George’s Furniture Articles

Out of Ashes, A Woodshop Rises

A Calamitous Night George’s Woodcrafts had just turned 20 years old.  George Martin’s efforts had grown a custom, solid wood furniture-making business that employed about 8 full-time craftsman. George and his family had retired for the night on April 28, 1989. ...

2020 is George’s Furniture’s 50th Anniversary!

As 2019 draws to a close, we look forward to 2020 with anticipation and excitement. The Christmas season surely brings a sense of excitement and wonder as we celebrate the coming of Jesus for the salvation of the world. We pray that the remaining days of 2019 are a...

History of non-tip rocking chair

Why a non-tip rocker? When George was small, he had so much fun rocking in his grandma’s antique rocker that he tipped it right over. After recovering from the fall, he promised his mother that if he ever built a rocker, he would make one that would not tip over....

What is a Hope Chest? Are Hope Chests Outdated?

Spanning centuries, the Hope Chest is an ancient tradition in which a wooden chest is filled with household items. This handcrafted chest would be prepared for a young girl to aid her for her eventual status as a wife. The term hope implied wishes for a good future...