Yearly Archives: 2011

Versatile Boxes for Your Custom Wedding Plans

Posted on December 31, 2011 by Pedro| 2 Comments
Golden Yellow Rose Bouquet by Gallivan's Art Furniture, available at CustomMade.com

New Year’s is a time to reflect on the past and look forward to the future.  So, have any weddings or anniversaries on the horizon?  Now is a good time to plan ahead and consider your custom wedding design options, … Continue reading →

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Steampunk Chic and Custom Designs

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Antique Laptop Desk by Orwa Designs at CustomMade.com

In a previous blog on custom jewelry that re-imagines tools and technology, we showcased some pieces that reflected the subcultural phenomenon of “steampunk”, which began as a science fiction genre that explored the idea of a world in which 19th … Continue reading →

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Classic, Space Saving Custom Entertainment Centers by Philip Snyder of PS Woodworking

Posted on December 29, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Custom Cherry Built-in Media Center by PS Woodworking at CustomMade.com

Do you have “a set of working plans” or “just an idea or vision” for a custom woodworking project?  Artisan Philip Snyder, owner and operator of PS Woodworking, can bring your project to life, even if you’re just starting with … Continue reading →

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Bling in the New Year

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Marcie| Leave a comment
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If there’s ever a time for a little bling, its New Year’s Eve. No matter what your celebration plans are, there’s always an opportunity for a little extra sparkle, a little more bling. To get you started in the field … Continue reading →

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Preserving the Architectural Past in the Internet Age

Posted on December 26, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Rustic Table with White Distressed Legs by Old House Parts Co. at CustomMade.com

The distressed look is a wonderful way for a new piece of custom furniture to gain the appearance and character of an old heirloom piece, but when the item is actually made from salvaged antique elements, the furniture doesn’t just … Continue reading →

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Custom Works from Unusual Repurposed Objects

Posted on December 24, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Wheat Back Chair by Legendary Heirloom at CustomMade.com

How are you spending Christmas Eve?  I started my morning by wheeling out a broken grill to the alley for bulk trash pick up day.  Later, I thought of that clinking, clanking, clattering collection of caliginous junk (for we did … Continue reading →

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Custom Gifts for Hanukkah

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Menorah by Incandescent Ironworks, Ltd., at CustomMade.com

Being in the middle of something is sometimes the best time to plan ahead.  Just like Christmastime can put you in the right frame of mind to think about holiday gifts and decorations not only for this year but next … Continue reading →

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“From the Forest to Your Home” – Custom Furniture by Rick Hensley of RockyTop WoodWorks

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Tabletop close-up, Rustic Arts and Crafts Dining Table by RockyTop WoodWorks at CustomMade.com

Do you have just the right amount of space for a custom furniture or built-in project but only a rough idea of what you want? A RockyTop WoodWorks customer found himself in this situation. Here is an excerpt from the … Continue reading →

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A Marketing & Business Model Checkup, Part 2: Your Business Model Clean-Up Checklist

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Marcie| Leave a comment
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This is the second part of a two part article written by CustomMade guest blogger Doug Turner of Turner Custom Furniture. Doug brings marketing tips to woodworkers through his own experience of running a successful, profitable custom furniture business in … Continue reading →

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For Christmas Yet To Come, Custom Decorations

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Christmas Tree Stand by Papa's Workshop at CustomMade.com

While your Christmas tree is still up and before you hit the after Christmas sales, take a moment to consider having Christmas ornaments custom made for next year’s holiday season and many more to come.  Need a little inspiration? Have … Continue reading →

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10 Totally Unique Custom Finds

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Marcie| Leave a comment
Alphonse Mucha Reproduction by Hartman Glass Art on CustomMade.com

The Merriman-Webster dictionary defines custom as: “an item made to an individual’s specification.” It really is that simple, although I’d like to add to that definition by saying, “an item made BY HAND to an individual’s specifications.”  Be it wood, … Continue reading →

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A Marketing & Business Model Checkup, Part 1: Your Marketing Clean-Up Checklist

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Marcie| Leave a comment
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The following article is written by CustomMade guest blogger Doug Turner of Turner Custom Furniture. Doug shares insightful and useful marketing tools for woodworkers looking to showcase themselves and their work in order to educate consumers about custom and increase … Continue reading →

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The Dolls of Japan Are Not Just Child’s Play

Posted on December 18, 2011 by Pedro| 4 Comments
The Japanese Folk Hero Kintaro (not the character from the Mortal Kombat video game series), a traditional Boy's Festival doll, from "The Dolls of Japan" Exhibition

What do you get for the man who has everything? How about a doll?  An inanimate doll.  Ok, let’s try again. You have a wide range of choices for the grown-up boy such as action figures, models, toy soldiers, and … Continue reading →

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Drivable Art by Rau Automotive Woodwork

Posted on December 17, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Voisin - New Wood for a Classic French Beauty by Rau Automotive Woodwork at CustomMade.com

This 3D computer model of a Bentley luxury concept car by graphic artist Andreas Fougner created a buzz last month among automobile enthusiasts for its merging of modern design with custom woodworking. Andreas writes: The inspiration for this concept comes … Continue reading →

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Let’s Talk Treen

Posted on December 16, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Turned and Hand-Carved Walnut Bowl by K. M. Davis Woodcarving at CustomMade.com

No, it’s not a child developmental stage that comes before tween, but its boundaries, too, can be a little nebulous. Treen is an archaic word used mostly, appropriately enough, in the world of antiques to describe objects made from a … Continue reading →

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“Gorgeous, Haunting, and Irresistible:” Custom Jewelry Design by Lauren Blais

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Bow Necklace by Lauren Blais Jewelry, available at CustomMade.com

Congratulations to CustomMade artisan Lauren Blais of Lauren Blais Jewelry, recently named one of “Boston’s Best in Fashion” for 2011 by The Improper Bostonian culture and entertainment guide.  Her custom made jewelry, inspired by Victorian era mourning rituals and cabinets … Continue reading →

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Leftovers Fit For Company

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Marcie| 2 Comments
"Leftovers" Side Table by Eternal Furniture & Design on CustomMade.com

What comes to mind when you think of leftovers? Something you pull out of the fridge and throw together when you don’t feel like preparing anything else. This can work when feeding your children, but certainly not what you’d serve … Continue reading →

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Meditation and Business

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
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Meditation is frequently considered an inwardly turned spiritual discipline.  How can it apply to a very people-centered business like design/build remodeling? John Happel, owner and operator of H&H Builders LLC, addresses this question in his article, “How to Use Meditation … Continue reading →

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Art to Lunch: Japanese Character Bento

Posted on December 11, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
A bento Totoro, a popular Anime character, in process, made from rice and sesame seeds. Image from the BBC video “Japan’s Amazing Lunchboxes.”

What’s the coolest thing you’ve ever found in your lunch box? Pudding? Fruit cup? Candy? How about Indiana Jones? Beyond the artistry of food preparation itself, we’ve all seen art made from the medium of food, from cookies and cakes … Continue reading →

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Faraway Places in Your Custom Cabinets

Posted on December 10, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Close-up, Tibetan Display Cabinet by Cabinetmaker Birdie Miller, available at CustomMade.com

Have an exotic inspiration for custom cabinets?  How about a custom china cabinet or sideboard influenced by designs from Tibet, Japan, or farther afield? Whether the spark comes from your travels, a book, or a film, you can find a … Continue reading →

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Custom Decks for Your Outdoor Living Experience

Posted on December 9, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Custom Deck by WoodyBoard at CustomMade.com

As you deck the halls this December, it’s not too early or too cold to start planning for custom outdoor products that will enhance your outdoor living experience in the spring and summer.  While you’re dreaming of a white Christmas, … Continue reading →

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Western Style Silver Custom Apparel and Jewelry by Laddan Ledbetter of Son of a Gun Silver

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Pendant and Earring Set by Son of a Gun Silver at CustomMade.com

Looking for a way to make a statement without making a fuss?  Belt buckles and other custom apparel items in a western cowboy style can combine a distinctive American look with practical clothing accessories.  Silversmith and professional bull rider Laddan … Continue reading →

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“Pearls Gone Wild”: A Modern Take on a Classic Gem

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Marcie| Leave a comment
18k Gold Pearl Ring with Ruby by Takayas Custom Jewelry on CustomMade.com

Ancient legend says that pearls were thought to be the tears of the gods, and the Greeks believed that wearing pearls would promote marital bliss and prevent newly married women from crying. Early Chinese myths told of pearls falling from the … Continue reading →

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Custom Humidors: Fine Gifts for the Custom Man

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Marcie| Leave a comment
Custom Cigar Humidor by Delorme Humidors on CustomMade.com

All too often, gift-giving is focused on women and children. Being a woman myself, I tend to like that bias. But, I realize it’s not fair. For this reason, I decided to dedicate this blog to men. Specifically, to the … Continue reading →

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Dale Carnegie in the Digital Age: “There is No Such Thing as a Neutral Exchange.”

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
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Social media has been a recurring topic on our blog.  We’ve recently focused on the ideas of Reggie Bradford and Joe Pine and their exhortations that businesses should go boldly into that new frontier: the virtual world of friends, comments, … Continue reading →

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Mass Customization and Custom Artisans

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Peter Day's World of Business

How disruptive is the following statement to your way of thinking about business? “Customers don’t want a choice; they want exactly what they want.” If your business model is based on a 20th century mass production paradigm, this observation about … Continue reading →

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Sunstones for Your Custom Jewelry

Posted on December 3, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Oregon Sunstone Ring by Kirk Root Designs, available at CustomMade.com

Don’t look at the title of this post.  It’s jewelry trivia time.  Name that stone. Formed in ancient lava flows, this gemstone is usually orange, red, or yellow in color and sparkles in the light because it contains millions of … Continue reading →

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Cleanse Your Color Palette, Find Your Higher Design Truth

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
The Shapson Tall Case Clock by ClearLake Furniture at CustomMade.com

Ready to settle tough color design calls with the flip of a coin? Writer and design consultant Sara Ruffin Costello has found that decorators are creating “pale rooms, sucked free of distracting reds, blues, and yellows” and embracing a palette … Continue reading →

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Custom Outdoor Benches by Hooper Hill Custom Metal Designs

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Pedro| 2 Comments
"Dudenhoeffer Countryside Garden" Personalized Steel Bench by Hooper Hill Custom Metal Designs at CustomMade.com

Does winter’s approach have you dreaming about spring? Warm yourself with thoughts of days outdoors and start planning some additions to your lawn and garden.  Custom outdoor benches can turn shady spots into inviting areas to rest, reflect, or converse … Continue reading →

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Uffs for Your Uggs: Custom Boot Toppers That Will Give You Happy Feet

Posted on November 29, 2011 by Marcie| Leave a comment
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It’s hard to make those bulky, clunky winter boots look cute. And happy feet are nice, but what about knock-out-drop-dead-where’d-ya-get-those-gorgeous feet?!? Boot toppers are everywhere. Wearing something over the top of your boot—be it a rain boot, cowboy boot, riding … Continue reading →

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The Lady of the House is Online: Reaching the Head-of-Household Through Social Media Marketing

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
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What demographic is responsible for $5 trillion in consumer spending? The heads-of-households.  Who are they and how can businesses best reach them through today’s social media landscape? Reggie Bradford, the founder and CEO of the social marketing software provider Virtue, … Continue reading →

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Half-Full Custom Glassware: The Other Half is You

Posted on November 27, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"Heart Monitor" Blue Shot Glass with Fused Red Glass Design by Scherer's Glassworks, available at CustomMade.com

Do you have a favorite glass?  A mug for your beer or a tumbler for your Diet Dr. Pepper?  Like cutlery for your beverages, glassware items are very personal and deserve some custom consideration, too.  When you’re entertaining and you … Continue reading →

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Insect and Spider Motifs for Custom Furniture

Posted on November 26, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"Bees and Hive" by HiiH Lights at CustomMade.com

And now, for a story about catching a different kind of bug, artisan Peter Loh of Peter Loh Studio Furniture explains the origin of his maple, rosewood, and zebrawood “Recluse” entry table: With smooth flowing curves, Recluse is an image … Continue reading →

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Catching the Building Bug: The Girls at Work Program

Posted on November 25, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
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What do young people need from their elders in order to join the burgeoning maker movement?  They need training to learn to use the right tools and encouragement that they can succeed. For many young girls, finding both is a … Continue reading →

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A CustomMade Custom Connection

Posted on November 25, 2011 by Marcie| Leave a comment
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Here at CustomMade we make connections for people all the time. For this article I wanted to feature one of our own, Michele Pearl, Chief Product Officer, and share her Custom Connection story. Not being able to control herself any … Continue reading →

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Into the Cosmos: Explore Space and Time with Custom Artwork by Jim Sloane of 3DWoodies

Posted on November 24, 2011 by Pedro| 6 Comments
"Collision of Andromeda and the Milky Way" by 3DWoodies, available at CustomMade.com

What comes to mind when you think of outer space exploration? Astronauts and probes launched into space by rockets? Astronomers with telescopes peering into the night?  If you had to free associate a material with these endeavors, most likely you’d … Continue reading →

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Custom Inspirations for Your Holiday Table, Part 3: Custom Dinnerware

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Dinner Plate by Brian Jones Ceramics at CustomMade.com

When you sit down for your Thanksgiving meal, take a look at the people gathered around you.  You’ll likely see quite a few unique personalities.  Whether bonds of family, friendship, or happenstance bring them all together, there is a beauty … Continue reading →

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Promote Your Business With Quick Response “QR” Codes

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Marcie| Leave a comment
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By Guest Blogger Doug Turner of Turner Custom Furniture If you start looking for them, you’ll find QR codes everywhere these days, and for good reason: they are a really easy way for tech savvy smart phone users to get … Continue reading →

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Custom Inspirations for Your Holiday Table, Part 2: Custom Dining Tables for Any Gathering

Posted on November 20, 2011 by Pedro| 3 Comments
Black Walnut Live Edge Canted Trestle Dining Table by Rockledge Farm Woodworks, available at CustomMade.com

If there is a time of the year that will put maximum stress on your kitchen and dining room furniture, it’s the rapidly approaching holiday season.  The challenges are diverse: planning parties for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, or New Year’s; entertaining … Continue reading →

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What is Modern Style?

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Pedro| 2 Comments
Cubist Cabinets and Modern Kitchen by Ron Corl Design, Ltd., at CustomMade.com

To take a shot at defining modernism and modern style, I’ll start by referring to an old joke and an old quote. The joke: “I love looking at fashion magazines.  I can see what I’ll be wearing in 20 years.” … Continue reading →

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CustomMade names Google Ventures and First Round Capital as Lead Investors

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
CustomMade Co-Founders Seth Rosen (L) and Mike Salguero (R)

In September, CustomMade co-founders Mike Salguero and Seth Rosen reported in a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that the company had raised $2 million of an expected $2.1 million in its first institutional funding round.  Only … Continue reading →

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Custom Inspirations for Your Holiday Table, Part 1: Thanksgiving Themed Custom Kitchen Accessories

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"Covered in Leaves" by It's Ric's Turn, available at CustomMade.com

Looking for a unique centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table?  How about custom kitchen accessories that can catch the spirit as well as the spills of the season?  Here are a few selections from our CustomMade galleries that would look great … Continue reading →

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Meet Your Maker: David Sipos of Minka Woodworks

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Megan| Leave a comment
David Sipos of Minka Woodworks

Meet David Sipos, owner of Minka Woodworks,  and known for his intricate furniture, interiors, and outdoor structures using the tried and true techniques of the Japanese. David has earned a reputation amongst design enthusiasts after many years spent mastering his … Continue reading →

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GORGEOUS Light Sculpture by Luminessence

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Marcie| Leave a comment
"Dragon Fire" by Luminessence on CustomMade.com

We have so many unique, creative makers on CustomMade using wood, metal and glass to form incredible, one-of-a-kind custom art. But artists who manipulate light in design can create an environment that can actually alter a mood or behavior and … Continue reading →

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CustomMade Supports Small Business Saturday

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Marcie| 2 Comments
Butterfly in Flight Steampunk Necklace, $98, by Mystic Pieces on CustomMade.com

It’s that time of year when people start thinking about shopping and trying to give just the right gift. But, let’s be honest, everyone knows the only way to truly find “the piece you’ll love to pieces” is to get away … Continue reading →

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Windswept Maple Tree: Movement in Metal by Metal Expressions, Ltd.

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Marcie| Leave a comment
Windswept Maple Tree by Ron Stinson of Metal Expressions, Ltd., on CustomMade.com

There is so much movement in this wall hanging I can almost feel the breeze blowing and hear the leaves rustling. Metal worker Ron Stinson of Metal Expressions, Ltd. specializes in both contemporary and abstract metal sculpture for homes and … Continue reading →

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The Maker Movement

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"The Basketbra?" Perhaps. Featured in the Dale Dougherty TED video, "We Are Makers."

Who can save the economy? Who can change the world? The maker movement. Who are the makers?  In the Forbes article “Moving the Economy: The Future of the Maker Movement,” blogger TJ McCue identifies them: “The people who create, build, … Continue reading →

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When Worlds Collide, Custom Home Remodeling Shines Through

Posted on November 13, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Palm Beach Kitchen Remodel by European Cabinets & Design LLC at CustomMade.com

What do this traditional style cherry jukebox by Lost Canyon Woodworks … and this Victorian town house in Prospect Park, Brooklyn, NY have in common? They both have a surprise on the inside. Features such as the solid cherry wood, … Continue reading →

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For Beauty and the Beast, Everything But the Ring: Custom Jewelry for Your Wedding Day

Posted on November 12, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Custom Swarovski Crystal Hairpins by MarEva Jewelry at CustomMade.com

Don’t panic.  You can still have the wedding rings of your dreams designed by one of our CustomMade jewelry artisans.  While the custom jewelry spotlight may fall on the rings on your special day, the big stage is still shared … Continue reading →

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Custom Projects that Honor Veterans

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Navy SEAL Pendants by Ingrassia & Sons Jewelers at CustomMade.com

Today is numerically interesting: 11/11/11.  Happens every hundred years.  However, 93 years ago, there was an 11/11/11 of monumental and historic significance.  The hostilities of World War I, “the war to end all wars,” ended on the 11th hour of … Continue reading →

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Transforming Light: Stained Glass and More by Pompei & Company Stained Glass

Posted on November 10, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Coonley Playhouse Inspired Front Entry by Pompei & Company Stained Glass at CustomMade.com

What can you accomplish with custom decorative glass?  When CustomMade glass artisans Joseph and Ivy Pompei of Pompei & Company Stained Glass combine “color and texture with the purposeful, artful, and magical potentials of light” in their stained glass designs, … Continue reading →

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Old is New: Custom Murphy Beds

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Pedro| 2 Comments
Baseball Loft with Murphy Bed by WWBeds Custom Furniture at CustomMade.com

Is your mental image of a Murphy bed straight from a Laurel and Hardy short? William L. Murphy’s invention dates from 1900 but is enjoying a modern day comeback, and it’s not because of its comedic potential.  In another example … Continue reading →

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Live Edge Inlaid Ambrosia Maple Dining Table

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Marcie| 2 Comments
Still waters run deep. Live Edge Ambrosia Maple Dining Trestle Table by Haymore Enterprises, Inc., on CustomMade.com

This hand-crafted table by Haymore Enterprises, Inc. is the prefect artistic representation of the phrase “still waters run deep”.  Quiet, understated, with a hint of the unexpected. The Live Edge Ambrosia Maple Dining Trestle Table is crafted by master woodworker … Continue reading →

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Rise Above the Noise: Differentiate, Add Value, Create Community

Posted on November 7, 2011 by Marcie| Leave a comment
Wine Cellar featuring Fine, Handcrafted Custom Cabinetry by Superior Woodcraft, Inc., at CustomMade.com

Guest contributor Patrick Kennedy of Superior Woodcraft, Inc. In today’s market it is more important than ever to inform potential clients about your company.  It’s no longer enough to take out print ads informing the market that your company creates great … Continue reading →

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Dream Custom Tubs for Bath Lovers

Posted on November 6, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Custom Designed Double Wooden Bathtub by Bath in Wood of Maine LLC at CustomMade.com

You already know why a custom tub can save you from deep trouble.  Once you and your CustomMade artisan have measured your existing space or planned for your future custom bathroom remodel, you can rest assured that your dream bathtub … Continue reading →

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Custom Lapidaries

Posted on November 5, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Nigerian Spessartite Garnet in a Classic Cushion Cut by Clear Cut Gems

Lapidaries are masters of the art of turning rough gemstones into dazzling multifaceted pieces or other forms.  Professional jewelry makers as well as the general jewelry buying public may turn to these artisans for precisely cut gems for use in … Continue reading →

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The Art of Displaying Art: Some Custom Approaches

Posted on November 4, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Art Catalog as Art Object, Iron and Stainless Steel Picture Frame by Brian Hughes Artist Blacksmith at CustomMade.com

If you’re collecting art for your home, you should be as mindful of displaying your pieces as you are about selecting them.  Nicholas H.J. Hall, international director of Old Master paintings and British Art at Christie’s, offers some advice for … Continue reading →

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Custom Gun Accessories: Leather Holsters, Belts, and Carrying Cases

Posted on November 3, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Gun Belt and Holster by Goetz Custom Leather at CustomMade.com

A little over a year ago, our gun enthusiast customers noted the absence of holsters in the CustomMade hunting gear gallery.  At the time, we provided a PDF list of custom holster makers through our blog.  Since then, we’ve added … Continue reading →

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Found objects take on new life with J. Lasley Designs

Posted on November 3, 2011 by Megan| Leave a comment
Inspired by Santa Fe's Zozobra, "Toro del Fuego" by J. Lashley Designs, available on CustomMade.com

Until very recently, James Lasley was focused on his career as a photographer and film artist. However, long days in front of the computer left him longing for any time he could get out and make something; physically make something … Continue reading →

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Forsythia Chair by DST Studio

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Marcie| Leave a comment
The Forsythia Chair designed by DST Studio on CustomMade.com

Well, peel me a grape. The beautiful custom made Forsythia Chair would have made Cleopatra envious!  I love the perceived movement in this unique piece. The ripple effect design forms an uninterrupted curve while structurally creating a natural, ergonomic arch (although … Continue reading →

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Steve Jobs and Lessons for Entrepreneurs (with Corollaries for Custom Artisans)

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Portrait of the Artisan as a Grizzly Bear. Hand-Carved Oak Newel Post Finials by Joel Shepard Furniture at CustomMade.com

The death of Steve Jobs, co-founder and former CEO of Apple and the force behind the “iRevolution” (bet you’re not far from an iPod, iPhone, or iPad), is a great loss for all of us.  However, Jobs was “more than … Continue reading →

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Futurepieces Past: Multipurpose and Moveable Custom Desks Inspired by Innovative Historic Designs

Posted on October 30, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Table-Desk, Opened, by BWTribble.com at CustomMade.com

Halloween Eve is the perfect time for talking about ghosts and fears.  If you search carefully, you’ll surely find a few ghosts in the CustomMade galleries.  If you read our blog, you might even find a post or two that … Continue reading →

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“The Cutting of a Sapphire” – A Gem Cutting Tutorial

Posted on October 29, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
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Exquisitely cut gemstones are so often centerpieces in custom jewelry design.  Have you ever wondered how artisan jewelers are able to work their magic so precisely on these challenging materials? Daniel Stair of Custom Gemstones has graciously allowed CustomMade to … Continue reading →

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A CustomMade Connection leads to the Making of an Heirloom

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Marcie| Leave a comment
The Jashni Table custom designed by Bill Neville Caseworks at CustomMade.com

Bill Neville is a craftsman on CustomMade and the man behind Caseworks in Chapel Hill, NC. He has been a woodworker for 30 years and is most certainly a master of his craft. Bill has a Fine Arts degree and … Continue reading →

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Creative Custom Displays by FAB PDX

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
A Pop-up/Fold-Out Flat Screen TV built into the Custom Tailgating Trailer by FAB PDX at CustomMade.com

Do you have an idea that is so specific, so unusual, that you despair of ever finding anything like it?  A mountain.  An accounting theme tabletop mini-golf course.  A tailgating trailer for an Oregon Ducks fan. Yes, the Oregon Ducks. … Continue reading →

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Evil Eyes: An Ancient Charm Meets Custom Jewelry Design by Julie Glassman Enamel Jewelry

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Blue Evil Eye Necklace by Julie Glassman Enamel Jewelry at CustomMade.com

The custom jewelry “miniature paintings” designed by artisan Julie Glassman are born on two canvases: the “human canvas” where they will be worn, and the canvas of raw materials – metal, stones, and powdered glass – where she first expresses … Continue reading →

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Stay on Target: Sophisticated Dartboard Cabinet designed by Mars Made

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Marcie| Leave a comment
Dartboard Cabinet designed by Mars Made on CustomMade.com

Did you know that one of the earliest dartboards was actually a slice of a tree trunk? Of course, this would make sense with its natural rings and radial cracks — perfect for keeping score. But today, dartboards require a … Continue reading →

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Unique Future? The Growing Popularity of Mass Customization

Posted on October 24, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Modern meets Retro. The i-Glyde Low Back Designer Glider by Ron Corl Design, Ltd., at CustomMade.com

“We all want to be unique – that’s what makes us all the same.” So writer Dave Masters begins his recent article for Humans Invent on the union of our “drive for individuality” with high-tech innovations.  In “Tailor made for … Continue reading →

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Custom Made Sculptures with Musical Themes

Posted on October 23, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Detail, Stainless Steel Violin and Sonata by Metal Expressions, Ltd., available at CustomMade.com

This stainless steel violin and sonata by Metal Expressions, Ltd., “wrapped in the first line of Beethoven’s Violin Sonata No. 2,” has reached a pause. In the following video, metal artist Ronald Stinson shares his background, demonstrates his techniques, and … Continue reading →

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Stop Wining! Custom Bottle Stoppers

Posted on October 22, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Gear Shift Bottle Stopper by Innovative Wood LLC, available at CustomMade.com

Equal parts performance, presentation, and drama (or comedy), uncorking a bottle of wine for the first time is a special occasion in itself, whether you’re about to make a toast at a large gathering or just having a quiet dinner … Continue reading →

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What is Casework?

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Cabinet by NePalo at CustomMade.com

If you’re doing your homework before you invest in custom furniture or custom made cabinetry, you may have encountered descriptions of sample pieces that specify who did the casework for the project, particularly if you’re looking at a home remodel … Continue reading →

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“I Know That My Quilts are Where They’re Supposed to Be.” Custom Memorials by Lori Mason Design

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Memorial Quilt, "Remembering Richard," by Lori Mason Design at CustomMade.com

October turning colder can certainly make you appreciate the warmth of a well-made quilt.  Passed down from generation to generation, quilts were both heirlooms and necessities in the past.  Today, some quilts are still treated as heirlooms though their warmth … Continue reading →

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Dramatic Custom Dandelion Necklace by Michelle Pajak-Reynolds

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Marcie| Leave a comment
Dandelion Necklace designed by Custom Jeweler Michelle Pajak-Reynolds on CustomMade.com

To me this necklace looks like it’s made from freshly fallen snow! The light color palette creates a soft and gentle presence in a piece that is neither soft nor gentle.  Jewelry designer Michelle Pajak-Reynolds caters to sassy, sophisticated women who … Continue reading →

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Multifaceted Benefits: Custom Jewelry Design and Customer Preferences

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"Slow and Steady" by Metal & Stone Jewelry at CustomMade.com

With the recession affecting both consumers and jewelry businesses, what are the advantages of a focus on customer preferences for custom jewelry artisans? Writer Jonathan Devin of The Commercial Appeal found a custom jeweler in Memphis, TN, who has kept … Continue reading →

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Special Requests: Custom Jewelry Boxes

Posted on October 16, 2011 by Pedro| 4 Comments
'40 Ford Woodie Treasure Box by Joel Shepard Furniture, CustomMade.com

You’ve no doubt seen children having more fun with a box than with the gift it contained.  Maybe you even remember how much fun that was.  If you’re a grown-up and you’re looking for a gift box that can rival … Continue reading →

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Small Girl in a Big Coat (or Why I Switched to Custom Clothes and You Should, Too)

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Initial Project by Spectacular Designs at CustomMade.com

Lisa Rosen, our guest blogger, retired from law firm life to take an in-house position at The Gold Standard Foundation, the premium certification standard for carbon offset projects.  She spends all of her free time on CustomMade’s website, dreaming of … Continue reading →

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Echoes in Wood: Custom Carving by Woodworking Studio

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Hand-Carved Crucifix from Shroud of Turin by Woodworking Studio at CustomMade.com

What inspires an artisan to create a custom carved sculpture that is not just lifelike but has a sense of vitality in itself?  CustomMade woodworker Mark Yundt of Woodworking Studio has a special appreciation of wood’s capacity for life and … Continue reading →

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“Made In America” on the Travel Channel Tonight. Made in America on CustomMade 24/7.

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Pedro| 3 Comments
Flag Cases by Beautiful Woodworks at CustomMade.com

Last week, a new TV series, “Made in America,” premiered on the Travel Channel.  This program showcases and celebrates goods that are still made in America in workshops, labs, and factories throughout the country.  Host George Motz travels across the … Continue reading →

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“Metal Quilt”: Stunning Large-Scale Wall Art by Linda Leviton

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Marcie| Leave a comment
Metal Quilt, "Pick Up Sticks," by Linda Leviton Sculpture at CustomMade.com

When you think of quilts you think cozy, soft, comfortable, something to wrap up in as you sip your hot toddy by the fire.  Well that’s not what sculptor Linda Leviton thinks about.  Linda makes custom made one-of-a-kind “metal quilts“ that have … Continue reading →

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Custom Jewelry Strategies for Adjusting to the High Price of Gold

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Babyface Charm and Pendant by J Bennett Ragan Custom Designs at CustomMade.com

All that glitters is not gold. Indeed.  Especially if gold jewelry acquired wholesale by merchants must then be retail priced so high for any hope of a return that customers are unwilling to purchase the pieces. In a recent Los … Continue reading →

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Custom Wedding Invitations and Keepsakes for Your Special Day

Posted on October 9, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Detail from a Custom Quilled Wildlife Wedding Invitation Keepsake by Quilling by Sandra White at CustomMade.com

Not quite ready to turn over all the communications for your big day to a wedding website?  Keeping the traditional practice of mailing invitations and announcements to your friends and family doesn’t necessarily make you a Luddite.  Not that there’s … Continue reading →

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Custom Design Services Can Put the Spark Back in Your Furniture

Posted on October 8, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Piano Bar Cabinet, Interior, by Michael Meyer Fine Woodworking at CustomMade.com

Personality.  For furniture, walking, talking, and smiling won’t work, but a one-of-a-kind piece of custom furniture designed to your specifications by a CustomMade artisan will have a story all its own.  There is another way furniture can acquire a sense … Continue reading →

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Space Saving Advantages of Custom Built-Ins

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Mountain Home Open Bookcase with Ladder by Calls Design Inc. at CustomMade.com

Are you trying to decide between freestanding or built-in custom furniture for your home?  A recent article in the Ottawa Citizen by Jennifer Cox, “Custom advantage: Use built-ins to maximize space and storage,” highlights some of the advantages of choosing … Continue reading →

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Simple, Stately, Dr. Seussly: Custom Tables and More by Pat Megowan Designer/Maker

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Wenge/Walnut Entry Table by Pat Megowan Designer/Maker at CustomMade.com

For artisan Pat Megowan of Pat Megowan Designer/Maker, custom tables are a passion: “Custom dining tables, coffee tables, end tables, hall tables, from simple to stately to Dr. Seussly, I like them all.” Take a close look at the following … Continue reading →

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How Atlas Signs and Plaques Takes the “Boring” Out of House Numbers

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Pedro| 2 Comments
Anything is Possible. Whale House Numbers by Atlas Signs and Plaques at CustomMade.com

Our guest blogger today is Jeff Herrmann, primary writer for Atlas Space and Place, the Atlas Signs and Plaques blog. The beauty of a custom made sign is easily taken for granted.  Many homeowners miss the opportunity to differentiate their house … Continue reading →

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Impala Head Fire Tools by Yardley Forge

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Leah| Leave a comment
Impala Head Fire Tools by Yardley Forge

Blacksmith Steve Winney of Yardley Forge in Portland, OR was inspired to created these impala (a type of antelope) head fire tools after spending some time in Mozambique. Says Steve of his decision to start blacksmithing: “I started blacksmithing just … Continue reading →

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Product Update – 10/3/11

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Mike| 34 Comments
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Hello Makers on CustomMade, Mike Salguero here, CEO of CustomMade, writing to let you know about our latest and upcoming product updates. Reminder of Features We Added Last Week You may recall from last week’s email from us that we’ve … Continue reading →

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Consider a Strategic Merge

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Leah| 3 Comments
wooden love seat

Can’t beat your competition? Why not join him or her? It doesn’t make sense for two struggling shops to compete with each other, and everyone else in town. Forming a limited partnership (two businesses working symbiotically) which clearly outlines responsibilities … Continue reading →

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Custom Jewelry Mix Tape: Gift Ideas for Music Lovers

Posted on October 2, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Celtic Mp3 Player by Hamsamwich Design at CustomMade.com

“Now, the making of a good compilation tape is a very subtle art. Many do’s and don’ts. First of all you’re using someone else’s poetry to express how you feel. This is a delicate thing.” Rob Gordon, High Fidelity Looking … Continue reading →

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Custom Made Project Daydream Contest – October 2011

Posted on October 2, 2011 by Leah| 87 Comments
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We have teamed up with the fabulous design blog Design-Milk.com to have a contest. Read more about it below and throw your hat in the ring if you’d like! CustomMade is the first online marketplace to connect shoppers looking for … Continue reading →

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Moving Walls: Custom Sliding Doors

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Telescoping Shoji Doors for the Devine Master Suite Entry by Michael Yates Design at CustomMade.com

A custom sliding door is a wonderful way to save space and add flair to any doorway in your home.  You can choose styles as diverse as Japanese shoji screens or rustic barn doors, varied materials, and even automation systems … Continue reading →

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Creative Collaboration: Custom Furniture and More for Restaurants and Nightspots

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Wine Tower for the Cue Restaurant and Bar by Art of Furniture at CustomMade.com

If you’re entering the restaurant business, you most likely have a very good idea of the cuisine you wish to offer and a pretty good idea of the ambience you want to establish.  However, unless you’re a polymath, you’re probably … Continue reading →

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Environmentally Friendly Inside and Outside: Custom Furniture by Stick and Stone Studio

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Detailed Carvings on the base of the Trestle Table by Stick and Stone Studio at CustomMade.com

Need a table for a neighborhood gathering? This beautiful carved trestle table by Tom Sippel of Stick and Stone Studio can seat ten guests around a 3” thick live edge English elm slab tabletop. That doesn’t include the neighbors carved into the base. … Continue reading →

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Vintage Pinball Machine Upcycled into a Sideboard

Posted on September 27, 2011 by Leah| Leave a comment
churchill downs pinball upcycled table

I can tell you from my “vast experience” watching a recent episode of American Pickers on the History Channel that beautiful old pinball machines aren’t worth quite the money you’d think they’d be worth. Especially because so many of them … Continue reading →

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Spreading the Custom Word: CEO Mike Salguero is Blogging on AOL Websites

Posted on September 27, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Stylelist.com

CustomMade CEO and Co-founder Mike Salguero is now a regular blogger on prominent AOL websites such as The Huffington Post and Stylelist.  He’ll be writing about entrepreneurship, economic trends, consumers, and, no doubt, the custom revolution.  His first piece on … Continue reading →

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Marketing Idea: New Twist on the Wooden Nickel

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Leah| Leave a comment
Wooden Nickels by Superior Woodcraft

My grandfather ends pretty much every visit I have with him with the lighthearted reminder “Don’t take any wooden nickels!” Patrick Kennedy of Superior Woodcraft has decided to get back to the roots of this 1930′s-era marketing technique and bring … Continue reading →

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Custom Furniture for Yoga

Posted on September 25, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
"Whale" Back Bender Bench by Wildwood Constructiom at CustomMade.com

The traditions and practices that constitute yoga, though they may differ in their approaches, all strive for “integrating mind, body, and spirit to achieve a state of enlightenment or oneness with the universe.”  In a broad sense, you can find … Continue reading →

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Fascinating. Custom Accessories with Science Fiction Motifs

Posted on September 24, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Vader Pendant by MW Jewelry Design at CustomMade.com

A satellite crashing back to Earth? Particles traveling faster than light? This can only mean one thing. The aliens are here. We’ve featured some amazing custom home décor items inspired by fantastic creatures and ancient myths on our blog.  Our … Continue reading →

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What is Mackintosh Style?

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Window Seat, Mackintosh Kitchen, by PCH Furniture & Design at CustomMade.com

When the Scottish architect, designer, and artist Charles Rennie Mackintosh (1868-1928) was commissioned to design and build Hill House, before “creating an elevation drawing or even a floor plan,” he spent a few days with the family of his client, … Continue reading →

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Handcrafted Golf Putter

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Leah| 1 Comment
wooden putter

While there are no strict rules about exactly what types of clubs the average golfer keeps in their arsenal, the “putter” is certainly one of those clubs almost no golfer goes without. While many modern putters these days are made of … Continue reading →

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Make a Splash with Custom Bathroom Sinks

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Handmade Sink and Tile Mirror by Suzanne Crane Fine Stoneware at CustomMade.com

Whether you’re remodeling your entire bathroom or just adding a new decorative touch to the ol’ water closet, keep this in mind: two pieces will receive the lion’s share of daily attention. So let’s focus on the sink. Your custom … Continue reading →

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9/22/11 Product Update – Job Board Enhancements

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Leah| Leave a comment
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Hello to our Customers and Makers, The Job Board has been live for almost five months and we have received a tremendous amount of feedback about it. Taking this into careful consideration, we have begun streamlining the entire process to … Continue reading →

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Glass-Top Macassar Ebony Cube Table

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Leah| Leave a comment
glass top cube table macassar ebony

David Kiernan is a furniture maker from Cranston, RI who makes stylized furniture that’s unlike anything you’ve seen before. Inspired by Art-Deco, Modern, Asian and the Arts and Crafts era, but all with a unique spin. Here’s my favorite piece … Continue reading →

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Howard Hatch’s Place in the World of Fine Billiard Tables

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Leah| Leave a comment
howard hatch at work

During his college years at The School for American Craftsmen at the Rochester Institute of Technology, Howard Hatch was a dedicated student of furniture design… and playing pool. Howard had been building fine furniture for years but was held back … Continue reading →

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Bath Towels? Go Beyond with Unique Custom Wedding Gifts

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Wedding Gift Necklace by Tossy Dawn Designs, LLC, at CustomMade.com

Having trouble expressing your best wishes to a lucky engaged couple through the magic of bath towels?  For the close friends and family of a bride and groom who need a little help going beyond the registry, our custom wedding … Continue reading →

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The IFDA predicts how home life in America will change between now and 2020

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Leah| Leave a comment
walnut kitchen and office

The popular home design blog ApartmentTherapy recently wrote an interesting article summing up how 2,000 members of the IFDA (International Furnishings and Design Association) predict that home life will change between now and 2020. Here are few highlights of the article that … Continue reading →

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Custom Made Cabinetry that Conceals and Reveals

Posted on September 18, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Pull-Out Trays with Custom Furniture Legs by Quality Custom Woodworks, Inc., at CustomMade.com

Storage space, workplace, and gathering spot all in one.  Kitchens rarely feel big enough for the multiple roles they play in our lives.  When you need more room, you turn to the cabinets.  If your cabinets are turning on you, … Continue reading →

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Vintage Furniture: Reclaimed Wine Wood for Your Custom Projects

Posted on September 17, 2011 by Pedro| 3 Comments
Wine Oak Modular Cubes by Cliff Spencer Furniture Maker, available at CustomMade.com

Would you like some wine with your dinner?  How about some wine with your dining table? This custom dining table by Larry Golden was made from fermenting wine casks from the Adelaida Vineyard. Wine connoisseurs, eco-conscious consumers, and anyone looking … Continue reading →

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Vermont, Hurricane Irene, and Buying Local

Posted on September 16, 2011 by Leah| Leave a comment
custom theater marquee

Written by Patrick Kennedy of Superior Woodcraft, Inc. Attention All Consumers Dear Consumer, Buying Local isn’t just business. It is personal. Your local businesses are owned by your family, friends and neighbors. Thesue are very same people that create your community. … Continue reading →

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Unique Hardware Designs for Your Custom Doors

Posted on September 16, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Fairy Doorknocker by Omega Artworks, available at CustomMade.com

Adding custom doors to your home?  Whether they’ll face the world outside or divide your interior space, don’t forget the amazing hardware options a CustomMade artisan can bring to your project.  Whether you’re looking for an antique reproduction or a … Continue reading →

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Nature in Your Home: Custom Ceramics by Tile Goddess

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Pedro| 2 Comments
Poison Dart Frog Tiles by Tile Goddess at CustomMade.com

Your kitchen backsplash, fireplace surround, and your bathroom tiles are highly visible focal points in the most popular rooms in your home.  These spaces are just waiting for a personal touch.  Custom ceramics can fit right into these spots, but … Continue reading →

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Bike Chain Themed Bookcase for Bicycle Enthusiasts

Posted on September 13, 2011 by Leah| Leave a comment
chain bookcase

Maker Jeffrey Sgroi of Jeffrey Sgroi Designs in Raleigh, NC makes this eye-catching “bike chain” themed bookcase. It’s about 6′ tall and can be made in two species of contrasting wood of your choosing. Jeffrey Sgroi’s work is always inventive … Continue reading →

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Coming Soon to a Workshop Near You: Custom Standing Desks 2, “The Rising”

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Sapele Cabinet with Drawer by Cyma Furniture Design at CustomMade.com

Are you sitting down? Good grief, stand up right now!  Haven’t you read Jim Carlton’s recent article, “Standing Desks are on the Rise,” in the Wall Street Journal Online?  Apparently, employees at Facebook, Google, and other Silicon Valley companies are … Continue reading →

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Touched by Lightning, Reclaimed Wood Continues to Grow

Posted on September 11, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Black Walnut Writing Desk by Ober Woodworking at CustomMade.com

“The wood wants to grow.  Always.” With this powerful statement by artisan Chris Beidel of Pernt, THIS Visits begins a video interview with the CustomMade artisan about his journey from architecture to furniture design.  In a recent blog post on … Continue reading →

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Translucent Wooden Shades for Custom Lamps

Posted on September 10, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Southern Yellow Pine Lamp by Michael W. Dreeben, Inc., available at CustomMade.com

What words do you associate with wood? Strength, durability, natural, beautiful.  Did you know wood can also be translucent?  CustomMade artisans can create shades for custom lamps using veneers, and some unusual properties of wood, that literally illuminate the figuring … Continue reading →

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Choosing Metals for Your Custom Jewelry

Posted on September 9, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Superman Cut Bypass Ring by Valentines Jewelry at CustomMade.com

When you place your idea for a custom jewelry design in the hands of a CustomMade artisan, “available designs” and “traditional uses” won’t restrict your metal choices.  You can have a gold wedding ring or a silver bracelet that will … Continue reading →

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Clean, modern, eco-friendly furniture and cabinetry by Hudson Cabinetry & Design

Posted on September 9, 2011 by Leah| Leave a comment
retro mid-century modern desk

Douglas Bialor started his own furniture and cabinetry business in 1999. His company was first “charmingly misnamed” the The Hat Factory and then renamed to Hudson Cabinetry & Design. They operate out of Peekskill, NY. “…we provide a complete, design focused … Continue reading →

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Artisans of the Valley at “The Blending of Art and Wine” Event, Sept. 10-11, 2011

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Custom Carving for a Theme Bar by Artisans of the Valley at CustomMade.com

Are you looking events that showcase the best art from your local community? If you’re in central New Jersey this weekend, Sept. 10-11, 2011, check out “The Blending of Art and Wine.” Four vineyards will host the works of area … Continue reading →

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Artistic Vibrancy and Sophistication from Myrtle Grove Furniture

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Leah| 1 Comment
Greene and Greene Inspired Arts and Crafts style sideboard in bubinga wood

Beauty… sophistication… craftsmanship… so many words come to mind when looking at the furniture made by Sean Schieber of Myrtle Grove Furniture in  New Market, MD. But perhaps the most important word that comes to mind is diversity. Just when you … Continue reading →

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Where Fashion Sits: Custom Furniture with Musical Style

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Fred Astaire Chair and Ottoman by Holzer Ames Furniture at CustomMade.com

Check out this cool piano headboard made from an actual upright piano by jvp customs.  Artisan Jessie Von Presley specializes in one-of-a-kind custom headboards, especially flamed headboards, made from any material you can imagine. One catch: “It is a one-off, … Continue reading →

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A Rocking Horse That’s Timelessly Modern

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Leah| Leave a comment
Cherry rocking horse based on an old German toy design. Find it on CustomMade.com.

There’s something undeniably clean, modern and striking about this rocking horse which is actually based on an antique German folk toy. The maker of this rocking horse is Michael Willard of Willard Woodwrights in Bridgeton, MO. “This horse is number … Continue reading →

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Join a Trade Association and Form Great Partnerships

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Leah| Leave a comment
arts and crafts custom kitchen quarter sawn white oak

Do you belong to your local trade association? Do you know what benefits you could see by doing so? “A trade association, also known as an industry trade group, business association or sector association, is an organization founded and funded … Continue reading →

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Time Alights: Custom Jewelry Boxes and Display Cases for Watches

Posted on September 4, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Luxury Watch Winder by JG Custom Design at CustomMade.com

Flip through your TV channels; pick up your smartphone; glance at the corner of your computer screen (which you can now find on your TV and your phone, too).  You’ll see the time on an electronic banner digitally ticking away.  … Continue reading →

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“Discover Your Skills” and Create Respect: Mike Rowe and the Discovery Channel’s New Initiative

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Mike Rowe for "Discover Your Skills"

What inspired Mike Rowe to create and host the popular “Dirty Jobs with Mike Rowe” series on the Discovery Channel? An exploding toilet, memories of his grandfather, and a 30-year transformation in society’s attitudes towards skilled work.  Mr. Rowe reflects … Continue reading →

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“Buy Local” is more than just a mantra

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Leah| 2 Comments
restaurant menu chalkboard sign

“Buy local!” We hear it so often and it seems like such a nice warm fuzzy idea that who could possibly disagree with it? But how often do we stop and think about exactly why buying local is a good … Continue reading →

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Robinson Custom Inlays: Piece by Piece

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Jaguar Mantel Ornament by Robinson Custom Inlays at CustomMade.com

If you’ve browsed our custom guitars gallery or searched for inlay work through CustomMade, you’ve probably noticed the stunning projects by Robinson Custom Inlays that combine the two art forms.  We’ve previously blogged about two of artisan Larry Robinson’s exquisitely … Continue reading →

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CustomMade CEO Mike Salguero: a 2011 Boston Business Journal “Rising Star”

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
CustomMade CEO Mike Salguero

Mass High Tech and the Boston Business Journal have announced their business leader award winners for 2011, and CustomMade is proud to find our CEO Mike Salguero named as one of the Boston Business Journal’s Rising Stars, 15 innovative leaders … Continue reading →

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Eric Saperstein’s work featured on Animal Planet’s TV Show Tanked

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Leah| Leave a comment
kids bed with built in fish tank

Animal Planet has a brand new show called Tanked which chronicles the wild world of custom and large-scale aquarium tank building. “Following the antics of two brothers-in-law as they run the largest aquarium manufacturing company in the nation, Tanked dunks viewers … Continue reading →

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Steel Dinner Tray Table

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Leah| Leave a comment
dinner tray table

Alex Fethiere’s work is just plain fun to look at. Case in point, this table which was upcycled from two steel dinner trays found at a flea market. Maybe it’s just a conversation piece? Maybe a practical dining solution for … Continue reading →

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Kinetic Custom Sculpture

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
StrataSphere Kinetic Windsculpture by Heitzman Studios at CustomMade.com

Custom made sculptures that incorporate motion can exert an almost irresistible attraction.  A mobile spinning in the wind calls out, Watch Me! A pendulum waiting to trace an arc calls out, Push Me! Check out this custom motorized marble machine … Continue reading →

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How can I sell more handmade furniture? by Doug Turner of Turner Custom Furniture

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Leah| 4 Comments
ampersand chair

This article is by Doug Turner of Turner Custom Furniture. I’ve been doing some “deep thinking” lately.  The question: “How can I sell more handmade furniture?” Let’s assume I suddenly have a much larger advertising budget. I run ads on … Continue reading →

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The Best of Everything: CustomMade in Cigar Aficionado

Posted on August 28, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Baroque-Style Custom Made Humidor by JR-Quality, LLC, at CustomMade.com

The “Made for You” section of Cigar Aficionado magazine showcases the best hand made and custom items from around the world, and CustomMade is proud to be featured in the upcoming October 2011 issue. Take a sneak peek at the … Continue reading →

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Birthstone Meanings and Custom Jewelry Design

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Family Tree Circle Pendant in Sterling Silver by Walker Studios at CustomMade.com

Including birthstones in a custom jewelry design is a thoughtful way to combine tradition and a personalized message in a gift for any occasion.  The American Gem Society website has a very informative guide to the history and lore of … Continue reading →

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Custom fine furniture built for you by Earl Nesbitt

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Arielle| 1 Comment
At the clients’ home during installation, Earl adjusting edge of entertainment center doors with hand-sander

Originally drawn toward sculpture, Earl Nesbitt decided early on that he wanted to design and build fine furniture because of the sculptural aspect of the work, the intricate joinery involved and his love of wood. He chose an intensive one-year … Continue reading →

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What would your custom dream house look like?

Posted on August 25, 2011 by Arielle| 1 Comment
Custom-designed and built Artisan House by Corlis Woodworks - look at the entire stunning interior on CustomMade.com

Rhiannon Agosti is CustomMade.com’s VP, Administration. Here’s what her custom dream house would look like. What about yours?! Owning a house, I obviously turn to home improvement when thinking about custom made and CustomMade.com. The best thing that could happen … Continue reading →

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Gadget Camp Tackles Some Popular Assumptions

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
girl woodworking

How will the custom makers of the next generation get their start? This is a question we’ve addressed numerous times on the CustomMade blog.  We’ve featured stories about mid-life career transformations, guilds and schools dedicated to teaching crafts, and government/business … Continue reading →

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This equine dentist builds wooden horses and furniture, too!

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Hand-painted carved Merry Glider Horse by Tom and Dawn Allen, available on CustomMade.com

Meet Dr. Tom Allen of Horses of Wood in Patterson, MO. Unlike other woodworkers on CustomMade.com, Tom’ s expertise in craftsmanship comes from, all of places,veterinary school. Yes – you read that correctly. Tom is our first and only equine … Continue reading →

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Seller Beware: Old Scams in New Places

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
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A prospective client is interested in placing a large order with you.  As you’re hammering out a quote, the client makes an unusual request.  Could you forward part of their payment to a shipping company via wire transfer?  An oversight … Continue reading →

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CustomMade Maker Shaun Killman competing on HGTV’s All American Handyman

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Leah| Leave a comment
Shaun Killman of Endless Designs

Have you seen HGTV’s All American Handyman show yet? Here’s the synopsis: 20 Americans from across the country have nailed the chance to be crowned the “handiest of them all” in the new HGTV series, All American Handyman… The goal … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Inside and Outside: Custom Windows and Doors for Unforgettable Entry Spaces

Posted on August 21, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Hamm Front Door by Peaslee Design at CustomMade.com

Your custom home doors not only greet the world but also welcome you home and urge you to hurry back whenever you cross these thresholds.  Custom windows, transoms, sidelights, and inserts, also feature prominently in the porches, foyers, and hallways … Continue reading →

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Take These Custom Bookcases for a Spin

Posted on August 19, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Bamboo Bookcases by Glendon Good Custom Fabricating at CustomMade.com

If you associate rotating bookshelves strictly with stores and waiting rooms, think again.  Sure-fire conversation pieces for your living room or study, custom bookcases designed to stand away from the walls can function as multi-faceted room dividers and provide plenty … Continue reading →

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Apprentice system in Germany. What could we learn from this?

Posted on August 19, 2011 by Leah| Leave a comment
Blacksmith apprentice at work

When it comes time for college in Germany, young people can go to school and study a purely academic array of coursework. Or they can get their hands dirty and enter into a government assisted apprenticeship to learn a particular … Continue reading →

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Love Handles? Try Custom Cutlery

Posted on August 18, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Hand-Forged Railroad Spike Knife by Thistletorr Model Soldiers at CustomMade.com

There are two sides to every piece of custom cutlery.  For example, both the blade and the handle of a knife combine function and art, but there’s a reason the former is the business end.  The handles of knives, forks, … Continue reading →

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A painting gives birth to a custom dining table

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Arielle| 1 Comment
DT-86 Dining Table from the ø series by Antoine Proulx, LLC on CustomMade.com

This week’s favorite custom find is the DT-86 Dining Table by Antoine Proulx, LLC: A painting inspires the idea for the custom table: Believe it or not, our  favorite custom find this week – a custom dining table with sweeping , … Continue reading →

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Making Room for the Unique in Custom Kitchen Remodeling

Posted on August 15, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
This Kitchen is White and Bright by Steepleview Cabinetry at CustomMade.com

Have you ever had clients whose dream custom kitchen remodel project included ornate wood moulding in a contemporary style home? Kingsley Adegboye’s recent article in Vanguard News highlights both the appeal of custom kitchen remodeling and the difficulties homeowners and … Continue reading →

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Plant Motifs and Metalwork for Your Custom Railing Projects

Posted on August 14, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Reed Plant Motif Fencing and Railing by Cabinets & Design Iron LLC at CustomMade.com

If you peruse our custom railing gallery, you’ll find that metal railings with botanical motifs are popular projects at CustomMade.  Plant life exquisitely rendered in metal can bring the outdoors inside and add a dynamic sense of growth to any … Continue reading →

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Think custom cabinetmakers make cabinets?

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines 'cabinetmaker'

What is a custom cabinetmaker, anyway? It may seem like an obvious question, but the answer has got a few more layers than you might expect… Nowadays, we think of a cabinet maker as the guy or the gal who … Continue reading →

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Inviting Textures for Custom Jewelry

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
The Euridice Collection by Pernilla Vancouver Goldsmith at CustomMade.com

A pool of water begs you to join it, even if it’s only by running your hand through it.  Sand feels like nothing else, solid yet fleeting in your grasp.  The bark of a tree is rough but still soothing … Continue reading →

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Meet Your Maker: Mary Anderson of BonTon Tile Artistry

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Mary Anderson, owner and founder of BonTon designs, is a artist on CustomMade.com

Meet Mary Anderson, owner and founder of BonTon designs. Her tile company, based in Golden Valley, MN, specializes in creating custom handmade tiles for residential and commercial spaces – no project is too big or too small. The company name … Continue reading →

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Artists at Work: Ergonomic Custom Furniture

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Art Bed by Alan Harp Design

“Suffering for art” is a very romantic ideal, but if your creative pursuits, whether as a hobbyist or professional, leave you tired or in physical pain, custom furniture with an ergonomic design can be part of a practical solution.  CustomMade … Continue reading →

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A handmade dulcimer for Jay by Bob’s Woodshop

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
This elegant student dulcimer was custom made for Jay by Bob's Woodshop through CustomMade.com

When you’re part of a community that connects makers with customers who want a special product, it can be pretty incredible to step back and marvel at the variety of unique and stunning objects that get created through CustomMade connections. … Continue reading →

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From modern to medieval – CustomMade’s Marketing Team weighs in

Posted on August 9, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
The CustomMade Marketing, Content, and Community Team loves interesting, expertly-crafted custom items

It’s a stunning, blue-skied, fluffy-clouded morning here in Boston. A fine day for cruising CustomMade.com to take the pulse on the latest custom products and creations being dreamed up and realized by expert Makers of all sorts. An original custom … Continue reading →

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Communicating with today’s clients

Posted on August 8, 2011 by Arielle| 3 Comments
Clients that find you on the web are part of today's generation of communicators: they utilize email, cell phones, and other technologies for speedy communication. Your availability through these modalities and your efficient and consistent response times will help you close sales.

This article was contributed by Doug Turner of Turner Custom Furniture. The way businesses communicate with clients has changed dramatically in the last twenty years. Remember the days before the Internet? It’s funny to look in old magazines, and see … Continue reading →

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Love To Know CustomMade? An Interview with CEO Mike Salguero

Posted on August 8, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Glass and Steel Birdbath by Melody Lane Studio at CustomMade.com

If you’re the type of consumer who wants to learn everything about a product or service before you buy, the CustomMade approach is right up your alley.  When you commission a custom piece, be it furniture, jewelry, or cabinetry, you’ll … Continue reading →

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What is Lost Wax Casting?

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Hand-Carved Wax Model for a Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Ring by Montanari Fine Art Jewelers at CustomMade.com

Since ancient times, artisans from around the world have made metal jewelry pieces, sculptures, and other objects with the lost wax casting technique.  Though the designs, styles, and, of course, finished products have varied enormously, all the pieces created in … Continue reading →

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Bubinga furniture

Posted on August 4, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Overlap - coffee table by David Rasmussen Design

Bubinga, or African Rosewood, is as an exotic hardwood that grows in Africa. Known for its lavish, rippling, almost iridescent  grain figure, bubinga wood is often used as a veneer or as an inlay and looks stunning when its live … Continue reading →

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Custom TV Stands: for your specific TV model and your decor

Posted on August 3, 2011 by Myla| 3 Comments
Black Lacquer and Cherry Greene and Greene influenced entertainment center in the Bungalow style by the Torode Co. available on CustomMade.com

A custom TV stand is a transformative addition to your home furniture collection. The price range of custom TV stands varies according to materials used and design and labor time, but it’s worth it to house your TV so perfectly … Continue reading →

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The wonders of walnut wood

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Seven - A Chest of Drawers by A. Drauglis Woodworker & Furnituremaker at CustomMade.com

The walnut tree produces a dark, rich lumber that is beautiful in furniture and flooring. With its naturally dark finish, walnut is also very hard. The grain in walnut is usually straight, tight and highly attractive. Walnut that is near … Continue reading →

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CustomMade CEO Mike Salguero live from AWFS on Woodcraft blog

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
CustomMade.com team members, including CEO Mike Salguero (right), at AWFS 2011 in Las Vegas

If you didn’t get a chance to say hi to us at AWFS 2011 in Vegas, you can now on Woodworking Adventures presented by Woodcraft. A big thanks  to Frank Byers for his awesome interview with CEO Mike Salguero explaining … Continue reading →

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Stability, confidence and trust-building boosts sales

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
trust, confidence, stability

This piece was contributed by Patrick Kennedy of Superior Woodcraft, Inc. If you’d like to contribute to the CustomMade blog, let us know! Over the past few years I have been thinking a lot about stability, confidence and trust.  These … Continue reading →

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Swan-Themed Furniture, Woodwork, Jewelry and More

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Leah| Leave a comment
Wooden swan jewelry box

The graceful, long-necked swan has a vastly different cultural significance from region to region. From Danish fable The Ugly Duckling to Greek mythology’s creation of the “swan song” notion, it’s clear that there’s a long-standing fascination with these creatures. Here … Continue reading →

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Custom Pink Tourmaline Jewelry

Posted on July 27, 2011 by Leah| Leave a comment
pink tourmaline ring rose gold

The unique and striking shape of this ring by William Travis Jewelry and the fun color of the stone caught my and got me wondering, what other jewelry does CustomMade have with this “pink tourmaline” gemstone in it? Here are a … Continue reading →

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Owl Stool Giveaway! Now through August 31, 2011

Posted on July 27, 2011 by Leah| 2 Comments
Owl Stool Giveaway

We have a new Discussions area on CustomMade where customers can ask us, makers, and each other whatever they’d like about buying custom goods. In order to kick off this new feature, we’re giving away a beautiful Owl Stool to … Continue reading →

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Jamison Sellers makes recycled furniture and teaches urban youth to do the same

Posted on July 26, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Jamison Sellers, Furniture Designer

Jamison Sellers is driven by process and a near obsessive attention to precision and detail: “I am a firm believer in environmental and social responsibility, and design and build my work accordingly. My material use is primarily salvaged and reclaimed–wooden … Continue reading →

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It’s all about value: explaining the cost of custom items

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Arielle| 11 Comments
It's all about balancing cost and value!

The first question on most people’s minds when talking about custom items is “what will it cost?” If you’re the one making the item, you know that thinking about the price tag BEFORE thinking about the value of the product misses … Continue reading →

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What is Live Edge Design?

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Pedro| 3 Comments
Amboyna Burl Knife Block by Where Wood Meets Steel at CustomMade.com

It’s easier to identify furniture made from live edge wood than to understand what live edge means.  When you look at custom live edge furniture, you probably can imagine if not see the profile of the tree that yielded the … Continue reading →

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CustomMade’s first day at the AWFS Fair 2011

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
CustomMade Booth at AWFS 2011

Phew, it is hot here in Vegas! A whopping 106 degrees Fahrenheit on our first day at the Las Vegas Convention Center, but there’s plenty of cool stuff to check out inside the exhibition hall already. The Association of Woodworking … Continue reading →

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Worlds Unfurled: Decorative Maps for Your Custom Tables

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Globe Table by Brushaber Wood Design at CustomMade.com

Maps can combine practical information, a bit of history, a sense of adventure, and colorful art. They can also make the transition to conversation pieces for your home.  Maps can serve as scholarly references and décor items in any room.  … Continue reading →

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Custom Retro Mid-century Modern Jukebox in action

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
ipod jukebox liquor cabinet

Watch Kevin Mack demo his Ipod Jukebox liquor cabinet on the Woodcraft blog at the New England Home Show! Ipod Jukebox liquor cabinet Kevin’s goal was to create mid-century modern piece in a new and inventive way. He sought to … Continue reading →

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Google Alerts will help you stay up-to-date

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Arielle| 2 Comments
Google Alerts will send any relevant content to your Gmail inbox

Have you ever seen another Maker in your field share an article via email or any one of a number of social media sites and thought to yourself “how in the world did he find that article?” How do you … Continue reading →

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Take Ergonomic Custom Home Accessories Comfortably in Hand

Posted on July 16, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Transparent Blown Glass Pitchers by Tsuga Studios, available at CustomMade.com

What does it mean for an object to be ergonomic?  Designer and engineer Chris Adams’ definition of ergonomics goes right to the point: the science of making the human interface with the things around us as comfortable and efficient as possible. … Continue reading →

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What do you do when materials are scarce?

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
The Eldrige Bros. Fly Shop in Cape Neddick, ME is seeing a startling new demand in fly fishing feathers as young fashionistas flock like birds of a feather to buy these for their hair - the latest trend. Photo by Craig Dilger for the New York Times.

Have you ever experienced a time when one of your key materials became nearly impossible to source? A recent New York Times article, “When Fashion Meets Fishing, the Feathers Fly,” chronicles how the explosion of a new trend for women … Continue reading →

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Custom Cabinets for Your Special Collections

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Manuscript Cabinet by Louis Fry Craftsman in Wood at CustomMade.com

CDs, LPs, player piano rolls. How do you store player piano rolls? You can give your one-of-a-kind collection the storage space, protection, and showcase it deserves with custom made cabinetry.  Take a look at these freestanding custom cabinets by CustomMade … Continue reading →

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Introduce Your Home: Custom Doors and Hardware for Your Garages, Gates, and Entryways

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Door Hardware by Bokenkamp's Forge at CustomMade.com

If you have a drive-up garage, your garage door probably functions as the face of your home.  If your house is set back from the street, a fence or gate may effectively be your greeting to visitors.  Custom doors by … Continue reading →

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New Modular Wine Cube by Taghkanic Woodworking

Posted on July 13, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Wine-Cube Modular Wine Storage System by Taghkanic Woodworking

CustomMade cabinetmaker Leland Thomasset runs Taghkanic Woodworking in Pawling, New York. Beyond its river views the scenic Hudson Valley is known for a few of the Northeast’s finest wineries, and Taghkanic Woodworking has come up with a custom product line … Continue reading →

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AOL Small Business: Advice on “Raising Funds” from CustomMade CFO and Co-Founder Seth Rosen

Posted on July 12, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
CustomMade.com Co-Founder Seth I. Rosen talks about raising funds for a start-up company on AOL Small Business

Looking for seed money for your start-up company?  CustomMade CFO and Co-Founder Seth Rosen knows something about that.  His advice on “Raising Funds” was the AOL Small Business July 11, 2011, “Tip of the Day.” Make sure you understand what … Continue reading →

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Joan German and Just Gini Jewellery – a match made in heaven

Posted on July 12, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
The Funky Gini Watch by Gini Foley is the latest edition to Joan's collection; she has fallen in love with these watches, they bring her a smile every time she puts one on. Customize your own Just Gini watch on CustomMade.com!

Sometimes a piece of art just speaks to you. It’s a rare and special connection when an artist is able to capture the spirit of the intended owner in her work, and that is indeed the case with artist Gini Foley … Continue reading →

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Selling your custom work: from start to finish

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Arielle| 1 Comment
Melanie Quinn, CustomMade.com Business Development representative

Author Melanie Quinn, Business Development and Inside Sales Associate at CustomMade, shares her experience on sealing the deal…when she’s not selling she’s playing sports, painting the town red, and writing poetry. New Leads: Be Persistent: Every lead is a possible sale. … Continue reading →

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Pet Projects: Custom Furniture for Your Animal Friends

Posted on July 10, 2011 by Pedro| 2 Comments
Pet Diner by Hammond Bay Furniture Studio at CustomMade.com

Your faithful animal companions have carved out a special place in your family’s home.  They claim their favorite chairs, man the best posts to watch for visitors, and know the best places to hide.  Maybe your animal companions are a … Continue reading →

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Revenge of the Hi-Fi: Putting Furniture Back in the Entertainment Center

Posted on July 8, 2011 by Pedro| 2 Comments
Lo-Fi Credenza by Mann Designs at CustomMade.com

Where do you rock out? Is your answer anywhere?  With your smart phone in hand, you can enter your own personal electro-sonic land whether you’re driving, walking, commuting, or working.  With your tunes in a cloud, you can call up … Continue reading →

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Getting started on your custom home office

Posted on July 8, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
CTO Ryan Detzel's home office space

Your home office space is like your lair. It’s your zone, your place in which to focus and get things done, yet it still provides the comfiness of  home.  Whether you work from home primarily or you use your home … Continue reading →

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Custom Rugs Can Really Tie a Room Together

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"Falling Leaves" Custom Tibetan Rug by Barbara Jacobs Color and Design at CustomMade.com

Custom rugs can showcase your flooring, complement a room’s colors and décor scheme, accent individual pieces of furniture, or quietly, sensually, trace distinct places in an open room.  You can literally feel your room as you experience tactile sensations while … Continue reading →

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Musical Chairs: Custom Furniture for Musicians

Posted on July 6, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Color Wheel Bench by Walter Turpening at CustomMade.com

It’s time for custom music instruments to share the spotlight with their silent partners: musicians’ chairs.  Whether performing, recording, or composing, any professional or amateur musician can benefit from a handmade custom chair uniquely designed for his or her comfort … Continue reading →

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What it means to create products “Made in America”

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Arielle| 4 Comments
ABC News Made In America

Back in April,  Patrick Kennedy of Superior Woodcraft had the opportunity to hear President Obama speak about how America needs to be manufacturing more products to sell to the rest of the world. President Obama visited Gamesa to highlight his … Continue reading →

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Inner Space: Microscopic Inspiration for Custom Home Décor

Posted on July 3, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"Pollen" by Chaos Glassworks at CustomMade.com

Does the idea of complexity reduced to fundamental forms appeal to you intellectually?  How about stylistically?  The shapes and structures of objects too small to be seen with the naked eye can suggest some fascinating design ideas for your custom … Continue reading →

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Custom Stained Glass Transoms

Posted on July 2, 2011 by Pedro| 2 Comments
Building Entrance by Glass Restoration Stained Glass Studios at CustomMade.com

Light is an ever-returning visitor in your home.  If you greet your radiant guest with custom stained glass, it will leave behind unique and ever-changing “calling cards of light” to call your own. So why not leave a little space … Continue reading →

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Open Concepts for Custom Jewelry Boxes

Posted on June 30, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Exotic Kingwood Ring-Coin Dish by NELSONWOOD, available at CustomMade.com

Custom jewelry boxes don’t have to be boxes. Do you need a way to show off pieces from your jewelry collection when you’re not wearing them? Are you looking for a convenient way to quickly store your rings while you … Continue reading →

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Getting to know designer and vintage furniture reinventor Jane Hall

Posted on June 30, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Meet Jane Hall; she's an institution in the design world, focusing on color and to evoke a feeling in a space

“Interiors have personalities,” Jane Hall states firmly on her website. A quick perusal through her portfolio shows that this belief runs deeper than face value for the Toronto based furniture designer. Colors, fabrics, tones, and textures abound in each piece, turning what … Continue reading →

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How to take professional product photos

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
This bubinga desk by Schmitt Custom Woodworking emphasizes depth of field through lens focus and through the spatial recession of the diagonal desk edge.

Whether in print publications or somewhere online, the quality of your photographs affects a viewer’s impression of your work. Ideally we could all have a professional photograph our work, but sometimes that just isn’t a possibility. So, here are some … Continue reading →

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Cradle and All: Custom Cribs and Bassinets for Now and The Future

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Beautifully Handcrafted Lapstreak Baby Cradle by Dragonfly Wood Wrights at CustomMade.com

Sooner or later infants will try to eat their cribs. That’s why artisan Peter Scalera of Peter Lawrence Woodworkers finished this beautiful American walnut cradle, custom made for his grandson, Jack, with baby-safe hand rubbed mineral oil. The care and … Continue reading →

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4th of July Finds for Every Budget

Posted on June 28, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
...and a custom red white and blue Tumbler to match!

What’s your favorite July 4th tradition? There’s the annual family barbeque with ice cold watermelon and steamy corn on the cob and the usual antics.  Or a trip to the beach with old friends, a chance to just let loose … Continue reading →

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Custom Laptop Desks

Posted on June 26, 2011 by Pedro| 2 Comments
Sliding Laptop Desk by Lyndon Furniture at CustomMade.com

Laptop computers and other devices like iPads can give you powerful, large screen technology that’s compact enough to carry anywhere and smart enough to get you online anywhere.  However, don’t let that versatility obscure the benefits that a little custom … Continue reading →

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Little Words of Love: Custom Jewelry Personalized with the Names of Your Family

Posted on June 25, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Sterling and Copper Matte Ring - The Mom Pride Collection™ - by Jewelry by Stephanie at CustomMade.com

Custom made jewelry inscribed with the names of your true treasures, your children and other family members, is a wonderful way to show your pride and devotion to those you love.  If you’d like to mark a special occasion, celebrate … Continue reading →

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Compelling Reason: Kandas Nesbitt-Rodarte of Shaka Studios American Furniture on the Value of Custom Furniture

Posted on June 24, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
California King Sage on Java Primitive Painted Maple Tall Cannonball Bed by Shaka Studios American Furniture at CustomMade.com

Ever hear an advertisement that was too good to be true? Many consumers who are weighing whether or not to invest in custom furniture face a bottom-line issue: the apparent high price when compared to what is available at retail … Continue reading →

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Extraordinary Custom Coffee Tables from Ordinary Forms

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Table Cart by David Tunkel Custom Furniture at CustomMade.com

Where will you find inspiration for your next custom furniture project? Exotic or traditional designs can be appropriated for new purposes.  Some inventive pieces have been necessitated by unique and unusual spaces.  The beauty and history of reclaimed wood and … Continue reading →

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Out of Bounds: Novel Locations and Designs for Custom Mosaics

Posted on June 22, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Tile Mosaic Outdoor Sculptures by Dolphins by Cindy at CustomMade.com

You can create beautiful kitchen backsplashes and bath surrounds with custom mosaic tiles, but your imagination doesn’t have to stop there.  Take a look at some works by CustomMade artisans that bring ceramic tile to new spaces and surfaces inside and … Continue reading →

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CustomMade’s adventure-hungry Biz Dev. Team presents their custom favorites

Posted on June 21, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
CustomMade.com Business Development Team (from left): Brian Tozco, Loic Lamb, Steve Bears, Eric Tozco, Melanie Quinn

Last week the Development Team shared their favorite custom finds of the season. From gourd lamps to bejeweled swords, these computer guys highlighted quite a range of funky, functional custom stuff. This week we’re taking it across the hall to … Continue reading →

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Designer Kara Angotti and Patrick Kennedy integrate social media into daily life

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Kara Angotti of KO Angotti Designs in Philadelphia and CustomMade.com maker Patrick Kennedy of Superior Woodcraft Inc. met to talk business...and the meeting also provided a seamless opportunity to create some social media to promote their respective companies. Here's how...

Kara Angotti of KO Angotti, a woman-owned interior design and energy audit firm, recently visited Superior Woodcraft in Bucks County, PA. “Now it’s not every day that I have an interior designer/energy auditor/blogger come for a visit; so this had … Continue reading →

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Custom Interior Doors

Posted on June 19, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Barn Door by Riverwoods Mills at CustomMade.com

Think of all the spaces that doors cover inside your home: rooms, pantries, closets, utility areas, etc.  They occupy too much real estate on your walls to overlook them or just treat them as purely functional pieces.  Custom interior doors … Continue reading →

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Custom Made Toys: A Guide for Grown-Ups

Posted on June 18, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Ceramic Toy Banana with Four Green Wheels by Copper Studios, available at CustomMade.com

What’s yellow and goes Slam, Slam, Slam, Slam? A four-door banana. If you’re considering custom made toys or custom games for children, you could find yourself facing some reservations you might not have when choosing, say, custom furniture for your … Continue reading →

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Custom Music Boxes

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Pedro| 2 Comments
Musical Jewelry Box by EFC at CustomMade.com

Long before radio and any recording technology, the music box was the only portable playback device and the only way to listen to a song without performers present.  Despite the plethora of options available today for enjoying music anytime and … Continue reading →

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Nothing Like the Sun: Moon Motifs for Custom Furniture

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Moon Rise Headboard by Scandia Custom Furniture at CustomMade.com

As a symbol, the moon is rich in associations with mystery and poetry.  Visually, whether seen plain and high in the night sky or through a veil of clouds or the branches of trees, the moon’s face and phases are … Continue reading →

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The Functional and the Ferocious: CustomMade Development Team Favorites

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
The Stalwart CustomMade Development Team has a wide range of tastes when it comes to custom

CustomMade.com is a stage for expert creators to showcase their skills; behind the scenes keeping the show running stands a colorful staff with a totally eclectic range of personalities and styles. In a recent burst of summertime whimsy, I thought … Continue reading →

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Your Personal Brand on Facebook

Posted on June 13, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Nowadays all businesses, large and small, are using Facebook to promote their brands. CustomMade offers tips on how to use Facebook efficiently.

This idea first appeared in an article on Mashable.com by Ekaterina Walter: 10 Tips for Posting on Your Brand’s Facebook Page. For the full original article please click here. By now, the word “Facebook” has become such a household name … Continue reading →

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All Signs Point to Custom: Our New Office Sign by Jeffrey Sgroi Designs

Posted on June 13, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Our New Office Sign by Jeffrey Sgroi Designs at CustomMade.com

Every business needs to present its best face to the world.  It should come as no surprise that when the CustomMade offices needed an upgrade, we went the custom route.  Take a look at our new office sign by CustomMade … Continue reading →

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Neo-Traditionalist New Artisans: CustomMade Makers and Craftsmen Communities Featured on EcoSalon.com

Posted on June 11, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Jersey Chair by Infusion Furniture, available at CustomMade.com

At CustomMade, we love the stories behind the pieces.  Have you ever wondered about the stories behind the artisans?  What did they do before they became artisans, and why did they choose their paths? More people are leaving behind their … Continue reading →

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What is a Dovetail Joint?

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Shaker Chest of Drawers by Watershed Fine Furniture at CustomMade.com

If you open a well-built handmade desk or dresser, you may find a distinctive tail-and-pin design in the corners of their drawers.  That design is more than cosmetic; it’s the source of the strength and longevity of the venerable dovetail … Continue reading →

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Custom Cookware: From Your Kitchen To Your Table

Posted on June 9, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Square Flameware Bakers by Cook on Clay at CustomMade.com

When you minimize the equipment and cleanup involved in your meal preparation, you can better focus on the important matters of cooking and entertaining.  CustomMade ceramic artisans can design custom cookware, made to go from the oven to the table, that … Continue reading →

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From yarn to loom to handwoven rug: CustomMade.com gets a custom office rug

Posted on June 9, 2011 by Arielle| 4 Comments
CustomMade.com logo rug halfway woven and still on the loom! Created by the skilled weavers at Ramri Rugs

Introducing Will Hargrove: one of CustomMade’s newest Makers, Will founded Ramri Rugs a decade ago to create unique and inspiring handmade rugs which he calls “art under foot”. The company is based in Bend, Oregon and the team of hand … Continue reading →

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The Tortoise and Hare Revisited: Custom Accessories for Your High Tech Life

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
A Wooden USB "Turtle" by Wire Inlay Studio at CustomMade.com

The intersection of the high tech and the custom made is about to get very busy. Lighter, smarter, faster computers, phones, and media devices offer a vast array of custom options for using these high tech wonders, from downloading your … Continue reading →

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Take It With You: Custom Boxes to Go

Posted on June 7, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Wright Flyer by Gerstner & Sons at CustomMade.com

Are you looking for something to help you stay organized when you leave your home or perhaps a gift idea for Father’s Day?  Whether you’re hauling the tools of your trade to a job or just wish your pockets had … Continue reading →

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Setting the Tone for Your Workplace with Custom Home Office Furniture

Posted on June 5, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Home Office in a Mahogany Trophy Room by TYME Furniture Studio at CustomMade.com

Ideally, home offices should vary tremendously from person to person.  Your custom home office furniture should be uniquely suited to your needs and space requirements.  Custom cabinets should be designed to hold your documents or other materials efficiently and conveniently.  … Continue reading →

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Motifs from the Myths for Your Custom Fine Art

Posted on June 4, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"Neptune" by Stonesculpt at CustomMade.com

A certain Norse god diffracted through comics is currently doing very well at the box office.  What’s your favorite mythological character or story? Ancient tales of gods and goddesses, heroes and monsters, and epic adventures have captivated people and inspired … Continue reading →

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George W. Bush buys custom made furniture, so can you!

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Custom Dara Chair made for George W. Bush's skybox at the Texas Rangers' stadium, available on CustomMade.com

It’s not every day that a former President of the United States of America needs some custom chairs; but CustomMade.com maker Paul Darafeev of Darafeev Resort Furniture in Chino, CA and his custom Dara Chairs fit the bill perfectly. A … Continue reading →

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Custom Glass Countertops

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Custom Cast Glass Countertops by Ideas & Solutions at CustomMade.com

At home or your place of business, your countertops have practical and social dimensions.  You prepare and show off your meals on home kitchen countertops and bars.  You display your wares and greet your customers at retail counters. Since you’re … Continue reading →

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Curious About curio cabinets? Check out Bill Rafferty’s custom cases

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Franklin Showcase: Golden Oak, available on CustomMade.com

Growing up in New York, we called them “tchotchkes” – the little knickknacks and doodads we’d collect, our treasures. My sisters and I displayed them on this dainty wicker contraption our grandfather gave us, and boy were we proud of our … Continue reading →

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Flexible Strategies: Adjustable Custom Furniture

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"Conundrum" Living Room Set by Randy Weersing Furniture Designs at CustomMade.com

Have you ever wished you had an attractive coffee table big enough for all your guests to gather around in your living room?  If only you could get it out of the way easily when the party is over.  Do … Continue reading →

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Birdie Miller’s EuroButt: the perfect hinge solution for cabinetmakers

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Step 1: Get 2 EuroButt hinges for each cabinet door. Available through Birdie Miller on CustomMade.com

The EuroButt II is a new take on the traditional butt hinge which preserves the classic, decorative look of the traditional hardware without the assembly hassle or the labor time of the butt hinge. It was invented by Stockton, NJ-based … Continue reading →

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Milton Eidahl’s Marvelous Toy Ferris Wheel

Posted on May 31, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Milton Eidhal's showstopping ferris wheel - available on CustomMade.com

Every Saturday morning, without fail, Milton Eidahl and his wife can be found at the Moses Lake Farmers Market with their custom wooden toys, and every Saturday, without fail, people stop and pause when they see Milton’s Ferris Wheel. The legendary 17th … Continue reading →

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Adding Reclaimed Materials to Your Custom Made Jewelry Projects

Posted on May 31, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Mondrian Limited Edition LEGO Bracelet by emiko-o reware, available at CustomMade.com

Custom projects made with reclaimed resources not only will be environmentally friendly but also can benefit from the rich backstories and unique visual characteristics of repurposed materials.  If you’re considering investing in custom made jewelry, here are four approaches to … Continue reading →

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What is Millwork?

Posted on May 27, 2011 by Pedro| 2 Comments
Key Arched Pediment Entryway Reproduction by Gene Lyman - Cabinetmaker - Country Cupboards at CustomMade.com

What is custom made millwork?  Woodworker Gene Lyman’s description of a key arched pediment entryway reproduction created by Gene Lyman – Cabinetmaker – Country Cupboards is a good place to start looking for an answer: “This is an exact reproduction … Continue reading →

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Peter Turner Makes Custom Blanket Chests and Publishes a Book!

Posted on May 27, 2011 by Arielle| 2 Comments
CustomMade.com maker Peter Turner just co-wrote this book with Scott Gibson, published by the Taunton Press

Our guest contributor is CustomMade artisan and author Peter Turner of Peter S. Turner Furnituremaker. Blanket Chests, the book that Scott Gibson and I wrote for The Taunton Press, has been out now for a couple months. The initial chapter … Continue reading →

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A Matter of Perspective: Cities and Neighborhoods in Custom Artwork

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"Lower Manhattan" by 3DWoodies at CustomMade.com

In a manner of speaking, a skyline is the face of a city, and commissioned sculptures and paintings of cityscapes as familiar silhouettes of buildings and landmarks are like formal portraits.  Faces reveal a great deal, but cities, like people, … Continue reading →

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Custom pool table job is a hole in one

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Howard Hatch Scores a $25k Job through CustomMade.com

Howard Hatch’s CustomMade Success: $25,000 pool table and furniture set “Thank you CustomMade.com. I recently got a commission to make a custom pool table and 2 cocktail tables through the Custommade.com connection. This project totals more than $25,000 in work … Continue reading →

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Outside the Box: Custom Boxes That Find New Uses for Traditional Designs

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Hakozen (Stacked Box) by Saiki Woodwork at CustomMade.com

Can you recall the last time you saw a typographer’s tray? As technology advances, the forms of many everyday objects are transformed radically.  Those objects that cannot change quietly disappear.  Some may reappear in museum collections, while many will be … Continue reading →

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Bring New Life to Reclaimed Wood with Custom Frames

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Driftwood Picture Frames by Adrianne's Vintage Photos, LLC, available at CustomMade.com

The works of art and personal photographs you’ve decided to protect and display prominently in your home must have some special significance for you.  Why not house your prized items in custom frames made from materials with special significance as … Continue reading →

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Mike Salguero on BostInnovation: CustomMade and the Custom E-Commerce Movement

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Pedro| 2 Comments
Twisted Bracelet by Kaminer Haislip at CustomMade.com

It’s only Monday, but it’s already been a great week for spreading the CustomMade word.  Hot on the heels of Sunday’s NorthJersey.com feature on CustomMade, CEO and co-founder Mike Salguero has written the first article in BostInnovation’s featured series for … Continue reading →

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Ask an expert – wood products and tips – Part II

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Chuck D. Ray, Associate Professor of Wood Operations Research at Penn State, talks with CustomMade.com Maker Pat Kennedy, VP of Superior Woodcraft, Inc.

“I actually think that our greatest challenge is the rising cost of doing business, in the form of regulation, taxes, and illogical market subsidies for competing products. Unfortunately, turning this around requires the wood industry professional to get involved in local, state, and perhaps even federal politics and most of us are in the wood business because we hate that stuff.” Continue reading →

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The CustomMade Experience Featured on NorthJersey.com

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Bentley GT Speed Steering Wheels by Rau Automotive Woodwork at CustomMade.com

Do you realize just how many different things can get the custom treatment, like a “lobster tickler,” a stool made from a sawed-up telephone pole, or a feng shui inspired entry door that holds a mezuzah?  At CustomMade, we love … Continue reading →

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Goin’ Out West – Western Chic for Your Custom Apparel and Accessories

Posted on May 20, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
High Heel Spurs by 2 Roses at CustomMade.com

The rugged and uncomplicated look of western wear can be very appealing.  Making a stylish impact with little fuss and no sacrifice of functionality is like a breath of freedom.  Western style clothing and accessories also have powerful associations with … Continue reading →

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Strike Up The Band – Custom Musical Instruments

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Zebrawood Piccolo Snare Drum by Uberdrum Percussion, available at CustomMade.com

Are you looking for drums with just the right tone and resonance?  How about a Native American-style flute? Take a look at the wide range of instruments that CustomMade artisans can tailor to your needs and style.  Investing in custom … Continue reading →

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Jewelryscapes: Adding Imagery and Scenery to Your Custom Made Jewelry

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"Man and Nature" Necklace by Jody Lyle Jewelry at CustomMade.com

Is there a scene you’d like to have depicted in a custom jewelry design? Cameos and lockets can keep portraits and photographs of loved ones close to you.  However, if you have an idea for a big picture, don’t be … Continue reading →

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Custom Water Fountains

Posted on May 17, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
The Anahata Fountain by Eric David Laxman at CustomMade.com

Creating an environment that unites the sensations of tranquility and energy can be challenging, but it will pay dividends emotionally and mentally both at home and in the workplace.  An elegant custom made water fountain can help create a calming … Continue reading →

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Personalizable Hawaiian Koa e-Book Reader Case

Posted on May 17, 2011 by Arielle| 3 Comments
NookBook by Carolina Wood Designs on CustomMade.com

I’m not gonna lie – a few months ago, when e-book readers of all sorts were at the top of everyone’s holiday shopping list, I was getting all persnickety about the dying art of the book: what will become of … Continue reading →

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Eye-catching Custom Glass Serving Plates

Posted on May 16, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Bowls and Plates by TurtleCreek Art Glass, available at CustomMade.com

Custom glassworks can add dynamic beauty to your home in many ways.  Stained glass windows can transform a room by draping light in colors that will elegantly move throughout the day.  A custom decorative glass work of art can forever … Continue reading →

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Wood Research Expert Discusses Sourcing and Costs

Posted on May 16, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Patrick Kennedy of Superior Woodcraft, CustomMade.com Maker

Chuck D. Ray, Associate Professor, Wood Operations Research, The Pennsylvania State University and Contributor to Wood Pro and Go Wood, visits different wood production companies and different types of wood operations all of the time – he talks about wood sourcing, and the issues small businessmen face as raw materials costs rise, and lends some useful tips… Continue reading →

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Custom Boxes That Will Make You Feel Like a Box of Birds

Posted on May 14, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"The Crow's Cabinet," detail, by The Black Toad Forge, available at CustomMade.com

How are you feeling? Box of birds, mate. If you’re looking for a clever way to add a little personality to a custom gift box or a custom decorative box for yourself, ask a CustomMade artisan to add the image … Continue reading →

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CustomMade Resources for Collecting Handmade Furniture

Posted on May 13, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Antique Restorations with Milk Paint by The Old Fashioned Milk Paint Co., Inc., at CustomMade.com

Where to begin if you’re interested in collecting handmade furniture?  Have you settled on the criteria for your selections? Defining and refining the rhyme and reason for your collection is a fun way to start, and most likely you’ll continue … Continue reading →

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Custom Coastal Style Decor – Get Ideas!

Posted on May 13, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Sea Creature Maple Dining Table by Holzer Ames Furniture at CustomMade.com

With spring in full bloom and that seasonal burst of motivation to redecorate and rejuvenate your living space (oh, if only it would last longer!) I thought I’d offer up some beachy breezey decorating themes in the spirit of the … Continue reading →

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Swivel around on THESE custom bar stools!

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Myla| Leave a comment
Cool Stool by GaryBD Woodworking, available at CustomMade.com

Custom bar stools made by custom furniture artisans from across the country are available for homeowners looking to add a unique addition to their home decor. Many people have a bar in their home and many more use bar stools … Continue reading →

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Tech Transformed – Custom Made Jewelry that Re-imagines Technology

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Custom Astrolabe Pendant by Cooperman Jewelry at CustomMade.com

The art of custom jewelry involves crafting techniques both ancient and modern and design methods from hand-sketches to computer 3D modeling.  However, what can happen when custom jewelry design focuses on technology itself?  What can CustomMade jewelry artisans create when … Continue reading →

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Urns To Die For: Sybil Sage’s personalized urns celebrate life

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Custom Designed and Personalized Urn by Sybil Sage

CustomMade artist Sybil Sage specializes in one of a kind pique assiette work. She combines the French mosaic style using plate shards with her tasteful wit and imaginative eye to create functional art: vases, picture frames, planters and candlestick holders. … Continue reading →

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Custom Cheese Servers for Your Next Get-Together

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Solid Walnut Cheeseboard Art by Southwest Style Decor

If you’re looking for a housewarming gift or a way to add a small but practical personal flourish to your own home, our custom kitchen accessories and custom cooking tools gallery is a great place to start.  Anyone who entertains … Continue reading →

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Paul Turzio’s Custom Solutions for the Contemporary Space

Posted on May 9, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Paul Turzio's Stunning Contemporary Kitchen - 4. All custom manufactured components. Rack, wall cabs, raised counter.

CustomMade designer Paul Turzio designs cabinetry and custom furniture for the entire home, including kitchen, bath, media room, library, bar, bedroom, built-ins and freestanding custom furniture pieces. Paul’s firm, Ideas & Solutions, has designed interiors and commercial spaces since 1984. … Continue reading →

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Nature Captured in Custom Stained Glass

Posted on May 7, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"3 Little Birds" by Because Designs

Do you have a favorite animal or flower?  Do you enjoy beautifully rendered breathtaking landscapes? Perhaps you simply admire the raw vitality of nature.  Motifs from the natural world can bring a personal and dynamic touch to any element of … Continue reading →

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CBS News Puts CustomMade on Display for Some Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Mother’s Day Tech Gifts – The Early Show - CBS News Video

Once again, CustomMade was on TV!  On Thursday, 5/5/11, CBS News’s “The Early Show” featured CustomMade as one of their top ten “Think Tech!” Mother’s Day gift ideas.  Tech expert Katie Linendoll gave viewers a brief introduction to how CustomMade … Continue reading →

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Custom “Hands of Time” – Casting Your Hands In Lead Crystal – Part III

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
The wax positive can be removed after a couple of hours cooling time. Remarkably, the wax captures the tiniest details.

Earlier in the week we met Bernie and Lucie of Stone Ridge Glass and learned about the beginning of the lost-wax process used to create their gorgeous one-of-a-kind custom cast glass “Hands of Time” sculptures: commemorative pieces that capture the … Continue reading →

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Custom “Hands of Time” – Casting Your Hands In Lead Crystal – Part II

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Arielle| 1 Comment
Crisco seals the deal - Stone Ridge Glass

Bernie Huebner and Lucie Boucher of Waterville, Maine are known for their beautiful fine art glass work, brilliant fused glasscapes that portray luminous scenes and cast colorful shadows throughout a space. But their company Stone Ridge Glass also specializes in … Continue reading →

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Custom “Hands of Time” – Meeting the Artists Behind Stone Ridge Glass – Part I

Posted on May 2, 2011 by Arielle| 1 Comment
Bernie and Lucie from Stone Ridge Glass

CustomMade artists Lucie Boucher and Bernie Huebner embody, as they say, “a fusing of restless minds” through creative collaboration and, of course, fused glass! Lucie and Bernie believe that the only relevant bio to describe the man and the woman … Continue reading →

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Discover the Beauty and Elegance of Custom Metalwork

Posted on April 29, 2011 by Myla| Leave a comment
Sterling Silver Fish Ring by Metal & Stone Jewelry

Nothing speaks elegance and style like a beautifully wrought sweeping metal stairway, especially when the stairway is an original, one-of-a-kind design. There are metal artisans creating amazing works of art in the metalworks crafts, from the smallest and most delicate … Continue reading →

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Frozen in Time – Portraits of Water in Custom Glassworks

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"Water Drop" by Jeff Ballard Glass at CustomMade.com

“You cannot step twice into the same stream,” observed the Greek philosopher Heraclitus. Whether in the form of a running river or a spring shower, water is a dynamic element.  With great skill, however, artisans can create representations of water … Continue reading →

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Meet CustomMade: Excerpts from the Fox News Live Special!!!

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
CEO Mike Salguero

Watch the live Fox News special and read excerpts from CustomMade’s national television debut… Fox reporter: Michael Salguero, CEO co-founder of CustomMade.com, Seth Rosen the CFO also a co-founder is with him. You guys start this business where people can … Continue reading →

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CustomMade on Fox News

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Rustic Bed by by Custom Rustic Furniture by Don McAulay Sr. & Jr. at CustomMade.com

CustomMade co-founders Mike Salguero and Seth Rosen were interviewed on Fox News, Monday, 4/25/11.  Check out the video and see how well they fared. “Meet CustomMade.com.  Road to Recovery: Online marketplace connects shoppers with skilled artisans to create home furnishings” … Continue reading →

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Custom Wedding Design

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"What Brings Us Together" by Metal & Stone Jewelry at CustomMade.com

Has the romance and pageantry of the upcoming royal wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton inspired dreams of your own fantasy nuptials?  Perhaps your own big day is coming soon and is already at the planning stage, or the … Continue reading →

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A Wabi-sabi Approach to Using Reclaimed and Recycled Materials in Your Custom Projects

Posted on April 24, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Airplane Windshield Glass Coffee Table by Wooden Hammer LLC at CustomMade.com

Finding beauty and inspiration in the imperfect and fleeting is one of the principles of the Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi.  It’s an aesthetic approach that’s well-suited for developing a custom piece made from reclaimed resources.  CustomMade artisans can work with … Continue reading →

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Achieve a Delicate Balance of Furnishings in Your Bedroom with Custom Dressers

Posted on April 24, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Highboy by Miskinis Fine Art Woodworking at CustomMade.com

The first thing you see in the morning and the last thing you see at night, your bedroom is a reflection of you. It’s a reflection of your style and taste, and it’s your little bit of peace and quiet … Continue reading →

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Incredible, Inedible Custom Made Jewelry

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Fancy Jasper Donut and Bead Necklace by Denim and Diamonds Jewelry at CustomMade.com

We recently showcased Antar Studios’ amazing realistic stone sculptures of popular food items.  The artistic media that CustomMade artisans can make look good enough to eat aren’t set in stone, however.  It should come as no surprise that a custom … Continue reading →

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Tips for Creating a Custom Enchanted Bedroom for Your Kids

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Child's Bed by Culbertson Design at CustomMade.com

Children’s bedrooms are the children’s own space. They sleep in the room and keep all their own things in it. Often, the kids’ bedroom is also their playroom. Being so, many want their children’s bedroom to be a happy place … Continue reading →

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Finely Crafted Furniture With Unique Forms

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Wenge and Tiger Maple Dining Table by Gary BD Woodworking at CustomMade.com

Boring furniture never again has to disgrace your home. Fine custom furniture pieces designed with flowing curves, graceful lines, and an artist’s eye can bring flavor and interest to any room from the parlor to the powder room. Tables, beds, … Continue reading →

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Coffee Table Giveaway Sponsered by Kyle Buckner Designs

Posted on April 21, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
rail 3 product giveaway! new small

KB Designs is proud to sponsor a giveaway event in support of the American Cancer Society.  For every $1.00 donated you will be entered to win the “Rail” by KB Designs, an exclusive, one of a kind coffee table.  The … Continue reading →

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Ideas for Custom Creations from Porcelain

Posted on April 21, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Vase by Emily Pearlman Pottery at CustomMade.com

If you are looking to add inspiration and style to your home, you might want to add some of the the latest trends in porcelain artwork. Bowls and vases have been given the deserved attention to detail and personalization since … Continue reading →

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A Custom Furnituremaker Transforms an Art Gallery

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Arielle| 1 Comment
Elevated furniture for a Chicago Exhibition by John Preus

A Gallery Installation in Progress The World as Text will be an exhibition of artists’ books at the Columbia College Center for Book and Paper Arts in Chicago – here are the beginnings of the installation in progress under the … Continue reading →

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A Little Something CustomMade in The Wall Street Journal

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Custom Made Lampshades by Jane Hall Design

Furniture retailers are learning something that CustomMade has known all along: consumers are willing to invest their time and money on quality custom furniture.  Anjali Athavaley explores the conversion to custom and retail’s turn towards artisanal production and limited edition … Continue reading →

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Kitchen Remodeling Tips and Ideas – Go Custom!

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Custom Contemporary Kitchen by Michael Humphries Woodworking at CustomMade.com

A house is not a home unless you are reflected in its decor and ambiance. Knowing yourself and the specific conveniences and styles that are important to you will help maintain a balance that is reflective of you and your … Continue reading →

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Elevate Your Style with Custom Made Metal Railings

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Sculptural Hand Railing by Rising Sun Forge

The sky is the limit when you choose custom metalworking for your railing needs. How would you like to get there? Beanstalk or airplane? Perhaps you’d prefer to climb a mountain? Indoors or outdoors, with custom made metal railings you … Continue reading →

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Here Be Custom Dragons

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Copper Statue by Slate Affair, Inc.

No mythical creature is as recognizable universally as the mighty dragon.  Although the reptilian monsters may symbolize fantasy literature and games in modern Western cultures, dragons have been a part of folklore from all over the world for thousands of years. … Continue reading →

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Custom Made with Lasers

Posted on April 17, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Frank Lloyd Wright Lightbox by Lightwave Laser, available at CustomMade.com

The laser is a versatile tool that CustomMade artisans can use to cut materials, create engravings, and produce photorealistic designs on a wide range of media, such as wood, metal, glass, and stone.  Here are just a few examples of … Continue reading →

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Crown Your Home with a Weathervane by Tuck & Holand

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"3 Day Eventer (Horse & Rider)" by Tuck & Holand at CustomMade.com

Although the weathervane has a history that dates back to Ancient Greece, for many of us the image of a weathervane shaped like a rooster spinning on top of a barn conjures up nostalgia for rural Americana.  Though many weathervane … Continue reading →

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A Tale of Two Sofas: Custom Upholstery by Endicott Home Furnishings | Condo Furniture

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Pedro| 2 Comments
The Piper Condo Sofa by Endicott Home Furnishings | Condo Furniture at CustomMade.com

Comfortable furniture can be measured in tiny increments.  If the backrest were a little shorter, if the seat were only a bit wider, if the cushions were just a tad thicker, you could rest perfectly.  When the time comes to … Continue reading →

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Look out mac users, the custom i Table has arrived!

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
buckner

Introducing Kyle Buckner – one of the youngest CustomMade makers, this designer/furnituremaker/sound engineer extraordinaire is somewhat of a Renaissance man… Just this past September, the 23-year-old Virginia Commonwealth University student posted a lounge chair he made for a intro woodworking … Continue reading →

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Animal Motifs in Custom Made Jewelry

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Ladybug Bracelet by Body More Beautiful

Are you an animal lover? Add a sense of play and the spark of nature to your custom jewelry with animal motifs.  Get your favorite creature great or small in an eye-catching piece that will show off your passion.  The incredible … Continue reading →

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Stimulate the Artist in You Through Custom Wooden and Custom Ceramic Accents

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Oops Whimsical Grandfather Clock by Clocks by Glen Miller at CustomMade.com

Your home and the decor inside reflects on who you are and how you choose to live. But how can you decorate your home’s interior to stimulate the artist in you? Small details and custom home decorative accents made of … Continue reading →

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Put Down Your Apps and Take a Seat at a Custom Made Game Board

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Marble and Onyx Parcheesi Board by Custom Chess Boards at CustomMade.com

Even a strategy and board game purist will appreciate the elegance and expertise that CustomMade artisans bring to their custom made game boards and pieces.  In our galleries, you can find well-known games such as chess, backgammon, and others, in … Continue reading →

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Picking the Right Custom Bathroom Cabinetry for a More Elegant Bathroom

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Bath 3 by Vogue Furniture at CustomMade.com

It’s been said that the kitchen is the heart of a home, but the bathroom isn’t far behind. While this room is by far the most private in the house, it is still an important room for the family. A … Continue reading →

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Songs in Wood – Custom Pieces Inspired by Music

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"The Bluebird Guitar" by James Macdonald and Petros Guitars

An old song can take you back to another place and time and stir up powerful associations.  A new song can captivate you and offer a different perspective on your life.  Whether your favorite music helps you get out of … Continue reading →

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Guide to Customizing Your Front Door

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Art Deco Doors by Eric David Laxman at CustomMade.com

Doors are functional parts of your home. They block drafts, light, and sound from flowing throughout the house. Yet they can be so much more than a simple piece of wood that can be opened and closed. They are gateways … Continue reading →

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Go Team! Custom Made Items for the Sports Fan

Posted on April 10, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"When Pigs Fly" Pendant by David Pierson Jewelry

Like sports?  Do you have everything that has your favorite team’s logo? Here are a few items you may not have.  Yet. Go custom with your passion for your favorite team.  The artisans of CustomMade can create unique custom jewelry … Continue reading →

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Custom Leather Furniture for Luxury and Exceptional Comfort

Posted on April 9, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Custom Couch by Dan Diewald by Best Custom Furniture & Millwork

Every person who owns leather furnishings knows the great feel and luxury that leather provides. And to experience the maximum luxury of leather, many homeowners go for custom leather furniture. Custom leather furniture’s sleek professional look plus the fact that … Continue reading →

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Regeneration Fine Woodworking – Vote for Your Fave Woodworker Under 30!

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Reed Hansuld is amongst a thriving group of under-30 woodworkers...and he knows his stuff.

Back in January, we gave a shout out to hip young woodworkers near and far to come out of the woodwork and enter the Regeneration Fine Woodworking Contest sponsored by the Center for Furniture Craftsmanship based in Rockport, Maine. The … Continue reading →

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Fireworks in Stone and Metal: Custom Outdoor Fire Features

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Pedro| 2 Comments
Outdoor Fire Table by Objective Design at CustomMade.com

Even with warmer nights ahead, the darkness and the evening chill can cut short your leisure time on your patio or backyard.  Electrical lights are convenient, but sometimes they interfere with the mood you’d like for your after hour plans.  … Continue reading →

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Live Edge Furniture: Shapes You Have Never Seen Before

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Livewood Edge End Table by Gem Tables by Culin and Colella at CustomMade.com

Trees are living things with no straight edges. Graceful curves, knobby edges, and irregular rings are what make a tree. When constructing furniture, the wood is typically planed and transformed into straight lines with clear edges. Live edge furniture maintains … Continue reading →

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Bring Custom Japanese Style to Your Next Project

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Mokume Gane Gold and Diamond Pendant by Peggie Robinson Designs, Inc., at CustomMade.com

For almost a month now, Japan has been in the news and on our minds principally because of the devastating disasters that have afflicted that nation.  Please consider the continuing need for humanitarian assistance and make a donation to the … Continue reading →

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Hit the Waves with Your Own Creative Custom Surfboard

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Surfboard by Blind Dog Surf Boards

All sportsmen know how attached they become to their sporting equipment. The hockey players would be lost without their own hockey sticks. The basketball player has got to have their own special pair of basketball shoes. The golfer knows the … Continue reading →

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“Things We Eat, But Can’t” – Realism in Stone by Antar Studios Inc.

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
"I'm Hungry" by Antar Studios Inc. at CustomMade.com

In contemporary society, so many of our most recognizable images are of products both commercial and ephemeral.  None more so that popular food items.   CustomMade artisan Robin Antar of Antar Studios Inc. creates custom sculpture that recasts “pop food” into … Continue reading →

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“Me-Commerce” and CustomMade Thriving in Boston

Posted on April 5, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"Me Two" - CustomMade Co-founders Seth Rosen and Mike Salguero

“Me-commerce,” companies using the Internet to help customers design what they buy, is thriving.  The Boston Herald recently featured three pioneers of “me-commerce” in an article on the “me-commerce” scene in Boston: CustomMade artisan Ted Acworth of Artaic and, naturally, Mike Salguero … Continue reading →

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Totally Unique Custom Outdoor Table Designs

Posted on April 4, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Table Go Round by Al'S Fine Furniture at CustomMade.com

There are many unique designs of custom outdoor tables to fit even the most individual of tastes. When you are considering purchasing an outdoor table, the first step is to decide the range of the number of people you plan … Continue reading →

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New Settings Bring New Life to Your Custom Jewelry Collection

Posted on April 3, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Custom Diamond Ring by 18Karat at CustomMade.com

Is there a jewelry piece in your collection that has sentimental value that you don’t wear anymore?  Perhaps you have loose gemstones that have never been set or heirloom jewelry that has been damaged or worn with use that you’d … Continue reading →

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Freestanding Custom Cabinets: Portability and Unlimited Design Possibilities

Posted on April 3, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Adolphus II Buffet by Wiggers Custom Furniture Ltd.

Whether you prefer traditionally designed cabinetry or are looking for a more modern design, you may want to consider having your cabinets designed and made by custom furniture artisans. There are many advantages of going for custom cabinetry and perhaps … Continue reading →

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Double Takes: Custom Stuff that Looks Like Something Else

Posted on April 2, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Japanese Style Water Droplet Table by Michael Wolniewicz Custom Furniture Design

See the water pooling on the table to the right? It’s not water.  (Too late for April Fool’s!)  It’s a Japanese style water droplet table by Michael Wolniewicz Custom Furniture Design with a water effect designed and hand-finished into the … Continue reading →

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Customizing Your Rec Room with Cool Handmade Items

Posted on April 2, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Campaign Style Game Table by Sorraia Studios at CustomMade.com

Imagine you have just finished your morning coffee and perused the local news section of your local paper. You here a knock at the door and meander over to greet your friend. The soft roll of thunder crashes in the … Continue reading →

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Out-of-this-world glass hardware by Out of The Blue Design Studio

Posted on April 1, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
121108 Yellow Angelfish Doorknob

Out of the Blue Design Studio was founded in 2000 by Alex Matheson, a long time collector of Art Glass and manufacturer of commercial locks and decorative hardware. The concept of using Studio Art Glass with decorative hardware came as … Continue reading →

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Inspiration for your Project: Eye-catching Custom Inlays

Posted on April 1, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Framed Golden Retriever Intarsia by Woodworking Plus at CustomMade.com

Your home is your retreat, your sanctuary, and your castle. More than that, it’s an expression of your personality. Every person walking in your front door can immediately get a feel for who you are based on what they see … Continue reading →

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Go Dancing with Custom Made Jewelry

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Pedro| 4 Comments
"Golden Waltz" Brass Swarovski Crystal Earrings by Encore Gems

When you wear your favorite jewelry pieces, you’re doing more than simply displaying them.  Your jewelry moves with you.  If you enjoy moving to music, why not find a CustomMade artisan who can create custom jewelry pieces that will look great … Continue reading →

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Get Dazzled by Cocobolo’s Unique Abstract Patterns

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Cocobolo Writing Desk by Hudson Design Studios at CustomMade.com

Wood furniture has a timeless appeal, and wood pieces made from cocobolo also have the appeal of being different, interesting, unusual, and a bit exotic. Cocobolo hardwood can be crafted into anything traditional oak can be turned into, without looking … Continue reading →

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A Custom Steel Castle by Nop’s Metalworks

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Custom Steel Castle by Nop's Metalworks at CustomMade.com

A custom steel castle in your backyard is likely to attract some attention. CustomMade artisan Louis Nop’s of Nop’s Metalworks unique custom metal creation was featured in an article in the Addison County Independent.  Read about how a vacation to … Continue reading →

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A Windsor Chair for Spring by Terry Kelly

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Springtime Windsor Chair by CT Kelly

CT Kelly talks about the techniques used in this windsor chair, a beautiful green for spring! The spindles in my chairs are split and wedged, which holds them a lot better than hide glue can alone, especially as the pieces … Continue reading →

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Eight Examples of Unique Custom Made to Order Handcrafted Benches

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
'Little Demon' Bench by Joseph Murphy Furniture Maker at CustomMade.com

Handcrafted custom benches are quite popular these days because they make a fabulous addition to the inside and outside of any home or business. It truly is amazing to realize how customized benches can come in so many different sizes … Continue reading →

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Custom Glassworks with a View: Skylines and Glass Art

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Dallas Skyline Mirror by Mark Mize Custom Design in Glass and Mirror at CustomMade.com

Have you ever seen the skyline of your hometown come over the horizon as you return from a trip and thought an old friend was saying, “Welcome back?”  Have you ever felt a little less like a stranger after arriving … Continue reading →

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The Sonus Guitar Chair – a Custom Chair Designed for Playing your Custom Guitar

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Arielle| 1 Comment
The Sonus Guitar Chair - Brian Boggs' ergonomic masterpiece designed especially for musicians

Tired of feeling stiff after hours of playing the axe?  Sculpted ergonomic furniture meets musical accessory in the the ultimate chair for guitar playing: behold Brian Boggs’ customizable Sonus Guitar Chair! The Sonus Guitar Chair is unlike any other you’ll … Continue reading →

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Showcasing Your Book Collection: Eight Unique Design Ideas for Your Custom Built-In Bookcases

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Beech Desk; Beech and Walnut Shelves by Brian Cullen Furniture at CustomMade.com

When choosing furniture, you never have to settle for assembly line pieces sold at the local discount store. Artistic custom bookcases can bring much needed focus and attention to your book collection. Books that we cherish are often passed down … Continue reading →

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Remodeling Your Kitchen Using Custom Kitchen Cabinets: Optimize Your Design!

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Winona Kitchen by Paul Schulman Design at CustomMade.com

If you are remodeling your kitchen, the addition of custom cabinets is a great way add instant appeal to the interior design and an updated look to your kitchen. At the same time, custom kitchen cabinets add the luxury and … Continue reading →

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Organic Media and Custom Jewelry Design

Posted on March 27, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Large Leather Earrings by Lauren Blais Jewelry at CustomMade.com

At CustomMade, you can find hundreds of examples of custom made jewelry featuring precious metals, gems, and beadwork.  Of course, you can also find custom jewelry crafted from organic materials such as wood.  Have you considered adding other organic materials … Continue reading →

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Six Unique Design Ideas for Your Custom Made Dining Chairs

Posted on March 27, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Fourteen Dining Chair by Mark Love Furniture

Custom dining chairs truly add beauty and complement your overall dining experience. Dining room chairs come in a vast array of styles, finishes, textures and sizes. Dining room chairs range from the very formal to the fun and fanciful. When … Continue reading →

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Three Benefits of Constructing a Custom Library in Your Home

Posted on March 26, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Oval Cherry Library by Woodpecker Enterprises Inc. at CustomMade.com

Long before the internet began encroaching upon the publishing industry, the most elegant of homes contained custom built libraries. A custom library in one’s home spoke of the owner’s value and love of knowledge, adventure, and understanding. One who possessed … Continue reading →

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Just Right for Your Home: Custom Built Wall Units

Posted on March 25, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Custom Built-Ins with Antique Glaze by Artisan Custom Bookcases at CustomMade.com

A custom made built-in project is a great opportunity to put your signature style into your home.  If you have a unique vision for any room in your house or a challenging space that defies all efforts to squeeze in … Continue reading →

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Tips on Choosing Custom Nightstands to Complete A Romantic Bedroom Set

Posted on March 25, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Burl Top Side Table by Louis Fry Craftsman in Wood at CustomMade.com

Trying to make your bedroom more enticing? A successful romantic bedroom arrangement includes every last bit of furniture and decor it contains. Make one slip up, leave one picture out of place, and you’ll never attract a guest with your … Continue reading →

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Turn Your Photographs into Custom Memorabilia

Posted on March 24, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Carved Portrait Plaque by Gomez Carvings

Your photographs are a treasure trove of memories that can tell the stories of your life.  Photos can preserve the expression of joy on the face of a child or the presence of a departed friend or relative for decades, … Continue reading →

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Four Tips to Pick Just The Right Custom or Handmade Hardwood Dining Table

Posted on March 24, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Gathering Table by City Joinery at CustomMade.com

The impact of a dining room table on the space it occupies is undoubtedly one of the main benefits in choosing a custom dining set for your home. Generic dining tables only come in so many shapes and sizes, and … Continue reading →

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Timeless Beauty and Durability of Custom Oak Furniture

Posted on March 23, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Red Oak Brookhaven Chair by David N. Ebner at CustomMade.com

Oak is durable, beautiful, and versatile. Strong enough for flooring and gorgeous enough for fine furniture, it is an excellent addition to any home. Whether it is built into custom cabinets or crafted into a fine bedroom suite, oak wood … Continue reading →

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Tips for Designing a Custom Dresser: Maximize Your Storage Space

Posted on March 22, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Walnut Eighteenth Century Philadelphia Lowboy by Walter Whiteley Furniture Maker at CustomMade.com

Every home is unique, and every bedroom only more so. The shape and size of a room, and the particular elements you prefer to have in your personal sanctuary, mean that finding the right furniture can be frustrating. Everyone’s gone … Continue reading →

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Your Hunting Adventure Made More Exciting With Custom Gun Accessories

Posted on March 21, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Custom Gun Cases by Artisans of the Valley at CustomMade.com

Customized equipment and accessories for gun enthusiasts helps complete any collection, and hunters love the opportunity to show off their fine taste in quality firearms with the perfect gun cabinet, rifle or shotgun rack, and other custom gun accessories like … Continue reading →

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Ideas for Custom Remodeling and Construction Projects that Enhance Your Home’s Value

Posted on March 21, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Sharp Taurus Appeal by DeWils Custom Cabinetry

Accurately reflecting your own personal style is an important goal when remodeling your home, and nothing accomplishes that like custom remodeling design. Every detail from start to finish has your imprint. Every room will be special. Whether kitchen or bath, … Continue reading →

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Custom Wooden Bars Tailored to Suit Your Lounging Hours

Posted on March 20, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Walnut Bar with Carved Elements by Culin & Colella, Inc., at CustomMade.com

A custom bar in your home is an amenity that will make any home more exciting. It is a dream for many to have a sophisticated bar which will allow you to entertain family and friends. There are many varieties … Continue reading →

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The Wonders Of Simple Custom Barnwood Funiture In Your Home

Posted on March 20, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Old Heart Pine Kitchen by Gene Lyman - Cabinetmaker - Country Cupboards at CustomMade.com

Homeowners who take pride in the appearance of their interior living spaces often choose custom furniture and other custom home decors. Real wood furniture can give a room warmth and beauty while glass and metal furniture can give a room … Continue reading →

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Fascinating Custom Decorative Door and Cabinet Knobs

Posted on March 19, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
501305 Cabinet Knob by Out of the Blue Design Studio at CustomMade.com

You may not realize it, but your home is a direct representation of who you are. How you choose to decorate your home can say a lot about your personality, style, interests and even your outlook on life. Even making … Continue reading →

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Endless Varieties of Custom Stairs and Custom Floors

Posted on March 19, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Spiral Staircase by Artisan Woodworking at CustomMade.com

From Pearl City, Hawaii to Worcester, Massachusetts, skilled custom furniture artisans abound the country so you will certainly find one near your area. Working with custom furniture makers to create furniture, home decor, and other home accents that will improve … Continue reading →

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Spice Up Your Kitchen With Custom Kitchen Accessories

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Kitchen Utensils, set of three by Reed Hansuld Fine Furniture Craftsman at CustomMade.com

Nothing is more of a central room in a home than the kitchen. It’s where your family’s meals are prepared – their life source and a creative outlet for many cooks as well. Children’s memories are made as cupcakes, cookies … Continue reading →

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Three Advantages of Getting a Custom Desk

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
INFO/DK-128B Desk by Antoine Proulx, LLC, at CustomMade.com

Custom desks serve aesthetic and practical purposes. For individuals who want to have the most aesthetically pleasing work-space possible, custom desks serve as an essential centerpiece to their master scheme. For others who wish to have comfort on top of … Continue reading →

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The Beauty and Wonders of Maple Hardwood

Posted on March 17, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Walnut And Birds-Eye Maple Chair by Neal Barrett Woodworking at CustomMade.com

There is good reason why maple hardwood is chosen for use in furniture and other household items. Not only is it a durable hardwood, it is also a sustainable wood. Furniture made of maple should last beyond a lifetime. It … Continue reading →

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Exceptional Custom Glassworks For A More Elegant Home

Posted on March 17, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
#111 Art Glass Chandelier by Ethel A. Furman & Associates at CustomMade.com

Why settle for anything ordinary that was rolled off an assembly line? When you choose custom glass items, you are choosing functionality and beauty in a package that is guaranteed to be completely unique. Your friends can search the world … Continue reading →

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Enhance Any Room with Custom Home Décor

Posted on March 16, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Super Massive Black Hole by The Stone Sculptor, available at CustomMade.com

A work of art can greatly enhance a room’s overall appearance and ambiance. Any room can be honored by some masterpiece large or small; home decor ideas are endless. When choosing a custom home decor, it is good to have … Continue reading →

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Custom Carved Mirror Frames For Elegance and Sophistication in Your Home

Posted on March 16, 2011 by Myla| Leave a comment
Designer Mirror - Bhutanese Blue Bhura by Hardin Tiles at CustomMade.com

You’ve taken care of the bigger items to set the tone in your home. You’ve created a showplace, room by room, that speaks to elegance and care. Your style shines through your custom furniture and your tasteful layout, but something … Continue reading →

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Stylish Custom Lamps for Brighter Homes

Posted on March 15, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Wall Sconce CWS3 by Two Hills Studio, Inc at CustomMade.com

There are many elements to home decorating. When you want to create a bright, airy look, you most likely consider the paint or wallpaper, flooring, the color of the furniture, and other decorative accents like paintings and mirrors. However, it’s … Continue reading →

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Put a Twist to Your Dining Experience with Custom Dining Chairs

Posted on March 15, 2011 by Myla| Leave a comment
Kyoto Dining Chair by The Joinery, available at CustomMade.com

The skill that goes into custom dining chairs allows for an improved and personalized home dining experience. The masterful craftsmanship is a perfect medium for enjoying artistry in practical daily use. Whether your dining room needs an update while keeping … Continue reading →

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Four Benefits of Having a Custom Entertainment Center Built by a Local Woodworker

Posted on March 14, 2011 by Myla| Leave a comment
Entertainment Mantel by Custom Wood Creations at CustomMade.com

Having a custom entertainment center for a home is ideal for a number of reasons. The owner is able to design the perfect entertainment center that will blend in perfectly with all of the various components of the room. The … Continue reading →

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Three Creative Ceiling Design Ideas to Complete Every Room

Posted on March 14, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Decorative Ornamental Plaster Crown Molding by Cast Designs & Supply at CustomMade.com

The world of custom-made interior design is for those who love to express their decorating ideas in a totally unique way, even on room ceilings. The home decorator looking for added drama and flair to interior rooms can create visual … Continue reading →

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Custom Bar Furniture: a Place in Your Home to Unwind

Posted on March 13, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Rustic Bar 2 by Custom Rustic Furniture by Don McAulay Sr. & Jr. at CustomMade.com

If you are the kind of person who enjoys occasional drinks without leaving the comfort of your home, investing on a custom bar where you can relax, unwind, and entertain guests is a great idea. While it is true that … Continue reading →

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Unique Custom Kitchen Cabinetry for a More Beautiful and Organized Kitchen

Posted on March 13, 2011 by Myla| Leave a comment
Walnut Kitchen by North Park Woodcraft Ltd at CustomMade.com

Kitchens are often the favorite room in the house, yet, many kitchens do not have enough cabinets. Practical cabinets add compartments, shelves, drawers and more for exceptional kitchen storage space. Usually crafted by hand out of fine quality wood, these … Continue reading →

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Chromatic Custom Boxes for Your Precious Items

Posted on March 12, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Eye of the Beholder by Jeff Baenen Boxes at CustomMade.com

From careful handiwork of a skilled woodworker, a plain wood can emerge into a wonderful custom box with wood gleaming like a polished jewel and colors shining like stained glass. Imagine such a box as the centerpiece on the mantle, … Continue reading →

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Building Your Dream Custom House: Made the Way You Dreamt it to Be

Posted on March 12, 2011 by Myla| Leave a comment
Custom House in Hamburg by Jeffrey William Construction Inc at CustomMade.com

There is nothing more satisfying than building your very own custom home, and to have your own home built the way you want it to be gives a certain feeling of accomplishment and satisfaction. Achieving this is only possible if … Continue reading →

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The China Guitar by Robinson Custom Inlays

Posted on March 11, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Front and Fingerboard Inlays by Robinson Custom Inlays at CustomMade.com and Painting by Lampo Leong

One of the most exotic custom musical instruments in CustomMade’s galleries, the China Guitar by Robinson Custom Inlays is more “an exotic MIDI controller” than an electric guitar.  The story behind this 11-year project involves one of the Four Heavenly … Continue reading →

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Just in Time for Timely Wood Designs

Posted on March 11, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Desk Clock in walnut and cypress

Joining us today is Jerome P. Kaplan of  Timely Wood Designs based in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Jerome tells about how a woodworking hobby that began in finding cool designs to build turned into a love for original design and eventually his … Continue reading →

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Plant Life Motifs and Custom Jewelry Design

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Red Currant Earrings by Silver Frog Jewelry Studio, available at CustomMade.com

Creating pieces that convey a sense of vitality and movement is a mark of mastery, no matter what media the artisans use or what they create.  Works that seem to have a life of their own command attention and extend … Continue reading →

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Experience Celebrities’ Style Living Room Seating

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Federal Painted Chair by William Doub Custom Furniture at CustomMade.com

Who hasn’t seen the photographs that depict celebrities’ luxurious living room seating in their deluxe homes in Los Angeles or in their first-class flats in New York? Hand crafted woods, rich, beautiful fabrics and the finest upholstery are the signature … Continue reading →

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Installing a Custom Fireplace: Use Custom Work to Get the Most from Your Project

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Myla| 2 Comments
Fireplace Media Wall by woodwork Refined at CustomMade.com

A custom fireplace is not just a something that gives your home warmth, but it’s one of those special things that makes a house a home. A custom made fireplace can make an ordinary living room, dining room or kitchen … Continue reading →

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Come into My Parlor: Tables by Michael Wilson Designs

Posted on March 9, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Tarantula Dining Table by Michael Wilson Designs

If you’re an arachnophobe, please visit our custom table gallery before you look at the pictures below.  You can find many other examples of custom made conference, coffee, and wood tables available from the CustomMade family of artisans. Still here?  … Continue reading →

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Benefits of Using Walnut and Black Walnut in Your Custom Furniture Project

Posted on March 9, 2011 by Myla| Leave a comment
Cabriole Dining Table & Chairs by Louis Fry Craftsman in Wood at CustomMade.com

When people work hard during the week at their jobs and are also busy with families, hectic schedules can lead to exhaustion. Coming home to the serene surroundings of beautifully-crafted custom walnut furniture can provide a setting that promotes a … Continue reading →

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Handcrafted Custom Chairs that Set the Tone in Your Living Room

Posted on March 8, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Electro-Pop Chair by David Rasmussen Design at CustomMade.com

Chairs can play many roles in a room ensemble.  They can be functional in any style and most can be moved and rearranged easily to bring attention to another piece of furniture, help create a new look, or just open … Continue reading →

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Enjoy The Outdoors with Durable Custom Outdoor Furniture

Posted on March 8, 2011 by Myla| 2 Comments
Select Oak Porch Swings by Oakwood Custom Furniture at CustomMade.com

Outdoor furniture can turn an empty yard into an extension of your home. Getting the right outdoor furniture that can stand the outdoors will allow you to get the most out of it. Durable custom outdoor furniture allow you to … Continue reading →

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Custom TV Stands for a Fancier Living Room and a Better Viewing Experience

Posted on March 7, 2011 by Myla| Leave a comment
Entertainment TV Lift by Hardwood Artisans at CustomMade.com

The average American spends four hours a day watching TV and yet our TVs often perch atop furniture left over from our dorm days or are relegated to dusty forgotten corners. Why not treat your TV to a piece of … Continue reading →

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To the Man Cave! Custom Tables to Fit Your Hobbies by Burgeonwood, Inc.

Posted on March 7, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
One Man's Cave Table by Burgeonwood, Inc.

Finding a table on the retail market that is perfectly suited to one of your hobbies is difficult.  Finding a table that is perfectly suited to two of your hobbies is even more difficult, and if your available space is … Continue reading →

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Rocking Horses and Beyond: Custom Kids Toys

Posted on March 5, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Rocking Dragon by Fatdog Productions

A dragon is attacking the castle! The rocking horse is a beloved classic toy that is fun not just because of what it is but also because of what it encourages children to imagine.  CustomMade artisans can create unique custom … Continue reading →

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Out of This World Custom Jewelry by Metamorphosis Jewelry Design

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Huckitta Meteorite Pendant with Platinum Bale by Metamorphosis Jewelry Design at CustomMade.com

At CustomMade, we love to feature the stories behind the pieces, from the artisans’ explanations of influences and inspirations to information about the raw materials used to create the piece.  Just as the stories of exotic woods and precious resources … Continue reading →

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“Buy Local” Networking Event in PA Brings Local Businesses to Light

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Arielle| 1 Comment
Doug Reasoner of Dougs Cakes, Doyleston PA

A key benefit of custom shopping is the chance to pair up with a local maker and support a local business. This past Thursday, Superior Woodcraft, Inc. and the Doylestown Business and Community Alliance welcomed more than four-hundred local business … Continue reading →

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Pinball Wizard: Eclectic Upcycling by Maxwell Furniture

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Coney Island Mirror by Maxwell Furniture at CustomMade.com

Custom eclectic: If you’re the type of person who goes for the everything bagel or always orders a funky assortment of toppings on your pizza, chances are you have an eclectic spirit. Custom eclectic style can bring disparate elements and … Continue reading →

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The Beauty and Wonders of Bubinga Furniture

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Myla| Leave a comment
Smells Fishy by Jeff Baenen Boxes, available at CustomMade.com

Bubinga is the common name for African Rosewood, which is found primarily in equatorial Africa. It has many similar qualities to East Indian or Brazilian Rosewood. Bubinga is an extremely dense deep red hardwood with purplish brown straight or interlocked … Continue reading →

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Chairs That Rock for the Whole Family

Posted on March 1, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Storybook Rocker by the Chidwick School of Fine Woodworking at CustomMade.com

One size does not fit all, but this custom storybook rocker by the Chidwick School of Fine Woodworking looks like it can fit three pretty comfortably. If you have little ones around or on the way, keep in mind their … Continue reading →

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Ideas for Unique and Handmade Custom Dining Tables

Posted on March 1, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Pine Farm Table by North Park Woodcraft Ltd at CustomMade.com

Meals are the most important times of day whether a family is sharing food among its members or sharing a meal with guests. The dining room is the setting for some of the most significant and thoughtful discussions that occur … Continue reading →

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Custom Music Instruments for Experts and Beginners

Posted on February 28, 2011 by Pedro| 2 Comments
10-String Guitar by Michael L. Elwell at CustomMade.com

Old hands and beginners alike can benefit from custom music instruments specifically designed for their unique needs by CustomMade artisans.  A professional musician may require an instrument tailored to a particular style of music or to their personal performance style.  … Continue reading →

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Six Unique Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeling Ideas for Your Home

Posted on February 28, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Old Heart Pine Kitchen by Gene Lyman - Cabinetmaker - Country Cupboards at CustomMade.com

Purchasing a home is one of the biggest decisions an individual can make. Purchasing a brand new home gives an opportunity to create and design the layout and style of each room. As the electrical and plumbing are still under … Continue reading →

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Moving Furniture: Go Out On a Limb with Custom Furniture Design

Posted on February 27, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Sculpted Chair by Chrysalis Woodworks at CustomMade.com

If you encounter a piece of custom furniture, you’ll likely want to walk all around it in order to fully appreciate its beauty and the quality of its craftsmanship. Have you ever had a piece of furniture walk around you? Bring … Continue reading →

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Built-in Wall Unit Ideas for a More Organized Home

Posted on February 27, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Library Wall Bed by Hardwood Artisans at CustomMade.com

Built-in wall units are great solution to clutter whether in a living room, a bedroom, a kitchen or an office. Choosing custom built-in wall units for your home means that the units will fit the space perfectly, will blend with … Continue reading →

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“Snow White Goes Goth” – Custom Jewelry from The Stefanie Somers Collection

Posted on February 26, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"Snow White Goes Goth" by The Stefanie Somers Collection at CustomMade.com

Let’s say you have a special upcoming photo shoot, and you have a very particular and elaborate theme for a custom jewelry design.  You’d like some options for your accessories that go from subtle to “wow.”  You’d like a companion … Continue reading →

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Unique Ideas for Your Custom Built Ins – Make Your Room Stand Out!

Posted on February 26, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Home Office Cabinetry in Cherry by Odhner & Odhner Fine Woodworking Inc at CustomMade.com

Custom built ins and décor adds a distinct look to any room, especially the living room or den. Custom made bookcases, chairs, and desks  give the impression that the owner has fine taste, desires a uniquely outfitted room that matches … Continue reading →

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Everything in its Place Outdoors: Custom Storage for Outdoor Living

Posted on February 25, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
"Comfy-rondack" Adirondack Chair by Michael Brown Chairmaker at CustomMade.com

Spring is coming (in some places more slowly than others).  Now is a great time to turn your attention to the custom outdoors.  Don’t forget that outdoor living has special storage requirements.  Be sure to have a CustomMade artisan create … Continue reading →

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Custom Four-Poster Beds, Custom Canopy Beds, and Other Unique Custom Bed Ideas

Posted on February 25, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Buden Platform Storage Bed by Viesso Custom Furniture at CustomMade.com

Custom bedroom furniture adds unique style and innovative design to anyone’s home. Factory produced beds and other furniture adds utility but nothing else to a bedroom. In order to achieve gorgeous results, those choosing furniture pieces for a bedroom should … Continue reading →

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Custom Cigar Humidor Design

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Humidor by Silas Kopf Woodworking at CustomMade.com

Protecting a cigar collection requires a blend of science and art, passion and precision.  Custom made wood cigar humidors by CustomMade artisans will preserve your collection in an ideal environment and showcase your tastes in both cigars and furniture.  Before … Continue reading →

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Reconnecting the Maker and the Buyer – CustomMade’s Peter Turner at WoodExpo 2011 this Weekend!

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Peter Turner in action - meet him this weekend at WoodExpo 2011

WoodExpo 2011, the 61st Annual New England Home Show sponsored by Tommy MacDonald, starts TODAY Thursday February 24th and runs through Sunday February 27th at Boston’s Seaport World Trade Center. Amongst a whopping lineup of speakers and furniture-making demo presenters … Continue reading →

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Maximizing Your Home’s Space with Custom Made Storage Solutions

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Library by Perfect Design Cabinetworks LLC at CustomMade.com

With the right custom storage, you can transform an ordinary looking home into a beautiful organized masterpiece. When you have a place for everything and everything is in its place, organizing can become a lot easier. Custom storage can offer … Continue reading →

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Incorporating the Art Nouveau Style In Your Home Decor

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Myla| Comments Off
Art Nouveau Swan Bed by William Doub Custom Furniture

Art Nouveau is a design aesthetic that saw great popularity in the years around the turn of the 20th century. The artist Alphonse Mucha unwittingly spearheaded the movement with ad campaigns for Paris playhouses. His first poster in the new … Continue reading →

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The Bermuda Triangle Desk

Posted on February 23, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"Inside the cabinet shelves have become a little twisted due to the magnetic anomalies of The Bermuda Triangle."

A whirlpool of time and people: what emerges from it (if anything) is usually transformed. The Twilight Zone? No. Alien abduction? Nope. The Bermuda Triangle? Of course.  And your desk, too. Do things just disappear when they hit your desk?  … Continue reading →

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Custom Business Cards. Coolest. Ever.

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"World's Coolest Business Card" by Louise's Daughter

When was the last time you used a paper phonebook? Most consumers get the addresses, phone numbers, and websites they need online.  In today’s world of search engine overload, businesses need to do more than just maintain a website.  CustomMade … Continue reading →

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Hammer and Nails – Terry Kelly’s Linen Cabinet

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Terry Kelly's Linen Cabinet

I love building Windsor chairs.  I think they are really the peak of the craft.  You start, with my Windsors anyway, with a log and a pine plank, and end up with a chair.   All the parts are hand split … Continue reading →

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Life in Perspective: Carved Bird Sculptures by Birds in Wood

Posted on February 20, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"Madonna Duck" by Birds in Wood, LLC, at CustomMade.com

As spring approaches and our fine feathered friends return, the cycle of life comes into sharper focus for many of us. Hopefully not as sharp as it has become for this unfortunate mouse. Award winning CustomMade artisan Jim Maas of … Continue reading →

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Your Life in Custom Jewelry

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
"Gentle Current" Series by Julie Jerman Melka at CustomMade.com

This could be a crazy lace agate pendant with chain by ArtWrkz Studio, LLC. Artisan Donna Rainey writes: “Because each pendant is unique, I cannot provide a picture of what the finished pendant will look like but I can provide … Continue reading →

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Inspired and Inspiring Custom Bookshelves

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Monkey Nightstand by Third Street Studios at CustomMade.com

Whimsical style and custom bookshelves and bookcases can go together wonderfully. Why not fantastical designs to house the books that fire the imagination?  These pieces by CustomMade artisans will inspire readers of all ages. Children in particular respond excitedly to … Continue reading →

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Sound and Vision: Bring Your Custom Guitar Dreams to Life

Posted on February 17, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
African Blackwood and Sinker Redwood Guitar by Stehr Guitars at CustomMade.com

This African blackwood and sinker redwood guitar by Stehr Guitars is not for sale. This is only an example of what you can expect from custom guitars.  Artisan Joel Stehr explains: “I build every guitar to meet the player’s aesthetic … Continue reading →

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Send a Message with a Custom Jewelry Box

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Gentleman's Valet Cabinet by Wiggers Custom Furniture, Ltd., at CustomMade.com

Are you looking for somewhere to stash all your Valentine’s Day loot?  Fine custom jewelry deserves custom jewelry boxes.  The CustomMade family of artisans can create a chest, cabinet, or display case in any style you can imagine.  Perhaps you … Continue reading →

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Tips for Designing Your Own Custom Reading Den

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Myla| Leave a comment
Custom Libray in Maple by Odhner & Odhner Fine Woodworking Inc. at CustomMade.com

If you love to read, then you are already have an idea of what needs to be in comfortable reading room, but finding exactly the right reading room furniture that will make up your very own library can be daunting … Continue reading →

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The “Siren of TI” Chopper Custom Metal Sculpture

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
"Siren of TI" Chopper by Scott Cawood Metal Artist at CustomMade.com

CustomMade artisan Scott Cawood has wrought a sea change on a motorcycle. If you’ve visited Treasure Island Casino in Las Vegas recently, you may have already seen the “Siren of TI” Chopper, an amazing custom sculpture by Scott Cawood Metal … Continue reading →

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Play that funky music, Batson Guitar Co.!

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
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Today we visit the shop of Cory and Grant Batson of Batson Guitars – self-proclaimed luthiers, they’re a couple of brothers making sweet custom, handmade guitars and other stringed instruments. The Batson’s have been featured in Acoutic Guitar Daily and … Continue reading →

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Terry Kelly Furniture and the Art of the Philly Comb Back Chair

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
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Terry Kelly joins us today from Mapleton, Maine to tell/give a glimpse into the world of Windsor Chair building by getting to know a special Windsor – the Philly Comb Back chair. This is the chair that really got me … Continue reading →

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Copper for Custom Jewelry

Posted on February 13, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Copper Enamel Pendant #1 by Dimensional Colors, available at CustomMade.com

Copper’s warm earthy color and its ability to take on patinas make it a versatile metal for decorative uses around the home and in custom jewelry design.   You can see copper in a range of roles in these custom jewelry … Continue reading →

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A Custom Guitar Can Tell You a Story

Posted on February 12, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
The Lindisfarne Guitar by Robinson Custom Inlays at CustomMade.com

At CustomMade, we like to share the stories of the one-of-a-kind items created by our community of artisans.  The guitar is a modern storyteller with few peers.  Think of all the songs and compositions we’ve heard through guitar music throughout … Continue reading →

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Independent Designer’s Market (IDM Boston): Opening Weekend this Saturday Feb. 12th!

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
Camilo Cardenas, Chocolate Silhouette

Kimberly Benson of Independent Designer’s Market/ IDM tells us about how her organization seeks to carve out a space for Boston’s independent designers and artists in the community – starting this Saturday in Harvard Square! Independent Designer’s Market/ IDM Boston … Continue reading →

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Custom Wood Jewelry

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Pedro| 3 Comments
Wooden Bangle Bracelets by Cripple Creek Woodworks at CustomMade.com

Custom jewelry design can feature a dazzling range of precious metals, gems, and beadwork.  At CustomMade, you can also add wood to the mix.   The examples below all showcase expert carving and turning skills that bring out the beauty of … Continue reading →

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Custom Made Jewelry for Vikings, Samurai, and Cowboys

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Magnetite Druzy and Sterling Silver Pendant by Meadowlark Designs, available at CustomMade.com

Are you looking for custom jewelry ideas for a special man with a basic, rugged sense of style? A CustomMade artisan can create a custom jewelry design for you that can reflect his character and appeal to his sense of … Continue reading →

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Eight Design Ideas for Your Handmade Bedroom Furniture Set

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Mickey| Comments Off
Four-Poster Canopy Bed by Aardvark Woodcraft at CustomMade.com

How relaxed do you feel when you walk into your bedroom at night? Your home may be your castle, but your bedroom is your sanctuary. Your bedroom’s decor should make you feel calm and safe, while your bedroom furniture should … Continue reading →

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Make a Statement with Custom Jewelry

Posted on February 9, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Hand Stamped Quote Earrings by Cobweb Corner at CustomMade.com

A play of light or movement on a smart custom made jewelry piece is sure to attract attention when you enter a room, and a unique custom jewelry design will put the spotlight squarely on you.  While you have the … Continue reading →

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Custom Made Jewelry

Posted on February 7, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
JILLIAN Swarovski Crystal Earrings and Hair Clip by the Stefanie Somers Collection at CustomMade.com

Whether you’re looking for a gift for Valentine’s Day or art you can wear to complement your wardrobe, CustomMade artisans can create custom jewelry for any occasion in any style you like – from traditional designs to quirky concepts.  If … Continue reading →

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Unique and Handmade Custom Children’s Furniture

Posted on February 7, 2011 by Mickey| Leave a comment
Story Book Slide by Working Designs and Installations LLC at CustomMade.com

Sail Your Child’s Way to Bed, Use a Boat Bed Find a maker to help you acquire not just the design you want but also the quality of handmade items for your home, your children’s room, and your outdoor living … Continue reading →

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Custom Intarsia Art

Posted on February 5, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Country Church Intarsia by Jim's Wood-n-Stuff Intarsia at CustomMade.com

Creating exquisite mosaics from wood: the ancient tradition of intarsia is alive and well in the CustomMade community.  Although this custom carving style lends itself to making works of art you can hang on your walls, intarsia woodworking can also … Continue reading →

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Depths and Orbits: Unique Custom Coffee Tables

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Koi Pond Coffee Table by Sonrise Woodcarving Studio at CustomMade.com

Although the coffee table can be an ensemble piece that holds your living room together, with the exception of chairs and sofas, the coffee table will most likely be the furniture that your guests will be closest to physically. That … Continue reading →

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Custom Keepsake Boxes

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Mickey| Leave a comment
Just Boxes by Kandi Boxes at CustomMade.com

If you are looking for a great way to store your most cherished belongings, consider investing in a maple keepsake box. Skilled and creative artisans, who have been working in the industry for years, beautifully design these custom made boxes. … Continue reading →

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Custom Built-ins and Your HVAC System

Posted on February 3, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Cherry Door and Ventilation Cover by Yeager Woodworking at CustomMade.com

This winter has most likely rekindled your appreciation of your heating system, whether it’s a fireplace, radiator, or heating stove.  The HVAC system (Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning) deserves some custom love, too.  Since HVAC systems require clear space around … Continue reading →

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Keeping Your Baby Safe Around Your Custom Fireplace

Posted on February 3, 2011 by Mickey| Comments Off
Fireplace Safety Gate by The Keep Safe Company

If you have a baby and a fireplace in your home, it is extremely important to take safety precautions. Babies, especially when they’re mobile, are very active and would crawl to where they can go and would touch and play … Continue reading →

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Boston Business Journal: CustomMade Measures 600% Revenue Growth

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment

How disruptive is going custom? Read about CustomMade’s successes in 2010 and co-founder and CEO Mike Salguero’s plans for revenue growth and doubling the company headcount in 2011 in the Boston Business Journal article, “CustomMade Measures 600% Revenue Growth.“ CustomMade … Continue reading →

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Take Your Flat-Screen TV to New Places with Custom Entertainment Centers

Posted on February 2, 2011 by Pedro| 3 Comments
Mahogany Bed with TV Lift and Swivel by Jeffrey Scott Designs at CustomMade.com

In the typical home today, you can find TVs in the living room, kitchen, bedrooms, and bathrooms.  Contemporary flat-screen technology and the expertise of woodworkers like those in the CustomMade family make it possible to showcase or conceal your TVs … Continue reading →

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Custom Wall Art

Posted on February 1, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Animal Spirit Totem Plaque by Celtic Art & Otherworld Surprises at CustomMade.com

If you’re in the market for wall art, what will the custom approach give you?  Do you want to commission a unique piece with a particular theme or style? Do you need artwork that will fit in a particular spot … Continue reading →

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Lost and Found: Stories of Rescued Wood, Stone, and Metal

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Lowboy by Pernt at CustomMade.com

What does all custom furniture have in common?  Every custom item has a unique story behind it: the story of the inspiration, commission, and construction of exactly one and only one made-to-order piece.  Custom furniture made from reclaimed wood or … Continue reading →

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Custom Cabinetry for Your Radiators

Posted on January 30, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Radiator Bench by Bob Kissane Woodworking at CustomMade.com

The area around your radiator may not look the part now, but with the right custom cabinet, that space can feature versatile and eye-catching furniture.  Quality custom built cabinet makers can create built-ins and surrounds that take full advantage of … Continue reading →

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Personalized Hardware for your Custom Built Wine Cellars

Posted on January 30, 2011 by Mickey| Leave a comment
Wine Cellar Door by La Puerta Originals, Inc., at CustomMade.com

Custommade.com is a wine enthusiasts dream! This web site has everything you need to furnish your own wine cellar and wine tasting room, be it for home use or for that shop you have always wanted to open! A taste … Continue reading →

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CustomMade Co-Founders Mike Salguero and Seth Rosen on the Front Page of Mass High Tech

Posted on January 28, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment

Keeping CustomMade visible and in the news, co-founders Mike Salguero and Seth Rosen are on today’s front page of the Mass High Tech website! Mike and Seth were photographed at BostInnovation’s website re-design launch party at Boston’s Ned Devine’s.  Check out the … Continue reading →

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Manage Your Message with a Custom Reception Desk

Posted on January 28, 2011 by Pedro| 2 Comments
Custom Reception Desk by Von Design, Inc., at CustomMade.com

If you’re a business owner, you know that your corporate image and brand are important in a competitive business environment.  Whether your workplace receives consumers or partners, the reception desk is likely the first furniture piece visitors will see when … Continue reading →

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Open Your Custom Living Room Design with Creative Interior Doorways

Posted on January 27, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Screen Room Divider by Chrysalis Woodworks

Adding screens and multi-faceted furniture to your custom living room design can help define smaller areas within a large room or create multiple points of interest in a small room.  If you are looking for more ways to fine-tune the … Continue reading →

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Should you build a custom house?

Posted on January 27, 2011 by Mickey| Comments Off
Custom Built Home by Emerald Custom Wood Design at CustomMade.com

Custom houses are expensive to build but if you know what you want from the start, you can avoid unnecessary expenses. It may have taken you all of your life to finally be financially able to build your custom dream … Continue reading →

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Custom Built-ins, Mantels, Surrounds, and Screens for Various Heating Systems

Posted on January 26, 2011 by Pedro| 4 Comments
Custom Radiator Cabinetry by Hudson Cabinetry and Design at CustomMade.com

Custom fireplace doors, screens, and mantels can make beautiful additions to your home.  Built-in cabinetry and surrounds for custom fireplaces can highlight your hearth and fireplace mantel or harmonize them with your room décor. No fireplace? No problem. A CustomMade … Continue reading →

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Custom Stained Glass Accents for Your Furniture

Posted on January 25, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Mahogany Dining Chair with Stained Glass Inserts by Rahn Woodworking & Design at CustomMade.com

Adding custom stained glass windows and doors to your home is a classic and elegant way to make a beautiful and dramatic statement of style.  Stained glass doors can greet your visitors and introduce them to your personality and tastes.  … Continue reading →

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Special Effects: Visual Characteristics of Reclaimed Wood

Posted on January 24, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Rustic-Modern Coffee Table by San Diego Urban Timber at CustomMade.com

What do you gain by using reclaimed wood in your custom furniture project?  You’ll be supporting environmentally friendly practices and local artisan businesses.  Your furniture can be made to fit any decorating style you like and it will have a … Continue reading →

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Custom Hidden Flat Screen TV Furniture – Options for Custom Cabinets that Hide Your Plasma or LCD TV

Posted on January 24, 2011 by Mickey| Comments Off
Brookline, Modern, TV Stand, Entertainment Center by Lyndon Furniture at CustomMade.com

As televisions have gotten larger, they have begun to dominate more and more of homes’ living room and family room decor. Televisions even take over bedrooms. While you enjoy having a big television, it is much better to place it … Continue reading →

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Lift Your Spirits: More Ideas for Custom Stairways

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Pedro| 3 Comments
Organic Style Handrail by Brian Hughes Artist Blacksmith at CustomMade.com

Are you looking for ideas for remodeling or designing stairways? A custom staircase that celebrates the experience of lifting you into the air will add a dynamic showcase piece to your home.  Stairs are more than a way of getting … Continue reading →

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Tips for Having a Custom Dresser Built

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Mickey| Leave a comment
Inamorata Semainaire by Wiggers Custom Furniture Ltd. at CustomMade.com

Have you ever thought about doing something really wild in your bedroom? Okay, let’s rephrase that before you think that this article is R rated. What we are talking here is about design and turning the drabness of an ordinary … Continue reading →

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Custom Entertainment Centers for the Way You Live

Posted on January 22, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Cherry Family Room by Hudson Cabinetmaking, Inc., at CustomMade.com

Sometimes it’s hard to define a room by a single function.  You may watch TV in the dining room or work online in your kitchen.  Can you even count the different things going on in your living room?  Even furniture … Continue reading →

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Incorporating Custom Furniture and Cabinets into Your Remodeling and Construction

Posted on January 22, 2011 by Mickey| Comments Off
Residential Bar by Architectural Accents at CustomMade.com

Many people are finding it difficult to envision what the end-product of a remodeling or reconstruction project would be. Many times, what is conceived in their minds is not really reflected by the finished product.  Many home owners get disappointed … Continue reading →

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Screens, Built-ins, and Carvings for Custom Fireplaces

Posted on January 21, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Family Room with Custom Bookcases and Fireplace Mantel by Jed Dinger Design

Has this winter renewed your interest in custom fireplaces?  If you plan on spending quality time around a blazing hearth, take a look at the options a CustomMade artisan can bring to your remodeling plans: custom fireplace doors, built-in cabinetry … Continue reading →

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Augment Your Art Nouveau Style Home with Custom Furnishings and Custom Chandeliers

Posted on January 21, 2011 by Mickey| Leave a comment
Candelabras by Maynard Studios at CustomMade.com

Art Nouveau is French for “new art,” but this style has been around since the late 1800s when it was introduced in Paris, France. Art Nouveau includes grand, sweeping styles of daring curves, fanciful swirls, and designs that are at … Continue reading →

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Vintage Style for Your Custom Home Theater Systems

Posted on January 20, 2011 by Pedro| 1 Comment
Asian Style Home Theater by Signature Gallery at CustomMade.com

The sleek designs of state-of-the-art flat-screen TVs are changing the way we watch broadcast programming and movies at home.  The dimensions and weight of the latest generation of TVs make available many options for housing custom entertainment centers: wall mounts, … Continue reading →

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Custom Kidney Shaped or Round Desks

Posted on January 20, 2011 by Mickey| Leave a comment
Kidney Shaped Desk by Wiggers Custom Furniture Ltd. at CustomMade.com

Find a skilled craftsman who can design a desk just for you here in CustomMade. Desks available on the site suit a variety of needs. Whether you need a desk with tons of storage, or an original design to serve … Continue reading →

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The Stories Behind Reclaimed Wood Furniture

Posted on January 19, 2011 by Pedro| 2 Comments
2nd Run Pine Bookshelves by Dilettante Studios at CustomMade.com

CustomMade has strived to spread the word about the environmental benefits of custom furniture made from salvaged wood and to break the stereotype that equates eco-friendly furniture with a particular design style or type of consumer.  Your custom barnwood furniture … Continue reading →

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Custom Dining Tables Made from Rare Wood

Posted on January 19, 2011 by Mickey| 3 Comments
One Board Bubinga Dining Table by Morgan Woodworks, Ltd., at CustomMade.com

Before your family can share a lovely meal together, you will need a dining room for this to take place in. The star of a dining room is definitely the table. There are so many styles and materials to choose … Continue reading →

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Using Custom Outdoor Installations in Your Backyard

Posted on January 18, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
NightOrbs on Granite Steps by Night Orbs at CustomMade.com

Your backyard can be your playground when it comes to your outdoor customization visions.  Do you want to showcase areas like gardens and gazebos?  Do you prefer open lawns and natural features as the main attractions?  Custom landscape architecture and … Continue reading →

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Customize Your Kitchen with Custom Walnut or Cherry Cabinets

Posted on January 18, 2011 by Mickey| Leave a comment
Walnut Kitchen by North Park Woodcraft Ltd. at CustomMade.com

Many people would like to get what’s best out of their kitchen. However, it can be very frustrating to cook not only in a poorly functioning kitchen but also in an unappealing kitchen. When a kitchen is a stunning showplace, … Continue reading →

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Young, Hip, and Workin’ Wood: Regeneration Exhibition Call for Entries

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Arielle| Leave a comment
The guys from Urban Timber, photo by Photo by Ryan Allan | Riviera magazine | March 22, 2010

The art and craft of woodworking is seasoned practice laden with time-honored traditions, but young woodworkers are a determined bunch, melding today’s resources, circumstances, and experiences with the expertise learned through traditional woodworking. To encourage and showcase the new generation of … Continue reading →

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Accent Your Custom Kitchen or Bathroom with Unique Tiles and Backsplashes

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Child's Bathroom Tile - The Jessie Wilcox Smith Collection by B.A. Schmidt Arts at CustomMade.com

Kitchens and bathrooms are perhaps the most visited rooms in any home. It’s no surprise these spaces are so often the objects of homeowners’ renovation dreams.  A custom bathroom design or a custom kitchen remodeling project can create a model … Continue reading →

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Reclaimed Wood Furniture in Multiple Styles

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Pedro| 3 Comments
Modern/Rustic Carmel Kitchen by Jory Brigham Designs at CustomMade.com

When you select reclaimed wood and other recycled materials for your custom furniture, you will be supporting eco-friendly business practices and giving new life to resources that are still useful but would otherwise end up in a landfill.  You don’t … Continue reading →

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BostInnovation on CustomMade’s Revenue Growth and Plans for the Future

Posted on January 14, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
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CustomMade is again in the news.  BostInnovation has published an article on CustomMade’s revenue growth and its continually evolving efforts to put consumers in touch with custom makers.  Mike Salguero, co-founder and CEO, and Matt Goldstein, Vice President of Corporate … Continue reading →

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Flights of Fancy: Design Options for Your Custom Stairs

Posted on January 14, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Snake Handrail by David Browne Metal Design at CustomMade.com

Your home’s unique style starts on the ground.  Beautiful hardwood flooring, carpets, or tiles can set the stage in every room for your furniture, built-ins, and home décor items.  If you have a multi-level home, you can also explore some … Continue reading →

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Ideas for Custom Jewelry Storage and Custom Jewelry Boxes

Posted on January 13, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Nightingale Storage Chest by Gallivan's Art Furniture at CustomMade.com

Jewelry boxes, keepsake boxes, hope chests, or just a place to stash whatever you have lying on the floor: storage space is a must, and with custom storage solutions you might actually have fun using it, too.  From custom trunks … Continue reading →

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Decorating with Custom Glass Artwork and Installations

Posted on January 13, 2011 by Mickey| Leave a comment
Decorative Glass Pumpkins by Chris Johnson Glass at CustomMade.com

Glass artworks bring a touch of grace, radiance, and personality to every environment. A simple glass piece may transform a room by illuminating the surroundings with its delicate mixture of light and colors. CustomMade humbly presents you with skilled artisans … Continue reading →

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Adding Room Dividers to your Custom Living Room Design

Posted on January 12, 2011 by Pedro| 3 Comments
9-Panel Folding Screen by Scott King Furniture at CustomMade.com

Do you have an open living room that appears remote?  Do you have a small living room that feels crowded?  If you include room dividers in your custom living room design or remodeling plans, you can tweak that space however … Continue reading →

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Designing and Building a Custom Reading Room

Posted on January 12, 2011 by Mickey| Leave a comment
Library by NL Woodworking Company at CustomMade.com

If you are a bibliophile, then you have surely dreamed of having a grand library in your house. While you may not have the space to rival the Library of Alexandria, you can still create a lovely reading den. You … Continue reading →

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CustomMade: One of “America’s Most Promising Startups” according to Bloomberg Businessweek

Posted on January 11, 2011 by Pedro| 2 Comments

Bloomberg Businessweek has featured CustomMade in “America’s Most Promising Startups,” an ongoing series that showcases new businesses “that embody the creativity and resilience common among today’s entrepreneurs.”  The CustomMade profile, “Matching Skilled Artisans with Discerning Shoppers,” will give you a … Continue reading →

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Built-in Wall Units Take Care of Congestion

Posted on January 11, 2011 by Mickey| Leave a comment
Built in Drawer Unit by Dan Paret, Woodworker, at CustomMade.com

Additional storage space is one of the most pressing needs in many homes. Most of us have cobbled together a variety of solutions to this problem by storing our books, DVDs, and audio equipment in a collection of furniture that … Continue reading →

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Custom Fireplace Design

Posted on January 11, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Hand Carved Fireplace Mantels by Chateau Designs at CustomMade.com

Whether a source of heat or strictly decorative, a fireplace usually occupies a prominent location and a good deal of space in your living or family room.  If you’re planning a makeover for the room that houses your hearth, be … Continue reading →

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Getting the Look, Living your Life, and Using the Knowledge: Custom Cabinets vs. Pre-Fabricated Cabinets

Posted on January 10, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Asian Inspired Kitchen by Design in Wood, Inc., at CustomMade.com

When you pay for custom cabinetry, you’re making an investment in your home.  You might pay a competitive or higher price for custom than for pre-fabricated cabinets, but what are you really paying for?  With custom cabinets, more of your … Continue reading →

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Tips for Designing a Custom Built In Library

Posted on January 10, 2011 by Mickey| Leave a comment
Mahogany English Library by Artisans of the Valley at CustomMade.com

Piling heaps of leather-bound novels, overfilled notebooks, and paperback books on nightstands, coffee tables, and kitchen counters only looks chic in Hollywood productions. In real life, people prefer an easy route through their homes or apartments to their front doors … Continue reading →

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Elegant Strength: Custom Walnut Furniture

Posted on January 9, 2011 by Mickey| Leave a comment
Dresser by Fine Ideas Furniture at CustomMade.com

Elegant strength is the best way to describe the character of walnut.  A dense, hard wood that can range in color from creamy white to dark brown, walnut also has beautiful grain figuring that by itself is striking but can … Continue reading →

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Creating Custom Home Office Furniture: Designing Storage Solutions

Posted on January 8, 2011 by Mickey| 3 Comments
Asian-Influenced Arts & Crafts Office Cabinetry by Phi Home Designs at CustomMade.com

Does your home office look like a riot? Do you have files and papers strewn about and a laptop perched precariously on a stack of open books?  Do you have to clear a path to the printer?   Clutter can … Continue reading →

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Durability? Go For an African Hardwood Like Bubinga, Wenge, or Sapele

Posted on January 7, 2011 by Mickey| Comments Off
Highly Distressed High Figure Bubinga Classical Guitar by GuitarMasterWorks at CustomMade.com

Bubinga, a member of the Leguminosae family, is an exotic hardwood. Also known as African rosewood, it grows in equatorial Africa, thriving in wetlands and near lakes and rivers. Bubinga is a premium wood highly valued for furniture making, guitar … Continue reading →

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Customized Handmade Home Bookcases – Adjustable Shelves to Organize your Books

Posted on January 7, 2011 by Mickey| Comments Off
Walnut Library by The Kempner Co., Inc., at CustomMade.com

Do you often find yourself searching for misplaced books? Going through disorganized piles of books can be so time consuming hence; here are some options for you to consider so you can avoid such annoyance. First, search for a bookcase … Continue reading →

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More Custom Made Boats and Paddles for Your Outdoor Adventures

Posted on January 7, 2011 by Mickey| Comments Off
Custom Whitewater Dory by Blue Sky Woodcraft at CustomMade.com

What kind of boating adventures appeal to you?  Can you see yourself braving white water rapids?  Do you imagine yourself gliding silently down a river surrounded by deep forests and birdsong?  There are many kinds of watercraft for every kind … Continue reading →

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Custom Bedroom Furniture Collections – Solace in Your Very Own Bedroom

Posted on January 6, 2011 by Mickey| Comments Off
Kyoto Bed by Michael Yates Design, available at CustomMade.com

With the busy life that is led in today’s challenging economy, it is becoming increasingly evident that recharging one’s energy to tackle the following day can make or break the flow of a day. A good night’s sleep is dependent … Continue reading →

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Incorporating Handmade Custom Garden Benches into Your Garden’s Decor

Posted on January 6, 2011 by Mickey| Comments Off
Natural Edge Walnut Bench by Cyma Furniture Design at CustomMade.com

While it may seem that your garden is beautiful enough on its own, you can always make it an even more inviting area by placing a custom made bench along its edge. With a garden bench, you and your guests … Continue reading →

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Using Custom Sinks in your Bathroom Remodeling Project

Posted on January 5, 2011 by Mickey| Comments Off
Custom Kitchen Painted Cabinetry by Superior Woodcraft, Inc., and CustomMade.com

Using Custom Sinks in your Bathroom Remodeling Project In every home, the bathrooms and the kitchen are the most frustrating rooms to keep clean since cleaning them with the wrong type of scrub brush or chemical solution may ruin their … Continue reading →

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Seven Unique Custom Cabinets

Posted on January 5, 2011 by Pedro| Leave a comment
Mahogany Kitchen by Case by Case Cabinets at CustomMade.com

What motivates you to choose custom made cabinetry?  True, it’s a sound investment that will add to your home’s value, but opting for custom cabinets is also a chance to create something wholly unique, whether the motivation springs from within … Continue reading →

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Custom Inlay Work: Tables, Floors, Guitars, Clocks and More!

Posted on January 4, 2011 by Mickey| Comments Off
Marquetry Side Tables Special Offer by T.A. Christenson Woodesign at CustomMade.com

Custom Inlay Work: Tables, Floors, Guitars, Clocks and More! Some inlays are subtle, and use only natural wood to accentuate a piece of furniture. Often, it could be just a slight variation from the furniture’s own wood being inlaid. Some … Continue reading →

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Four Ideas to Inspire Custom Home Office Furniture Designs

Posted on January 4, 2011 by Mickey| Comments Off
Gateway Arch Desk by Custom Furniture Creations at CustomMade.com

Four Ideas to Inspire Custom Home Office Furniture Designs Whether it is for personal or career work, a home office is a space where one must be able to think clearly, accomplish tasks, and be able to focus. Making the … Continue reading →

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Find Custom Furniture in New York City with “Location Search”

Posted on January 3, 2011 by Seth| Leave a comment
"Antipode" by WUMATO DESIGN studios at CustomMade.com

Seeing your personal vision for your furniture take shape at the hands of a master craftsperson is an amazing experience that you can only get when you go custom.  CustomMade artisans will take the time to understand exactly what you … Continue reading →

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Custom Built Racks, Shelves, and Storage for Your CD, Record, and DVD Collection

Posted on January 3, 2011 by Mickey| Comments Off
Built-ins by JJ Carpentry Inc. at CustomMade.com

Custom Built Racks, Shelves, and Storage for Your CD, Record, and DVD Collection By this point in your life, you may own hundreds of CDs, and dozens, or even hundreds, of DVDs, not to mention the records, cassette tapes, and … Continue reading →

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Choosing a Material for Your Handmade Dining Furniture

Posted on January 3, 2011 by Mickey| Comments Off
Arts and Crafts Dining Set by M&B Customs at CustomMade.com

Choosing a Material for Your Handmade Dining Furniture Whether a meal is being planned for family, friends or other guests, there are several things to consider to make it a pleasant and memorable experience. Many people look back on fond … Continue reading →

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Designing Your Custom Entertainment Center

Posted on January 2, 2011 by Mickey| Comments Off
Cherry Veneer Home Theater Bookcase by Eidos Design Studio at CustomMade.com

Whether you’re looking for the best way to house your new flat-screen TV or just trying to get your DVDs stored in one location, a custom entertainment center will help you get the most from your media devices.  Choose a … Continue reading →

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Chinese-Inspired Hutches Balance Simple Elegance and Ornamentation

Posted on January 2, 2011 by Mickey| Comments Off
Cherry Dining Room China Cabinet by Carolina Wood Designs at CustomMade.com

Chinese inispired decor is a great way to bring both interesting design elements and a dose of calm into your home. A well selected hutch is a great way to bring those elements to your dining room because a hutch is … Continue reading →

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Handmade and Unique Custom Console Tables Inspired by a Fine Hotel’s Decor

Posted on January 1, 2011 by Mickey| Comments Off
Mesquite Table on Sculpted Base by McNitt Bros. Wood Works at CustomMade.com

Meet the Finest Hotels’ Aura with Your Own UNIQUE Console Table The finest hotels in the industry all have at least one thing in common: they have incredibly nice furniture and impeccable décor. Staying in a nice hotel means being … Continue reading →

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