JK Chicago

JK Chicago is a custom woodworking company serving the Chicago metropolitan area. Located in the heart of Chicago's Ravenswood Industrial Corridor since 1992, JK Chicago is owned and operated by Master Craftsman Jeff Payne.

Introducing: The Infinite Butcher Block Product Line

Infinite woodworking, infinite scrap, infinite possibilities. With our newest and most popular product line, Infinite Butcher Block, we have combined our leftover rips, shorts, and scrap into panels of various configurations with spectacular results. Using natural wood color combinations, we have successfully created a refreshing new look for our furniture designs, while virtually eliminating our hardwood waste.

View our newest and most popular sustainably made product line under Custom Design in Showroom 2. The possibilities are infinite!

Woodworking Academy

Interested in learning more about woodworking? Our Woodworking Academy offers hands-on training and guidance for all skill levels.

The JK Chicago workshop is now open to independent students Saturdays, Sundays and Thursdays.

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The next Shop Equipment and Joinery Workshop is scheduled for September 15 and 16, 2009. Find out more...

Guest Artist: Christine Boulin teaches cardboard furniture design at JK Chicago.

JK Chicago presents the renowned French furniture designer, Christine Boulin.

Christine will guide you through the techniques of building your own cardboard furniture from design concept to finished piece. You will learn:

Design of furniture
Scale drawing
Cutting and assembling the cardboard
Applying finish, decorative papers and varnish

For information call: 312-342-2811 or follow this link »