On the Colonial Furniture section wrap-up we examine the relevance of Colonial furniture today. Is it relevant? Does it matter? We ask ourselves the same questions and bring it home with some good thoughts at the end. Affiliate Links: 10% off of Vesting USA finishing products: Use AMERICANCRAFTSMAN at https://rpmcoatingsolutions.com/ 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Greene Street Joinery is a custom design & build shop ...
Nov 12, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Mahogany. We all know it for it's beauty and workability. On this episode we cover all things mahogany and how it relates to the Colonial period of American furniture. Affiliate Links: 10% off of Vesting USA finishing products): Use AMERICANCRAFTSMAN at https://rpmcoatingsolutions.com/ 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Greene Street Joinery is a custom design & build shop located in Monmouth County, New Jersey. We build ...
Nov 05, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Is Thomas Chippendale the most important furniture maker to ever walk the Earth? After listening to this episode you may be convinced. The most influential person to Colonial American furniture design was actually an Englishman. Affiliate Links: The Gentleman & Cabinet-Maker's Director by Thomas Chippendale: https://amzn.to/3lOiIvN 10% off of Vesting USA finishing products): Use AMERICANCRAFTSMAN at https://rpmcoatingsolutions.com/ 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.mon...
Oct 29, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Join us in the second section of The American Craftsman Podcast season 2. This episode we cover the who, what, when, where, and why of the Colonial furniture period. Affiliate Links: The Four Books of Architecture by Andrea Palladio: https://amzn.to/3AI2YyF 10% off of Vesting USA finishing products): Use AMERICANCRAFTSMAN at https://rpmcoatingsolutions.com/ 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Greene Street Joinery is a custom ...
Oct 22, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 5
The trestle table was a huge part of the Early American furniture period. An added bonus of the design is that it could save your life! 10% off of Vesting USA finishing products (Affiliate): Use AMERICANCRAFTSMAN at https://rpmcoatingsolutions.com/ 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools (Affiliate): https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Greene Street Joinery is a custom design & build shop located in Monmouth County, New Jersey. We build multigenerational furnitur...
Oct 14, 2021•43 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Learn about what Early American furniture makers used to get their work done. You'll find that it's not all that different from what we do today. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Greene Street Joinery is a custom design & build shop located in Monmouth County, New Jersey. We build multigenerational furniture with an eco-friendly and sustainable mindset. Inspired and guided by the ideals of the Arts and Crafts movement, ...
Oct 05, 2021•57 min•Season 2Ep. 3
On season 2, episode 2 we dive into the story of Nicholas Disbrowe. Nicholas Disbrowe is one of the earliest known American furniture makers and is famous for the Hartford Chest and the Winthrop Great Chair. We reveal a big surprise about Nicholas' connection to Greene Street Joinery. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Greene Street Joinery is a custom design & build shop located in Monmouth County, New Jersey. We build m...
Sep 30, 2021•49 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Join us in the season 2 opener for the who, what, when, where, and why of Early American Furniture. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Greene Street Joinery is a custom design & build shop located in Monmouth County, New Jersey. We build multigenerational furniture with an eco-friendly and sustainable mindset. Inspired and guided by the ideals of the Arts and Crafts movement, we believe in the use of traditional craftsman...
Sep 23, 2021•54 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Greene Street Joinery is a custom design & build shop located in Monmouth County, New Jersey. We build multigenerational furniture with an eco-friendly and sustainable mindset. Inspired and guided by the ideals of the Arts and Crafts movement, we believe in the use of traditional craftsmanship and simple, well-proportioned forms; sustainability and ethical practices; and importantly, taking pleasure in our work as craftsmen to create quality pieces of enduring value. Follow us! Instagram: ht...
Sep 15, 2021•2 min
On Episode 52 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we look back on one year of podcasting as we close out season 1. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Beer of the Week (Jeff's Homebrew Bourbon Barrel Porter) Tool of the Week: (Makita XCV04Z Corded/Cordless Vacuum) https://amzn.to/3DZuZVk Greene Street Joinery is a custom design & build shop located in Monmouth County, New Jersey. We build mu...
Sep 07, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 52
On Episode 51 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we discuss why we choose solid wood over MDF. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Beer of the Week (Magnify Brewing Staycation): https://www.magnifybrewing.com/our-beers Tool of the Week: (Greene Street 8oz Glue Bottle Clip) https://www.greenestreetjoinery.com/product/8ozClip/4?cp=true&sa=true&sbp=false&q=false Greene Street Joinery i...
Aug 31, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 51
On Episode 50 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we answer your questions and celebrate 50 episodes of TACP. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Beer of the Week (Slack Tide Brewing Co. Monkey Face): https://untappd.com/b/slack-tide-brewing-company-monkey-face/959715 Tool of the Week: (Schaller Corporation Storage Solutions) https://www.schallercorporation.com/products/ Greene Street Joinery is...
Aug 24, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 50
On Episode 49 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we return from our very first week away from the podcast. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Beer of the Week (Lone Pine Brewery Slush Punch): https://lonepinebrewery.com/beers/ Tool of the Week: (Logitech MX Ergo) https://amzn.to/3yYEGQC Greene Street Joinery is a custom design & build shop located in Monmouth County, New Jersey. We build m...
Aug 17, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 49
**Meet-Up: Saturday August 7th @ 2:30pm. Belford Brewing Co. in Belford, NJ. Facebook Event: https://fb.me/e/1QutOnfNz ** On Episode 48 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we discuss new materials we'd like to use. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Beer of the Week (Rogue Hazelnut Brown Nectar): https://www.rogue.com/products/hazelnut-brown-nectar Tool of the Week: (Makita 18v Biscuit Joiner) ...
Aug 03, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 48
**Meet-Up: Saturday August 7th @ 2:30pm. Belford Brewing Co. in Belford, NJ. Facebook Event: https://fb.me/e/1QutOnfNz ** On Episode 47 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we talk about how to get the phone to ring. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Beer of the Week (Ayinger Bavarian Pilsner): https://www.merchantduvin.com/brew-ayinger-bavarian-pils.php Tool of the Week: (Knipex 68-200 End Nip...
Jul 27, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 47
**Meet-Up: Saturday August 7th @ 2:30pm. Belford Brewing Co. in Belford, NJ. Facebook Event: https://fb.me/e/1QutOnfNz ** On Episode 46 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we give some tips on making a career change into the trades. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Beer of the Week (Troegs Grand Cacao): https://troegs.com/beer/grand-cacao/ Tool of the Week: (Pentel Graph Gear 1000 .9mm 3-Pack...
Jul 21, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 46
**Meet-Up: Saturday August 7th @ 2:30pm. Belford Brewing Co. in Belford, NJ. Facebook Event: https://fb.me/e/1QutOnfNz ** On Episode 45 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we answering an interesting question about wiping. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Beer of the Week (Carton Brewing Larry): https://cartonbrewing.com/beers/larry/ Tool of the Week: (Stanley Titan Retractable Knife) https:/...
Jul 13, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 45
**Patreon Livestream Design Workshop: Tuesday July 13, 11am EST** **Meet-Up: Saturday August 7th @ 2:30pm. Belford Brewing Co. in Belford, NJ. Facebook Event: https://fb.me/e/1QutOnfNz ** On Episode 44 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we talk about collaborations. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Beer of the Week (Yuengling Traditional Lager): https://www.yuengling.com/our-beer/traditional...
Jul 06, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 44
**Patreon Livestream Design Workshop: Tuesday July 13, 11am EST** On Episode 43 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we talk about the how and why of flat and square lumber. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Beer of the Week (New Belgium Voodoo Ranger Juicy Haze): https://www.newbelgium.com/beer/voodoo-ranger-juicy-haze-ipa/ Tool of the Week: (Kleenguard Maverick Safety Glasses) https://amzn.to...
Jun 29, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 43
**Patreon Livestream Design Workshop: Tuesday July 13, 11am EST** On Episode 42 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we come at you live from the road. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Greene Street Joinery is a custom design & build shop located in Monmouth County, New Jersey. We build multigenerational furniture with an eco-friendly and sustainable mindset. Inspired and guided by the ide...
Jun 23, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 42
**Patreon Livestream Design Workshop: Tuesday July 13, 11am EST** On Episode 41 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we answer the question: "do you have to love what you do to be good at it?" 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Beer of the Week (Firestone Walker Mind Haze): https://www.firestonebeer.com/beer/mind-haze/ Tool of the Week: (3M Peltor Tactical 6S Hearing Protection) https://amzn.to/...
Jun 16, 2021•1 hr 49 min•Season 1Ep. 41
On Episode 40 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we discuss the phrase 'close enough.' 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Beer of the Week (Forgotten Boardwalk Mexican Coffee Funnel Cake): https://forgottenboardwalk.squarespace.com/menu#spiced Tool of the Week: (Gyokucho Flush Cutting Saw) https://amzn.to/3iz165X Greene Street Joinery is a custom design & build shop located in Monmouth Cou...
Jun 09, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 40
On Episode 39 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we talk about working for friends and family. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Beer of the Week (Sol): https://www.sol.com/us/en/our-beers Tool of the Week: (Montana Self-Centering Drill & Driver) https://www.montanabrandtools.com/products/self-centering-drill-and-driver?variant=217286250 Greene Street Joinery is a custom design & buil...
Jun 02, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 39
On Episode 38 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we talk about "firing" your client. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Alec's Instagram and Website: https://www.instagram.com/owlhead_woodco/?hl=en https://owlheadwoodco.com/ Beer of the Week (Ross Shark River Pils): https://untappd.com/b/ross-brewing-company-shark-river-pils/4227046 Tool of the Week: (Tadpole Tape Cutter) https://amzn.to/3un1Z...
May 25, 2021•1 hr 48 min•Season 1Ep. 38
On Episode 37 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we discuss the idea of a job too intimidating to take. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Beer of the Week (Zero Gravity Frankie): https://www.zerogravitybeer.com/frankie Tool of the Week: (Stabila 16" Spirit Level) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00009OLHU/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=greenestreetj-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&link...
May 19, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 37
On Episode 36 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we discuss ways to remain motivated when you lose your drive. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Beer of the Week (Kitsune Brewing Co. DDH Spring Showers): https://untappd.com/b/kitsune-brewing-company-ddh-spring-showers/4286438/photos Tool of the Week: (Makita 18v Brushless Compact Router) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074BYS49M/ref=as_li_...
May 12, 2021•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 36
On Episode 35 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we tell you how to set up for a smooth install. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Beer of the Week (Toppling Goliath Brewing Co MoZee): https://www.tgbrews.com/mozee Tool of the Week: (Wiss Crimper) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XCF2KP7/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=greenestreetj-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&cre...
May 05, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 35
On Episode 34 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we come at you from our new podcast studio. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Beer of the Week (Mikkeller Burst! West Coast IPA): https://shop.mikkellersd.com/products/burst Tool of the Week: (Knipex 12" Cobra Plier) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000X4J2HU/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=greenestreetj-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&li...
Apr 28, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 34
On Episode 33 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we talk about our horrible experience with a major tool manufacturer. 10% off your order from Montana Brand Tools: https://www.montanabrandtools.com/discount/AMERICANCRAFTSMAN Beer of the Week (Kitsune Brewing Forager): https://untappd.com/b/kitsune-brewing-company-forager/4048403 Tool of the Week: (Wera Kraftform Kompakt) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001HSNHM2/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=greenestreetj-20&am...
Apr 21, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 33
On Episode 32 of The American Craftsman Podcast, hosted by Greene Street Joinery, we discuss veneer and it's uses. Beer of the Week (Ross Brewing Co. Meet Me At The Snack Shack): https://untappd.com/b/ross-brewing-company-meet-me-at-the-snack-shack/4229046 Tool of the Week: (ZEROPLAY Miter Bars by Microjig) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008O2KVR8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=greenestreetj-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B008O2KVR8&linkId=df7ed64c193b...
Apr 14, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 32
