Posts Tagged ‘Amish Furniture Styles’
Tuesday, June 15th, 2010
Not surprisingly, Amish furniture reflects influences from historically traditional styles. They all share the elements of simplicity and functionality. However, each style is distinct and can add a different feel to your home décor. The Shaker, Mission and Queen Ann are three basic styles that influence Amish furniture.
Shaker
Shakers are known for their neatness and [...]
Tags: Amish Furniture Styles, Arts and Crafts, arts and crafts movement, Craftsman, furniture design, Mission, Queen Anne, Shaker
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Tuesday, April 6th, 2010
In keeping with the green and simple trend for the coming decade, decorators are keeping the sturdy heirloom pieces and and adding a little flair. Call it “traditional with a twist”.
Not all of these heirloom pieces are actually older. Many are sturdy, real wood pieces of furniture that will hold up for the next several [...]
Tags: Amish Furniture Styles, Candles, Carleton Leg Tables, Cozy, Escalon Chair, Furniture, Glam, Interiors, Liberty Trestle Table, Lifestyle, Modern, Style, Tradition
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Thursday, April 1st, 2010
The “Buy America” movement was meant to market goods made by American companies to American consumers. The slogans are rolled out during economic downturns as a way to not only bolster the sales in American companies, but also to add extra job security for American workers. The Buy American campaign was used in the 1980s, [...]
Tags: America, Amish Furniture Styles, Buy American, Buy Local, decor, Interiors, Red Oak, Showrooms, Wardrobe
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Thursday, March 4th, 2010
You don’t have to lose the wood in order to go green. Surprising to some, Green furniture can be both eco-friendly and beautiful. You don’t need to sacrifice classic heirloom furniture for the sake of green living. Fine furniture is a name given to those classic furniture pieces that are built to withstand generations of [...]
Tags: Amish Furniture Styles, Amish Tables, Durability, eco-friendly, green, Interiors, Natural, pesticide free crops, recycling, transportation, Wood
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Wednesday, February 24th, 2010
Amish Tables distributes pieces handcrafted in the simple traditions of the Amish culture. The attention to detail you’ll find in Amish products, along with their heirloom quality is unmatched in the furniture business.
As you can see from our testimonials, customers love everything about Amish furniture, but many want to know more about the Amish traditions [...]
Tags: Amish Culture, Amish FAQ, Amish Furniture Styles, Amish Heritage, Amish Misinformation, Answers, Bedroom Furniture, Community, Questions
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Monday, January 25th, 2010
A new decade brings a fresh outlook for Amish Tables here in Ann Arbor, MI. It’s been a year since we opened our showroom on Ann Arbor’s west side…and what a year’s it’s been. We’ve persevered through the economic difficulties and are committed to serving our community better. With that goal in [...]
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Wednesday, August 19th, 2009
Can furniture be a wise investment? Even in a slow economy? According to the Kovels website data gatherers number three of the Top Twenty most sought after searches in July 2009 was indeed furniture. The Kovels are considered the leading expert in collectibles and antiques and not only publish the most sought after price guides [...]
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Posted in Adirondack, Bedrooms, Bookcases, Cedar Chests & Trunks, Chairs, Collectibles, Dining Room Furniture, Furniture Tips, Hickory Furniture, History of Furniture Making, Lodge, Log Cabin Homes, Organic, Patio & Outdoor Life, Rustic Furniture, Sofas, Upholstered Furniture | No Comments »
Tuesday, July 21st, 2009
The furniture term Depression era has come to mean a piece dating from the ‘20s, ‘30s or early 1940s. The stock market crash that occurred on that black Tuesday, October 29, 1929, soon became better known as the Great Depression. The Depression was a rapidly spreading worldwide economic downturn that was not easily recovered from [...]
Tags: amish craftsmen, Amish Furniture Styles, Black Tuesday, Collecting, Depression, economy, glue, solid wood, veneer, vintage furniture
Posted in Collectibles, Design Style, Dining Room Furniture, History of Furniture Making, Understanding Hardwood and Furniture Construction, Upholstered Furniture | No Comments »
Wednesday, May 27th, 2009
Sadly, the passing of Mike Tyson’s young daughter has brought to the forefront home safety issues. Home can be one of the most dangerous places for a small child or infant and it is of major concern to safety and health officials. By following a few simple steps you can help to eliminate commonly overlooked [...]
Tags: Amish Furniture Styles, Baby Furniture, Bookcases, gun cabinets, home accidents, home safety, Interior Decorating, Interior Design, Mike Tyson, Storage, Tables
Posted in Baby Cribs, Baby Furniture, Bathrooms, Bookcases, Cedar Chests & Trunks, Chairs, Clocks, Collectibles, DIY Projects, Fireplaces, Furniture Tips, Home Life, Home Office Design, Lamps & Lighting, News, Patio & Outdoor Life, Storage | No Comments »
Wednesday, April 29th, 2009
You have wisely invested in custom made and finished solid wood bookcases or shelves from Amish designers and craftsman – now what? You have items you love and that need homes, but how best to display them to not only showcase the collection but to not detract from your beautiful heirloom furniture.
First, realize what [...]
Tags: amish bookcase, Amish Bookcases, Amish Furniture Styles, custom furniture, decorate, heirloom furniture, shelf, Wood Bookcases
Posted in Accessories, Art & Photography, Bookcases, Clocks, Collectibles, DIY Projects, Decorating Ideas, Design Style, Fireplaces, Furniture Tips, Furniture Uses, Home Life, Home Office Design, Mirrors, Modern & Contemporary, Organization, Porcelain & China, Storage | No Comments »