Mar19

Getting the Most of Your Amish Furniture Experience, Part 1

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Hand-Crafted Amish Wood Furniture

The world of Hand-Crafted Amish Wood Furniture can be at once exciting and overwhelming. Hand-Crafted Amish Wood Furniture with a huge variety of styles, designs and custom options, it can be difficult to know where to begin. For veteran furniture-enthusiasts, part of the thrill of hand-crafted wood furniture lies in the history, in the variety of details and the uniqueness of each piece of furniture.

The history of Amish hand-crafted wood furniture dates back to the 17th century. Amish and Anabaptist Christians fled persecution in Europe and formed peaceful, close-knit communities on North American soil. There, they supported themselves with their native trades including woodworking. Soon they developed a reputation for their hard work ethic and their durably-constructed, gracefully-designed furniture.

Today, the Amish have become known for a variety of classic designs that bear the distinct “Amish” touch, such as the Mission, Shaker, and Queen Anne styles. Yet even within these designs, there are a variety of sub-designs. Even still, individual Amish craftsmen may design completely custom styles that are truly one-of-a-kind.

Check out our Shipshewana Amish Furniture Store to see more Amish-crafted furniture.