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The ZigZag Ergonomic Chair by Randy Weersing Furniture Designs

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on July 31, 2012

How do you fit a zigzag line into an ergonomic chair design?

CustomMade artisan Randy Weersing of Randy Weersing Furniture Designs turned a back-and-forth Z-pattern on its side to create a flexible seating “membrane” for the “ZigZag” ergonomic chair.  Only three pieces of high-grade laminated maple plywood were needed to bring this eye-catching minimalist chair [...]

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Reclaimed Materials from Historic Locations

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on July 28, 2012

The diaspora of reclaimed materials from the world famous Coney Island park in Brooklyn, NY, was the subject of a recent article in the New York Times.  Over the past few years, discarded Brazilian ipe wood from the iconic Coney Island boardwalk, sometimes literally rescued from dumpsters, writes Liz Robbins, has been used to create [...]

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Back to School in Custom Style: Student Gift Ideas

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on July 27, 2012

Fall is around the corner.  Looking for unique student gift ideas for your returning scholar? Have a CustomMade artisan create a truly one-of-a-kind accessory that will make your child the talk of the playground or the grad seminar (in a positive way).  You can find inspiration for all sorts of items in our CustomMade galleries, [...]

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New Ground for Tradition: Custom Stained Glass by Missouri Leaded Glass

Posted by Pedro in For Customers, Maker Spotlight on July 27, 2012

What comes to mind when you think of stained glass windows?

The “Queen of Pinups” as a “Hawaiian Princess” by Missouri Leaded Glass is a concept piece where CustomMade artisan David McArthur explores non-traditional applications for stained glass.  In addition to specializing in stained glass restoration and reproduction, David finds “new and creative ways to [...]

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Uncommon Beauty from Common Things: Upcycling Ideas for Unique Custom Creations

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on July 25, 2012

Upcycling involves reclaiming objects that would otherwise be thrown away and using them to create new works that preserve or improve the quality of the original objects.  If you browse our CustomMade galleries for upcycling ideas and inspirations for your own custom projects, you will see that there is a characteristic aesthetic dimension to this [...]

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Back in the Custom Saddle with 2nd Chance Custom Leather

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on July 24, 2012

A custom saddle by CustomMade artisan Rett Goss of 2nd Chance Custom Leather is a 100% handmade, hard working work of art.  Check out these completed custom saddles from Rett’s CustomMade portfolio and start imagining the unique custom saddle this 5th generation Montanan leatherworker can create for you and your horse.

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CustomMade Mythology: Designs Inspired by Myths and Legends

Posted by Pedro in Custom Inspiration, For Customers on July 21, 2012

Are you fond of mythic characters and epic tales? What fabulous creatures, wondrous beings, and ancient gods would populate the mythology designs for your next custom project?  Custom artwork, custom jewelry, or custom accessories and fixtures for your home can reflect your own personal pantheon when you share your mythology designs and ideas with our [...]

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Custom Designs for Transom Windows

Posted by Pedro in Concepts & Buyer Guides, For Customers on July 20, 2012

Beautify your home or place of business with transom windows by our CustomMade artisans.  A crown of glass above any door or window, custom designed to fit your style and specs, can add an eye-catching accent of light and color to any space, from vestibules to interior rooms.  Need help visualizing what custom transom windows [...]

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Metal Marshlands: Custom Stairway Railings and More by John Boyd Smith Metal Studios

Posted by Pedro in For Customers, Maker Spotlight on July 19, 2012

Staircases that look like trees, handrails that twist like vines, gates that seem to grow from the floor – custom metalwork that captures the natural world can bring an exquisite sense of beauty and vitality to functional fixtures that might otherwise be overlooked. CustomMade artisan John Smith of John Boyd Smith Metal Studios has created [...]

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Educating the Consumer: Budget and the Mind of the Customer

Posted by Marcie in CustomMade Maker Sucess, For Makers on July 19, 2012

Written by Maker Success Team member Heather Bailey.

Having something custom built is a new experience for most people. I must confess, before I began working at CustomMade, I had NO idea how much it would cost to have, let’s say, a custom bookshelf crafted for me. And if someone pressed me to come up [...]

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