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Walnut Blanket Chest

$3,600

This custom blanket chest is made with spectacular figured walnut and tiger maple. It features hand-cut dovetails where the sides meet the rear panel, while the front is mitered into the front-sides so the grain is continuous and wraps around the front. The interior features aromatic cedar floor, a pull-out tray and a carved plaque. Supporting the chest are ogee bracket feet which are hand-shaped. The lid features a maple and walnut scallop shell inlay and the front inlaid escutcheon is made of maple. This chest is a significant piece of furniture, measuring 42" wide x 21" deep and standing 26" tall, but I can make a similar chest to any size requirements. From my client: "The blanket chest Kerry created for me should be featured in a magazine. His workmanship and artistry are exceptional, at a price that is more than fair. Communication was always great."

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Kerry Smith

Kerry Smith

Gotham Woodworks

New Canaan, CT
Member since: 2013
4.9
14 Maker Reviews
  • Long-time member

    A Maker who has been a valued part of this community for several years.

  • Fast shipper

    Customers say that this Maker ships promptly after completing a project.

  • Great service

    This Maker has consistently demonstrated excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.

About Me
With a 30-year career in the media industry, I understand the importance of client service, meeting (and exceeding) expectations, and superior craftsmanship. I use hand-selected American hardwoods sourced from local mills, and for some projects, reclaimed materials from century-old barns, to create unique heirloom pieces that you'll be proud to showcase in your home or office.

About My Work
Whether it's custom cabinetry or a one-of-a-kind piece of furniture, I treat every commission like it's for a friend. I use traditional joinery techniques and the finest materials and finishes to ensure that your piece not only looks beautiful, but will also last for generations.

I'm a member of the Society of American Period Furniture Makers, and the Cabinet Makers Association.

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    SHIRLEY Hayden

    For Custom Cutting Boards
    5.0

    More than delighted with finished product, proud to display the workmanship in my home. When/if I ever need to send a thank you gift, I will be looking at this option instead of flowers, cost about the same and will last forever. Very pleased with Kerry's work and quick response to my communications, system seems to work well, so glad I found this site and was referred to him.

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    s agrent

    For (2) Leaning Bookshelf / Bookcase In Walnut
    5.0

    EXCELLENT. Great communicator throughout. Kerry took the time and care to understand exactly what I wanted and worked with me as I made refinements to my design. Kerry kept me updated throughout the construction with photos and time frame. The shelves were done earlier than I expected and he delivered them personally to my home to install. The craftsmanship is impeccable. I highly recommend his work and look forward to working with him again. EXCELLENT.
    Sara

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    Lori

    For Custom Cutting Boards
    5.0

    So easy and efficient dealing with Kerry. I'm sorry it took me this long to post a review, but Christmas chaos prevented it!
    The cutting board is so very special and if I could have given the 'Value' of the board more stars than 5, I would have. It's just beautiful. I will be in touch with Kerry one last time to ask for his expertise on caring for my new board. Thanks so much for beautiful craftsmanship!

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    Tara Greichen

    For Custom Cutting Boards
    4.5

    I love how the cutting board came out! The design was even better than what I thought it would be. This was a gift for my mom who is an interior designer and she loved it as well. It was very easy working with Kerry and he responded promptly to any requests. He did a great job piecing together all of my requests to make a beautiful cutting board! I would recommend him to anyone and look forward to hopefully ordering more products from him.

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    Eddie Isenburg

    For Expanding Dining Table
    5.0

    Kerry was a dream to work with. We had a house fire and lost everything. We had a particular dinning room table that we looked for two months to replace and could not find. Then I found CustomMade and Kerry.
    Kerry listened to our description and knew exactly what we had. We wanted to tweek the design a little and he was more than up to the task, even offering other suggestions that made our great table even better.
    Kerry returned every text, email, and call on a timely manner and provided pictures along the way. When he got to the finishing stage, he sent us four small pieces of discarded wood that had variations of the finish we wanted. This one part of the experience makes for a finished product that you cannot be unhappy with.

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