What does Amish furniture cost? Is the value worth the price? With the high price tag on Amish furniture, we understand why you'd have these questions about Amish made furniture. And in the final episode of Season 1 of the Amish Furniture Podcast, brought to you by https://www.dutchcrafters.com/, we address them with the help of some new and old friends. 

In this episode, Beth and Milca welcome back Shannon and Jim to help answer this question. Then they're joined by Kari-Jo, Marina, and Debra, who all contribute their thoughts and stories on the value of Amish furniture. 

The value of Amish furniture goes beyond the initial price; when you order furniture you can feel good about that's customizable, heirloom-quality, and a joy to own, that's a purchase that's worth the price. So listen now to our stories from wood shops, homes, and stores from Beth, Milca, and their guests. 

Watch DutchCrafters CEO Jim Miller cut solid wood and particle board furniture in half with a chainsaw: https://www.dutchcrafters.com/video/video/particle-board-vs-solid-wood-furniture/ 

And read more in these posts from the Timber to Table blog: 

• Insider Tips for Buying Amish Furniture from DutchCrafters Furniture Specialists: https://www.dutchcrafters.com/blog/insider-tips-for-buying-amish-furniture-from-dutchcrafters-furniture-specialists/ 
• The Benefits of Solid Wood Furniture: https://www.dutchcrafters.com/blog/the-benefits-of-solid-wood-furniture/
• What Does Amish Furniture Cost?: https://www.dutchcrafters.com/blog/what-does-amish-furniture-cost/

And please email us your questions or comments at podcast@dutchcrafters.com. Thanks for listening!

In a first for our podcast, we're joined today by an Amish woodworker: Joe Schwartz. Schwartz lives in Indiana where he owns and manages his small furniture woodshop with the help of his wife Ruby, three sons, and two daughters. His shop makes all the living room furniture in the Star Mill Furniture Collection on DutchCrafters: https://www.dutchcrafters.com/collection/1078/Star-Mill-Furniture-Collection 

On the podcast, Joe tells us the story of how he got started in woodworking. Then, he discusses his kids' roles in the business and the shop's success. We also get into his favorite furniture designs, what he enjoys about his work, and what makes his furniture unique in the world of Amish made furniture. 

Shop Joe's furniture and much more at https://www.dutchcrafters.com

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Where do Amish woodworkers go to sell their furniture? Believe it or not, just like other industries, a trade show! This week on The Amish Furniture Podcast, we'll hear all about the shows from two people who have attended these Amish furniture shows: Milca and Natalie.

Milca and Natalie fill you in on all the juicy details: the furniture, the conversation, and, of course, the tasty treats. Listen now for Natalie and Milca's favorite furniture at the shows and behind-the-scenes stories from their trips. We'll take you through what it's like to visit an Amish furniture market.

See pictures and read more from Milca's trip on the blog Inspiration from the NIWA Expo: https://www.dutchcrafters.com/blog/inspiration-from-northern-indiana-woodcrafters-association-expo/

Furniture Collections mentioned in this episode include:

Bontrager Dining Collection: https://www.dutchcrafters.com/collection/901/Bontrager-Dining-Collection and specifically their Normandy Pedestal Table: https://www.dutchcrafters.com/Amish-Normandy-Pedestal-Dining-Table/p/57422

American Gun Cabinet Collection: https://www.dutchcrafters.com/collection/881/American-Gun-Cabinet-Collection

Berlin Office Collection: https://www.dutchcrafters.com/collection/836/amish-office-furniture-berlin