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Diane Russo
November 30, 2023

Diane Russo

Makers Challenge 2023
Serpentine Chest
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Thomas Griffin
November 29, 2023

Thomas Griffin

Makers Challenge 2023
Naval Officer's Sea Chest
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SAPFM Staff
November 25, 2023
Winterthur Museum supports SAPFM, please support them.
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SAPFM Staff
November 25, 2023

Saw-Sharp

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Saw Sharp supports SAPFM, please support them.
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SAPFM Staff
January 07, 2024
Calvo Wood Carving School supports SAPFM, please support them.
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Scott Arens
November 25, 2023

Scott Arens

Makers Challenge 2023
“The Statesman” Stick Chair
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Rob Kutner
November 23, 2023

Rob Kutner

Makers Challenge 2023
Thomas Jefferson Desk
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Mary May
November 18, 2023

Mary May

Makers Challenge 2023
Ribbon and Fruit Drop
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Henry Beard
November 14, 2023

Henry Beard

Makers Challenge 2023
Shaker Two Stepper
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Robert Emmons
November 14, 2023

Robert Emmons

Makers Challenge 2023
Pie Crust Table
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Herman Veenendaal
November 12, 2023

Herman Veenendaal

Makers Challenge 2023
Secretary Desk
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William Shea
November 02, 2023

William Shea

Makers Challenge 2023
Pennsylvania Lowboy
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William Shea
November 02, 2023

William Shea

Makers Challenge 2023
Desk on Frame
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Donald Irving
October 27, 2023

Donald Irving

Makers Challenge 2023
Dwarf Clock
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James Hoerter
November 12, 2023

James Hoerter

Makers Challenge 2023
Demilune Table
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John Lawrence
November 12, 2023

Federal Sideboard

Makers Challenge 2023
This is a Federal sideboard c. 1800 - the design was taken from a small six legged...
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John Lawrence
November 12, 2023

Tall Clock

Makers Challenge 2023
This clock case design was taken from the clock made by Thomas Tompion for King Wi...
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Edward Ellis
October 23, 2023

Desk

Makers Challenge 2023
This is a modified version of a replica of George Washington's partner's desk. My ...
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Edward Ellis
October 23, 2023

Pennsylvania Secretary

Makers Challenge 2023
This is a modified version of an 18th Century Pennsylvania Secretary featured in a...
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John Rexroad
November 12, 2023

Tool Cabinet

Makers Challenge 2023
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Welcome to SAPFM

Welcome to the Society of American Period Furniture Makers

Dedicated to craftsmanship and fine furniture making education for over 20 years.

National Conferences

National Conferences

Our two annual conferences are are packed with instructional sessions, visits to historic sites, and social time.

Local Chapters

Local Chapters

As the backbone of SAPFM, these smaller groups offer hands-on training and networking with fellow furniture makers.

Publications

SAPFM Publications

An annual printed journal and a quarterly e-magazine—both featuring news, events, history, and techniques.

Online Resources

Online Resources

NEW! Members-Only Video Archive containing chapter meetings, Meet The Maker events, and our SAPFM Unplugged! Online Group.
Also containing articles covering furniture making, techniques, research papers, tool and book reviews, and curated lists.

Cartouche Award

Cartouche Award

Awarded annually to an individual whose craftsmanship and achievements best reflect SAPFM's mission.

Community Forum

Community Forum

Exchange ideas with other makers -- Topics include tools and techniques, events, research access, and conservation.

Member Gallery

Member Gallery

A showcase for members' museum reproductions and original period furniture projects.

Join SAPFM

Join SAPFM

SAPFM gives you the tools and community outreach to achieve your period furniture-making goals.

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Our Story

Furniture Making is in Our Blood

For more than 20 years, The Society of American Period Furniture Makers has been committed to providing our members with the best in fine furniture making education. We provide this service through our symposiums, publications, chapter meetings, and on-line resources.

We are a niche interest in the overall makers movement ...

Our Mission is:

☑ To create a forum for the understanding, education, and appreciation of American period furniture.

☑ To develop and encourage the use of standards and ethical practices in the reproduction and conservation of period furniture.

☑ To offer membership to all with an interest in period furniture.

☑ To assist members with the identification and location of resources including people or organizations having specialized expertise.

☑ To conduct public exhibitions for the recognition of members’ work.

What is American Period Furniture?

Though a relatively young nation, America has enjoyed a rich array of furniture period styles. Some have been been heavily influenced by Europe and Asia, while others are uniquely American. Join us for a walk through furniture history from pilgrim times to the present.

Membership Has its Benefits

Members enjoy many benefits. Some of these include our annual printed "American Period Furniture" journal and our quarterly electronic "Pins and Tales" magazine. You will have full access to our online resources including articles, curated lists, downloads, and more. There are 2 national events every year and access to any meeting hosted by local chapters throughout the country.

American Period Furniture Journal

Published annually by the SAPFM, contributors include members and guest authors. It is the only trade publication devoted exclusively to the interests of period furniture makers. Contents include how-to articles, biographies of important cabinetmakers, analyses of important pieces, and articles dealing with historical topics in period furniture making. Just as SAPFM is a unique organization, our journal is a unique publication.
Upcoming SAPFM Events
Many of our events are open to guests. Attending a local chapter meeting is a great way to learn more about SAPFM.
Announcements
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08 June 2026
The world lost a great woodworker this week when Ronnie Young, one of SAPFM’s greatest members and Cartouche recipients left this earth to meet his maker and many lost a dear friend and mentor. Ronnie...
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17 February 2026
SAPFM 2025 Phil Lowe Makers Challenge — Winners Annually, since 2021, the Society of American Period Furniture Makers have sponsored The Phil Lowe Maker’s Challenge. This furniture making contest is...
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16 January 2025
We need to address and correct an omission in the 2024 edition of American Period Furniture, the SAPFM annual journal: recognization of a sponsor.
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16 January 2025
Winterthur Museum is accepting registration applications until March 31st for their Craft and Conservation workshop .
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12 March 2023
SAPFM member Bob Baker is featured on Episode 64 of The Highland Woodworker's MOMENT WITH A MASTER.
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27 August 2022
The Yale University Art Gallery has made this wonderful 500-page book available for free download at the following link:
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25 April 2018
The MESDA Journal(www.mesdajournal.org) has published groundbreaking research on early southern decorative arts and material culture since 1975. Articles in the MESDA Journal are available free...
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Join SAPFM Today

SAPFM is here for you. We are dedicated to fine period furniture craftsmanship. Membership provides an opportunity to meet like-minded furniture makers, share information, and expand appreciation and abilities in making furniture. Collectors, enthusiasts, and academics have an opportunity to learn how furniture was made, how skills were acquired, how materials were used, and construction process and procedures.

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