Author Archives: markripley

Rocking chair

The rocker has seen a major modification with the replacement of the rockers themselves. A tendency for the chair to tip too far forward has been corrected and there is more ‘rock’ to the chair. It also enables the sitter to find a comfortable position when sitting still. While I was about it I rubbed …

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Side Table

This is a small commission I gained from Art in Action this year. The show was very soggy to start with on account of excessive rainfall in the late spring but gradually dried out during the weekend. These little side tables are always popular and it is not unusual to pick up orders based on …

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Knee-Hole Desk

This is a project designed to complement a dresser I made about ten years ago. It is in Cherry. I was pleased to see the dresser again, as I always am when I see pieces again after a period of time. It is like meeting an old friend, I like to see how the piece has aged …

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Rocking Chair

I am excited about this project. I designed a rocking chair about three years ago but never got round to making it. With a couple of shows coming up and a week to spare before starting a knee hole desk commission, I finally had an opportunity. I began with a full size mock up in pine …

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Dining Chairs

              These two chairs, an Ash ladder back and a Walnut dining chair mark a return of two old favourites. They were popular designs a few years ago before I decided to try some newer ideas. I will be exhibiting these at two Autumn shows. Two clients have recently …

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