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Master Craftsman

From The Orient to Orient Linens, Two Lifetimes in Textiles

Orient Linen Co.
Master Craftsman
By Taylor K. Vecsey

Janet Markarian created Orient Linen Co. more than 20 years ago and now her daughter, Abigail Collier, is taking the linen and cotton products to the next level.

Alyssa Reed of NOFO Flower Company: Florals That Are Better Than Real

NOFO Flower Company, Alyssa Reed
Master Craftsman
By Taylor K. Vecsey

Alyssa Reed of NOFO Flower Company makes handcrafted wreaths using grapevine, faux florals and decorative items that mimic the real thing.

Master Craftsman: Ray Card Makes American Flag Signs

Ray Card, American flags, Signs
Master Craftsman
By Taylor K. Vecsey

Sag Harbor carpenter Ray Card makes handcrafted American flag signs as a way to pay homage to people’s service.

Master Craftsman: Kelly Franké Offers a Different Kind of Portrait 

Kelly Franké, Master Craftsman
Master Craftsman
By Taylor K. Vecsey

Kelly Franké draws houses and buildings, from landmarks like lighthouses to businesses, capturing the artistry, inherent in their architecture.

Master Craftsman: Badilla Painters Reinvent Ordinary Furnishings With ChromableNY

Badilla Painters, ChromeableNY
Master Craftsman
By Bernadette Starzee

Badilla Painters developed a new technology, ChromableNY, that involves applying a reflective chrome finish to bring new life to any surface.

Master Craftsman: Christa Wilm of Christa’s South Seashells

Christa Wilm
Master Craftsman
By Taylor K. Vecsey

Christa Wilm of Christa’s South Seashells creates seashell-encrusted pieces for homes and businesses across the country.

Master Craftsman: Rob Meyer, Palm Beach Craftsman & Co.

Palm Beach Craftsman
Master Craftsman
By Taylor K. Vecsey

Rob Meyer of Palm Beach Craftsman turned his passion for woodworking into a business, which specializes in custom wood furniture and more.

Master Craftsman: Ron Genereux of Artgroove

Ron Genereux of Artgroove
Master Craftsman
By Taylor K. Vecsey

Ron Genereux of Artgroove turned his love of mural painting into a business that specializes in decorative finishes.

The Year in ‘Master Craftsman’ Columns

Master Craftsman
Master Craftsman
By Taylor K. Vecsey

Inside each Behind The Hedges magazine, our Master Craftsman column highlights people who help make our house a home.

Master Craftsman: Jeffrey DiFilippo, Paperhanger

Jeffrey DiFilippo
Master Craftsman
By Taylor K. Vecsey

Jeffrey DiFilippo has gained a reputation for being able to do difficult wallpaper and wall covering jobs. Forty-six years in the business explains why.

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