The blanket chest in the Appalachian area usually consisted of three different styles.  One common type was a country style blanket chest.  This is the easiest to build and required the least amount of skill.  Nails would be used to hold the boards together and could be built quickly with common tools.

Another type would be the more intricate blanket chest commonly referred to as a six-board chest.  This is identified with great craftsmanship in the joinery.  Dovetails or box joints were common in this blanket chest and would require time and skill to complete.

The other style of blanket chest is a frame and panel construction.  This method of construction allows for wood movement and usually lasts for many generations.

These blanket chests performed a special purpose in the Appalachian culture.  Storing the quilts and blankets seasonally was necessary to survive the winters in the remote areas of this region.  My designs highlights the joinery and ensures they will hold up to their intended tasks.