A Furniture Maker's Life

A Furniture Maker's Life

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A Furniture Maker's Life
A Furniture Maker's Life
Where are My People?

Where are My People?

Or, the struggle to find someone, anyone, to buy what you make

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Matt Kenney
May 16, 2025
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A set of bud vases sitting atop an ash side table. Made by me. Neither have sold.

It’s been at least 15 years since my first commission, which was also my first sale. It was dining table. I’ve made and sold a ton of furniture, boxes, and kumiko since. At times, it’s been easy. I’d show something on Instagram, and someone would offer to buy it, or I’d off…

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