Speak the Language of Craft: A Beginner’s Guide to Arts & Crafts Furniture Terms
Sylvia Zamora Sylvia Zamora

Speak the Language of Craft: A Beginner’s Guide to Arts & Crafts Furniture Terms

Unlock the craftsmanship behind the classics.
This quick-start guide breaks down the most common terms used to describe Arts and Crafts furniture — from quarter-sawn oak to mortise and tenon joinery. Whether you're a new collector or just curious, you'll walk away with the vocabulary to better appreciate the beauty and value of Mission-style design.

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Part 3. The Arts and Crafts Movement in the Modern Age: A Legacy of Sustainability, Craftsmanship, and Ethical Living
Sylvia Zamora Sylvia Zamora

Part 3. The Arts and Crafts Movement in the Modern Age: A Legacy of Sustainability, Craftsmanship, and Ethical Living

The Arts and Crafts movement may have begun over a century ago, but its ideals—craftsmanship, sustainability, and meaningful work—are more relevant than ever. In a world dominated by mass production and disposability, a new generation is rediscovering the value of handmade, long-lasting goods. From ethical labor practices to environmental consciousness, the philosophy that fueled Gustav Stickley and the Roycrofters is alive and well today. The past, it seems, still has much to teach us.

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