That first year...those first 5 years were awesome.  Technology was not yet more important than the creative content. Just look at this t...

I had a chance to restore an antique bench that once sat in a barber shop. Do men still go to barber shops? It made me remember when my so...

They don't make it like they used to! Newer furniture looks good, but, boy, you really have to do some research before you can be sure...

This recent slipcover design was inspired by a photo found on the internet. My customer knew she wanted the back to close with ties, ...

How about some old school garage band punk for a Friday workday in the shop? I watched VH1 It Might Get Loud last night and looked up t...

It's that time of year to update outdoor cushions, change out the sofa pillows, and put on the spring slipcovers!  When sewing a...

Purple as a home decor color.....risky? Purple could come off as an Easter pastel. While working on this beautiful camelba...

Remember that old eastlake style chair I was going to start on? It's been painted (love it!!), but put that aside while we worked on 2...

Just a quick post to get started here. I'm starting to really enjoy painted wood. Especially like on these sweet dining chairs I reup...

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