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Versatile Boxes for Your Custom Wedding Plans

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on December 31, 2011

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, whether you’re going to be a guest or groom, a bridesmaid or bride.  Custom boxes [...]

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Steampunk Chic and Custom Designs

Posted by Pedro in Concepts & Buyer Guides, For Customers on December 30, 2011

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 century steam-powered technology continued to advance to the present day and beyond.  Even if the [...]

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

Posted by Pedro in For Customers, Maker Spotlight on December 29, 2011

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 a need for extra storage and some dead space.  Working out of Napa, CA, Philip [...]

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Bling in the New Year

Posted by Marcie in For Customers, Our Favorite Custom Finds on December 27, 2011

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 of CustomMade blingology, take a look at this striking pendant necklace meticulously created by custom [...]

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Preserving the Architectural Past in the Internet Age

Posted by Pedro in For Makers, The Pro Shop on December 26, 2011

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 look the part; it is a part of the past.  Take this rustic table with [...]

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Custom Works from Unusual Repurposed Objects

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on December 24, 2011

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 share some wonderful times) and was reminded that many amazing custom projects have incorporated recycled [...]

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Custom Gifts for Hanukkah

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on December 23, 2011

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 year, the middle of the 8-day Jewish “Feast of Dedication,” is a good time to [...]

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

Posted by Pedro in For Customers, Maker Spotlight on December 22, 2011

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 review the client wrote for artisan Rick Hensley:

He creates everything from rustic [...]

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

Posted by Marcie in For Makers, The Pro Shop on December 21, 2011

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 Atlanta, GA.

Part 2:  Your Business Model Clean-Up Checklist

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For Christmas Yet To Come, Custom Decorations

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on December 21, 2011

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 a look at some wonderful creations in glass, metal, wood, and leather by our CustomMade [...]

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