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APITTSfurniture APITTSfurniture is a Surrey based furniture maker. I use sustainibly sourced hardwoods to make heirloom-quality furniture

I am excited to say that APITTSfurniture and a small team have produced British oak chairs, used in Westminster Abbey at...
09/05/2023

I am excited to say that APITTSfurniture and a small team have produced British oak chairs, used in Westminster Abbey at the King’s coronation! They can be seen covered in blue velvet, behind the St Edwards Coronation chair.

You may see this article in local news, or have heard me on local radio stations talking about the experience, but I thought I would tell it directly to the community that has allowed me to get to the stage where I was invited to work on such a commission.

“Surrey craftsman chosen to make Coronation chairs

Surrey craftsman Alex Pitts was one of only six furniture makers chosen to make 10 special congregation chairs for the King’s Coronation at Westminster Abbey this weekend.�
Alex, 23, was invited by the Prince’s Foundation, which runs the Snowdon School of Furniture in its workshops at Highgrove House, to be part of a team of six former students tasked with making the chairs, which have been hand made out of British oak and upholstered with blue velvet embroidered with the cyphers of the King and Queen.�
Alex, who runs his own furniture making business, APITTSfurniture, jumped at the opportunity, saying: “This project had everything going for it, traditional joinery, British timber, scenic workshops. It was a dream opportunity!”�
The 10 chairs made at Highgrove were produced using traditional methods to ensure quality. “The difference between handmade and mass produced furniture is not just about strength and longevity of the piece, but also the fit and finish.

“At APITTSfurniture, I manipulate and join every part of the furniture I make, deciding every detail, including how it feels to the user and how the design fits into the space in which it will live.”�
Alex offers the opportunity to learn traditional furniture making techniques at evening and weekend courses in his workshop in Edenbridge. To learn more about these classes or to see examples of the bespoke furniture he has made, please visit www.APITTSfurniture.com or follow him on Instagram .”

As always, if you require any bespoke furniture or would like to learn traditional crafts, please email me on [email protected], or visit my website: www.APITTSfurniture.com

Many thanks once again,
Alex Pitts

Photo credit Leanne Punshon

If you are a tinkerer in your shed, or have fond memories of woodwork in the school workshops, now is the time to learn ...
09/05/2023

If you are a tinkerer in your shed, or have fond memories of woodwork in the school workshops, now is the time to learn with an expert how to make furniture properly. Take your woodwork to the next level by coming to make an oak side table with the maker of the King’s Coronation chairs with Alex from APITTSfurniture!

Come to Alex Pitts’ workshop in Edenbridge, for a fun and skill packed course to make a beautiful Shaker design side table, perfect to put a cold beer onto after finishing your masterpiece. Made from solid oak, this table requires a wide range of techniques to make, allowing you to learn how to safely and confidently use hand tools, power tools, and machinery. All tools are of high quality, and very enjoyable to use, all you need to bring is a smile and readiness to learn.

You will use tools such as routers, circular saws, hand planes, chisels and bandsaws to create an elegant table with hand cut mortise and tenon joints and fine tapered legs. You will learn traditional techniques alongside modern alternatives allowing you to come away confident to tackle your next woodworking project.

This course teaches fine furniture making to a high standard. While you are not expected to know everything before you come, Alex requires you to have some prior DIY experience or familiarity with using tools. This ensures that you are able to get the most from the course and finish the table in time. Adults only on this course, with maximum group size of 4 participants. You will each make your own table, that you are able to take home and proudly show off to anyone that steps foot through your front door.

The Shaker table course is made up of 9 evening classes, which run 6pm-9pm in Alex’s workshop in Marsh Green, a village 5 minutes from both Edenbridge and Lingfield. The first day of this course is Tuesday 6th June. The dates of the 9 evenings are listed below. The cost of the entire experience including all materials and the use of high quality tools is £675.

June 6th, 13th, 20th
July 4th, 11th, 18th
August 1st, 8th, 15th

For someone who would like to learn the basics before engaging on a course like above, Alex also runs a one day beginners woodwork class called “What is a chisel?” that is running on Saturday 10th June. More details available on the website.

To sign up to either of these unique experiences, please email to show your interest. To find out more about the course or about APITTSfurniture, please explore Alex’s website linked below.
eMail: [email protected]
Website: www.APITTSfurniture.com/woodwork-school
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Roll-up! Roll-up!Don’t sit in your chair this weekend, come and join us at the APITTSfurniture Woodwork School. There ar...
12/09/2022

Roll-up! Roll-up!

Don’t sit in your chair this weekend, come and join us at the APITTSfurniture Woodwork School. There are still a couple of places for this weekend class, where you will make a beautiful solid oak tool box. Perfect for someone who has a little DIY experience but wants to expand their knowledge and stills.

All materials are provided, and each participant will have access to their own workbench and tools for the duration of the class. The classes take place in the Earlswood Scout Hall, where then is plenty of parking.

This two day class runs from 09:30-17:00 on Saturday and Sunday. Priced at £250. We have had great feedback from past ‘students’, and would love to add your name to the list of alumni. With a maximum of five participants per class, the classes are tailored to suit you.

Alternatively, if you’re a complete beginner and want to get into woodwork, or just to learn about types of traditional tools and wood joints, on Sunday 25th September, we have the “What is a chisel” class. This is a one day class running from 09:30-17:00, priced at £135.

Please spread the word to anyone who may be interested, even if you’re not!

More details can be found on my website, Instagram, or by messaging me.
www.apittsfurniture.com/woodwork-school

Thanks again,
Alex

The three plank desk is now on sale!The three plank desk is elegant, functional and sustainable. Made from three planks ...
09/12/2021

The three plank desk is now on sale!

The three plank desk is elegant, functional and sustainable. Made from three planks of oak, it is designed to best use the materials at hand efficiently, with minimal waste.

It is made to last, with a solid oak top, it is more resistant to knocks and scratches compared to cheaper veneered alternatives. It comes apart into just 5 pieces, for easy transportation - allowing you to take it through life and ensure it doesn’t get thrown away.

With its modern, understated design, it fits into many different settings without clashing.

This desk can be made to measure if required.

Made in small batches to offer you the best price possible.

£495 with free local delivery!

If buying multiple, whether for a commercial setting or for you and the kids working at home, a discount can be applied for 4 or more units.

Hello everyone, I’m Alex.I have recently finished studying furniture design and manufacture and have now started my own ...
16/08/2021

Hello everyone, I’m Alex.

I have recently finished studying furniture design and manufacture and have now started my own business called APITTSfurniture, making high quality furniture, locally.

I offer a unique and personal service, working with the client to design and then make exactly what they are looking for, to fit their space. I use sustainably sourced hardwoods to make all my furniture; Oak, Walnut, Cherry, Ash, Sycamore. As you can see from the pictures, I have made a large variety of pieces and would like to offer my services to you!

Whether a dining table, sideboard, record cabinet, bench, jewellery box, please get in touch.

You can learn more about what I do at my:

Website: apittsfurniture.com

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or please feel free to message me on here.

Thanks for looking, Alex

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