Shaker Shelf & Coat Rack

This article first appeared in The GMC Group’s Publication Woodwork Craft Issue 2016

If you have been following my articles over the last two years, you will have seen that I have been making Shaker style pieces.

The Shakers had a very minimalist lifestyle and this way of life was reflected in the style of their furniture – minimalistic, no frills and elegant – which centuries later is still very popular and highly sort after.

Most Shaker furniture is now in private collections or in museums. Shaker furniture has a long and detailed history, one that continues to be remembered by those that appreciate fine furniture as works of art.

full article can be read here.

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