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CustomMade.com launches revamped site
Written by Jennifer Hicks Tuesday, 28 July 2009 19:30
A revamped version of CustomMade.com was launched in May to better link custom woodworkers to prospective clients seeking their services. The Web site was purchased in January by Boston-based CustomMade Ventures, a privately funded corporation led by CEO Mike Salguero and board chairman Seth Rosen.
Furniture Society focuses on production
Written by Jennifer Hicks Tuesday, 28 July 2009 19:24
The Furniture Society's annual conference was a success in terms of the well-attended presentations and overall satisfaction of the membership. The conference, held June 10-13 at Appalachian State University in Boone, N.C., played on the region's strong history in manufacturing and the theme, "Industrious: The Design, Craft & Commerce of Furniture Making."
Wide audience traveled for NexGen 2009
Written by Jennifer Hicks Tuesday, 28 July 2009 19:21
Second event planned for February 2010 after Biesse America and Stiles Machinery had success with new open house
N.Y. artisan given Smithsonian award
Written by Jennifer Hicks Friday, 26 June 2009 17:50
Michael Puryear, who runs a one-man shop, honored with the Silver Award for his contemporary woodworking skills
WAC grant will help N.Y. furniture maker
Written by Jennifer Hicks Friday, 26 June 2009 17:46
Judd Weisberg, of Judd Weisberg Designs in Lexington, N.Y., is a rustic designer, teacher and custom furniture builder who recently completed a project to improve his company’s ability to attract new customers. The project was funded, in part, through a federal grant administered by the Watershed Agricultural Council’s Forestry Program.
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