautifully crafted desks produced by Guild members are amongst the most popular items we feature here. Each desk has its own origin and story and meets its user with its own personal history. This is no ... Read more
