by Vicki Nemeth
 
Choosing handcrafted wood furniture can be so much more complicated than picking up particleboard at the big box store. You have more style features and customizations to choose from. No surprise that we get a lot of questions about what we mean when we talk about features. So let’s talk about corbels.
 

 

What is a corbel?

 
A corbel is a kind of triangular bracket that holds up protruding pieces against vertical surfaces in furniture and architecture. What sets corbels apart from regular brackets is corbels contribute to the style of a piece of furniture or architecture in addition to its structural integrity.
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by Vicki Nemeth
 
With its bright sunlight, lush plants and big sky, being in the great outdoors can be a boon to your health.

But what if you only have a balcony, or you don’t care about getting active? That’s okay! Getting outside doesn’t require a ton of space or a super-fit body. In fact, you can spend more time outdoors just by bringing your regular activities outside. Here are 12 indoor activities that you can bring outside with the right kind of handcrafted furniture.
 
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by Vicki Nemeth

While keeping up with our computerized world is an advantage, many kinds of software are designed to addict the human brain. On the other hand, being outside has physical and mental health benefits that we all need to grow well-adjusted and capable. Here are 11 activities that your kids and teens can do outside when you have a property.

Keep in mind that outdoor activities are risky, and some activities are only age appropriate for certain kids. It is up to you to decide whether your child is ready to try an activity, and it’s up to you to mitigate the risks.

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by Vicki Nemeth

Want to get out in the backyard this summer? There are a lot of activities you can do outside with just a little plot of land and some high quality outdoor furniture. While larger properties offer big possibilities, suburban backyards can offer ways for you to strengthen neighborhood communities. Here are 14 of them.

While some of these activities are more dangerous than others, it is up to you to decide the right risk level for you and your family.

This is Part 2 of a four-part series on getting outside on your property with furniture.

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by Vicki Nemeth

Land! The dream! A large property is a great place to get outside this summer. If you have a big piece of land, or are checking one out, consider these 16 things to do on it and furniture suggestions.

Keep in mind that outdoor activities can be dangerous and make sure you understand the risks to yourself, others and animals before trying anything.

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