Tag Archives: Furniture

blanket chests

Posted on June 11, 2013 by Matthew

I recently finished a run of six milk-painted chests. These measure 19″ x 40″ x 16″ (height). They are constructed of southern yellow pine, finished in four coats of General Finishes Milk-Paint, then hand-rubed with oil and wax and fitted … Continue reading →

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Harvey Ellis 9-Drawer Dresser

Posted on December 29, 2012 by Matthew

My adventure in large carcase construction began with the acquisition of what appeared to be some very nice 12/4 quartersawn white oak stock. In the past, I’ve had really horrible luck picking decent thick oak stock from my local hardwood … Continue reading →

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To build a chair…

Posted on October 30, 2012 by Matthew

I am taking a course on chair design from Pacific Northwest College of Arts (PNCA). This course differs from the more craft oriented courses I’ve tried in the past. It’s taught at an art school, by an art major. There … Continue reading →

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