Thos. Moser, how I love thee…

I’m a big fan of Thos. Moser’s beautiful wood furnishings (and I’m still lobbying for a showroom in Colorado), so I was delighted to hear that the company is expanding its unique Customer in Residence program in its Maine studio.

The program is a week-long intensive internship for people who want to learn about building heirloom-quality furniture. Each participant works closely with a master cabinetmaker who guides the intern-in-residence through the process, from choosing raw materials to shaping the wood and bringing out the wood’s natural beauty.

But it’s not all sawdust and elbow grease. Participants stay that the Harraseeket Inn in Freeport and dine at some of the best area restaurants. (Hello, lobster. I love thee, too…) There’s plenty of time to explore Freeport and nearby towns.

The week culminates with a special signing ceremony, when participants and their Thos. Moser partners sign the pieces they’ve built.

This year, Thos. Moser will offer sessions in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November. Cost depends on the piece of furniture you choose to build. Sessions fill up quickly, so if you’re interested, contact Steve Wyman at 800-708-9041.