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You’ve probably heard that Amish crafters are known for making high-quality furniture — in fact, it might even be a little odd if you haven’t heard that, since the Amish created some of the first settlements in the U.S. (long before it was even called the United States) and Amish craftsmen have been creating superior indoor furniture

Suffering from too much clutter? That’s the problem with having a spacious house with a lawn — at first, all that space seems wonderful. But as items pile up — things you forgot you had, and a few things you’ve never even seen before — that space becomes your worst nightmare. If you’re thinking about

A recent article for the Wall Street Journal states that many people are finding it difficult to sell old furniture — even pieces considered to be valuable family heirlooms — when they want to downsize their homes and reduce clutter. This article, which likens selling old furniture to “junk removal” processes, states that the market for valuable

Anyone familiar with Amish culture in the U.S. knows that the Amish are renowned indoor and outdoor furniture specialists. Amish wood crafting is famous for both its durability and its aesthetic quality. But do you know how the tradition of Amish woodcrafting got started? Whether you’re interested in a quick history lesson, or you’re just

The Amish in America may be known for their barn-raising, but when it comes to building, they can do a lot more. Amish sheds for storage, Amish gazebos for entertaining, and Amish cupolas for decoration can all add a handcrafted touch to any home and garden. Also, Amish furniture and structures are built from the

This year, the harsh winter and extended cold months caused homeowners across the United States, particularly in the Northeast, to put off spring landscaping projects that they otherwise would have started earlier in the year. As a result, you might find that you simply don’t have the time you normally do to pull tools out

There is never enough room in your yard for all your outdoor supplies. The cars usually take up most of the garage, and the rest of the space is crammed with rakes, shovels, your children’s toys, and rusty tools that you barely use. Lack of space can be even more frustrating if you are an

Most everyone knows how amazing Amish built garages are. These humble, honest people hand craft high-quality woods to produce beautiful, practical work that lasts a lifetime. Amish sheds are great work spaces for any of your own projects or storage needs, but doesn’t it almost seem like a bit of a waste? Why treat beautiful

While the approach of April might mean that you can put the snow shovels away and not have to worry about doing backbreaking snow removal until next winter, the arrival of spring also means that it is almost time to do yard work. While some people are able to hire landscapers to keep their yard

The Amish people of the U.S., who live primarily in New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Indiana, are unique in that they shun most regular appliances -— everything from cell phones to cars -— are very religious, and live in close-knit communities that are largely separated from the rest of society. Why are Amish goods so