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Amish & Mennonites

Discover more about Amish and Mennonite beliefs, history and lifestyles.


Furniture Glossary

New designer wanting to familiarize yourself with furniture terminology?  Need to link to a helpful cheat sheet for quick reference?  Shopping for furniture and simply curious about the features?  This furniture glossary defines with pictures and words many terms that are used to characterize fine furniture.


Furniture History

Want to learn more about the origins of Shaker Furniture, the Windsor Chair or other furniture types?  Here's you'll find a rich resource.


DutchCrafters Videos

Hear about the DutchCrafters Difference through the voices of its founders, woodshops and customer service team.  Four helpful videos will give you an overview!


Wood Types

Want to learn more about the various wood types offered at DutchCrafters?  Visit this page to learn more.


DutchCrafters at a Decade

Learn more about DutchCrafters for our 10th anniversary in 2013!

Who are the Amish? An Infographic

Known for their plain dress, simple living, and disinterest in modern technologies, the Amish have largely kept out of the limelight. In fact, since their split from Christianity in the 16th century, the Amish have strived to live outside the influence of modern society, forming small communities in Europe and later, in the United States. They have maintained stringent customs, like signing off away modern technology. But new reality television shows like Amish Mafia and Amish in the City are thrusting these peaceful, private people into mainstream media. And while these shows claim to reveal the private (and seemingly dramatic) lives of the Amish, the staggering inaccuracies of these shows only perpetuate myths of the Amish lifestyle.

 

This infographic reveals the true daily lives of the Amish, their customs, and a look at the violent discrimination they faced in 16th and 17th century Europe. While it may be difficult for you to fathom the idea of leading a similar lifestyle, take a moment to learn about the Amish. You may be surprised by what you read.

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  1. DutchCrafters is a name you can TRUST.  Rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau, we've earned our reputation the old-fashioned way - by providing the best products and service to our customers since 2003.
  2. 30% Down!  Get your order started with only a 30% deposit, and pay the balance once your furniture actually ships!
  3. Call Us!  That's right, we answer the phone and are actually glad for your call (unlike a few of our competitors)!  Our furniture specialists are friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and will go out of their way to accommodate special requests.  Just read our testimonials and you'll get the idea.
  4. Free Stain Samples.  It may seem like a detail, but we know how important it is to get it right - especially in finishing.  Upon your order, we'll send you out free stain samples on the wood of your choice.
  5. 1% Check Discount!  Who doesn't like an extra 1% OFF?  Pay us the old-fashioned way, and we'll give you the processing fees that we would have otherwise paid to the bank.  At checkout, choose the pay by check option and we'll give you further instructions on how to send it.
  6. Made in America!  All of the furniture at DutchCrafters is made in America.  When you buy DutchCrafters furniture, you support American jobs and keep your ecological footprint small.
  7. Amish Craftsmanship.  Since 2003, we've combed the country roads of Amish country, seeking out the perfect furniture.  We stand behind the quality of our wood shops and are confident that you'll appreciate the difference in quality!