You’ll enjoy reading this article from the Hickory Daily Record. Just click on this link. It captures the spirit of one of those unheralded modern day craftsman who works behind the scenes — just doing it.
President Obama said in his inaugural speech, “In reaffirming the greatness of our nation, we understand that greatness is never a given. It must be earned. Our journey has never been one of shortcuts or settling for less. It has not been the path for the faint-hearted — for those who prefer leisure over work, or seek only the pleasures of riches and fame. Rather, it has been the risk-takers, the doers, the makers of things — some celebrated but more often men and women obscure in their labor, who have carried us up the long, rugged path towards prosperity and freedom.”
Vanguard Furniture makes custom upholstery for Toms-Price, too. Perhaps Doug Jones made your sofa, if you bought one here. If not, it was another excellent craftsman, working diligently behind the scenes, making by hand the beautiful furniture you enjoy today.
