Will's Mahogany Shaker/ Hepplewhite Nightstand
This adorable nightstand depends on proper proportions and great joinery for it's appeal. It is stained to the buyer's chosen color and finished in Watco Danish Oil and Satin Wax.
Type
- wood
Material
- oak
Finish
- stained
Style
- shaker
Material
- mahogany
Meet the Maker
Jonathan Walkey
Jonathan Walkey Furniture Maker
Jonathan Walkey is retired professional furniture maker who now makes selected pieces for discriminating clients. I am a one man studio, specializing in decorative arts and crafts, mid-century, Greene & Green, etc. furniture. my own personal style generally includes contrasting hardwoods with beautiful grains and hand worked inlays. In between commissions I simultaneously work on personal studio furniture projects.
I was raised in Lincoln Massachusetts where my father was the director of the DeCordova Museum of modern art. My mother worked as an expert in fine crafts and furniture . I attended many arts and crafts classes and summer art camps at the Museum. I was trained as a silversmith at age 11 and at age 12 built a 10 foot kayak made of wood and canvas. I was a U.S. Navy trained aviation mechanic and earned my living for 15 years as a master mechanic, working mainly on motorcycles. I am also a former carpenter, criminal appellate attorney, credentialed teacher, professional writer, and painter.
Today I apply my talents and interests to building fine arts and craft furniture. My lifelong continuing education combines training of the mind with training of the hands. What you buy from Jonathan is fine art as well as heirloom quality furniture built to last many lifetimes. These qualities are reflected in the cost of my work, neither of which should ever be compared with that of commercial furniture.
Customer Reviews
Suzanne Wechsler
Jun 11, 2015This was the most impressive process, from start to completion. The communication about this project was excellent, and Jonathan was very professional, and patient. He took the time to explain every aspect of the project from the initial design to the wood selection, stain options and all the steps in between. He sent pictures as the table developed, making this a very personal experience. I cannot be more pleased with the outcome. It is exactly what I had envisioned. I wasn’t sure whether that would be the case when initially deciding to go with custommade.com for this project. I couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome! The result is a unique and beautiful piece, hand crafted with knowledge, care and expertise. We will make many memories around this table and it will be treasured. Jonathan is a true artist. Thank you Jonathan for this positive experience and for this piece. I hope you will be available to work on future projects and would select you as the contractor in a heartbeat. Thanks custommade.com for facilitating!
Jennifer McGroarty
Jul 7, 2015I am SO happy with the gorgeous, professional quality table Jonathan made for me! It is an absolute work of art - he made it with the utmost attention to every detail. He took the time to choose just the right boards and made sure the grains were lined up perfectly. It is exactly what I wanted. I feel so lucky to have found Jonathan, I would recommend him with the highest regard. He was so great to work with, and he shipped the table with such incredible care (all the way from CA to NY). It arrived in perfect condition. It is a custom designed heirloom piece for my family to be so proud of - THANK YOU Jonathan!!
Larry Jankauski
Dec 13, 2015This was my first experience commissioning a custom piece of furniture to be built, and I feel fortunate to have found Jonathan to handle the project, a crafting desk with large work surface for my wife. Working with Jonathan was a pleasure from start to finish – communication was excellent, he kept us up-to-date with frequent e-mail and pictures, accommodated all requirements (and changes) yet provided helpful recommendations based on his experience (also helping educate me on choice of wood and stain), and personally delivered and completed final assembly of the unit in my wife’s workshop. Jonathan is a meticulous craftsman and conscientious professional, and just an overall really nice guy to work with. The final result is beautiful, and my wife is very pleased with her new work desk, using it daily for her crafting and card making. I would not hesitate to recommend Jonathan, and certainly use him again for any future work. Thanks Jonathan!
Jordan Stolper
May 11, 2019Jonathan is a master. The desk he made for us is absolutely stunning. We are thrilled beyond words with the quality and finish. I expect to have this desk for years to come. Delivery was seamless. He ran a little behind schedule but communicated well along the way. It was worth the wait. Thanks Jonathan!
kris leadens
Mar 6, 2018Jonathan was a pleasure to work with. He kept me in the loop with every step of my project, and answered all my questions promptly. I would absolutely work with him again.