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I specialize in detailed reproductions of antique sewing furniture, including spool cabinets, thread cabinets, sewing stands, and sewing accessories such as antique sewing caddies. I also specialize in furniture grade quilt racks in a variety of hardwoods and design styles. I personally make all the items pictured. All pieces begin with rough sawn boards of the highest quality North American hardwoods such as cherry, walnut, quarter sawn white oak, and curly (tiger) maple, mostly from eastern Pennsylvania. I work alone and devote as much time as necessary to each client’s individual piece. In addition to detailed reproductions I make custom modifications such as different woods, stain color, dimensions and varied drawer configurations. Quilt Racks: All quilt racks are available either in assembled and glued form or disassembled. Assembled quilt racks are not shipped because of the prohibitive cost for the large size. They can be ordered and picked up either in Toms River or at one of the shows I participate in (see Show Schedule page). Otherwise all quilt racks are made in disassembled form and shipped in a flat box; they can be assembled without tools, and there will be no visible fasteners. Quilt racks can also be customized; I have made extra large versions and specific sizes to fit a favorite space in a customer's home, and have made modifications to the configurations shown. It is possible to accommodate almost every need. Click on Products in the menu to the left to see all items. A note on the woods that I use: Since wood is a natural material, each board will be somewhat unique in grain and color. I strive to closely match the boards for each item in order to achieve a uniform appearance, unless a contrast is called for. Each unstained wood will age in its own way, with cherry darkening more than the others and maple the least. Items made of cherry with a clear finish will appear light initially, but will quickly start to darken and take on a rich, mellow color that can only be achieved with age. There is a noticeable difference in less than six months. Initial color contrasts within a cherry piece will even out with the aging of the wood. Color change in stained pieces is minimal over time. Finish: I use hand-applied stains that allow the grain of the wood to show and I apply four coats of hand rubbed satin varnish to each piece. This provides protection for the wood and fabrics that contact the item, and the low luster enhances the appearance of the wood grain. All the pieces I make, including the quilt racks and wall quilt hangers, are intended to be appropriate for placement in a sewing room, living room, family room, or bedroom alongside fine furniture. The finishes can be selected to be compatible with existing furnishings in the home. When appropriate I will send to a customer stain color samples on the same type of wood to be used in a piece to ensure compatibility. Shipping: I usually ship via UPS or the U.S. Post Office, and charge only what I have to pay plus the cost of packaging materials, which is kept to a minimum. Approximate shipping costs are shown; the cost will vary according to the size of the item, weight of the specific wood selected, and the destination. Assembled quilt racks and Shaker Sewing Stands are not shipped; alternate arrangements can be made as described above. Please contact me for additional information and to discuss your specific requirements. NOTE: If you contact me by means of the e-mail inquiry form on a product page you must include your e-mail address for a response. |
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