Pins & Tales is the quarterly digital newsletter of SAPFM, published in Adobe PDF format. Issues are sent to current members at the end of March, June, September and December with the latest listings of classes, events, news and articles on research, construction and finishing of historical forms of furniture. Members also have access to all previous issues of the quarterly. This is just one of the many benefits of SAPFM membership.
The SAPFM editorial team is pleased to present the Summer 2025 issue of Pins & Tales
In this issue we list the latest classes, chapter meetings and events of interest. If you are a member, you'll see a link to our newsletter archive at the bottom of the screen where you can access and download the current and all previous issues of Pins & Tales. On the other hand, ,if you are not yet a member of SAPFM scroll down to download a complimentary copy of the current issue. If you want to be part of an active, growing group of people you can join us at this link
In this issue we have program details and pricing for our upcoming Annual Conference which will be held in Williamsburg, Virginia on October 10-13, 2025 with optional side trips on Friday and Monday. Online registration will be opening soon so watch your email inbox for an announcement about when online registration opens for this must-see event. Join us and celebrate this year’s Cartouche award recipient Bess Naylor.
The rebuilding of our website is almost complete and it is expected to go live sometime in July. Members will receive an email when the updated site goes live. We are excited and you will be pleased with our new, user-friendly online presence. In this issue you will also find a comprehensive list of interesting classes held at locations around the country and other events of interest. We also announce the return of the Makers Challenge where our members share their incredible work. In addition we detail the return of the Steve Latta inlay stringing tools; where to get them and the story of their return. SAPFM will also be returning to the Detroit Institute of Art, a great event that was put on hold during the pandemic. If you are anywhere close to Michigan we hope you will participate and help spread the word about what our organization is and does to the public.
Pins & Tales is one of the many benefits of SAPFM membership along with our annual journal, American Period Furniture, website, and regional chapter meetings. Please spread the word about our organization to your friends and neighbors, either in person or through social media. There are many folks out there who would enjoy our organization but aren’t aware of us yet. We need your help to increase awareness about SAPFM, the things we do and the fellowship among our members. If you are not a member yet, download this issue of Pins & Tales and have a look at who we are and what we do.
Our publications, events and chapter meetings all depend on members to share your efforts in making furniture and growing our organization. Make time to participate, volunteer and explore the numerous ways to give back. Every volunteer is important. Your local chapter always needs help planning, organizing and conducting meetings. If there isn’t an active chapter in your area, consider starting one or stepping up to revitalize one. If you want to get involved on any level there are numerous opportunities. What you receive from your SAPFM membership is directly related to what you contribute.
If you have an idea for an article for either of our publications get in touch with me to find out how easy it can be and how much it helps everyone in the organization when you share what you are working on. We’re all in this together.
-- Bob Lang, editor