Handcrafting Barn Light Electric’s American-made lights, furniture, and dinnerware involves many hands. This multi-step process starts in our machine shop where sheets of metal are cut to size then hand spun on lathes to form light shades, plates, cups, and bowls. Gooseneck arms are bent into shape and various parts are welded together.
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The very first International Women’s Day took place more than a century ago. That initial gathering laid the groundwork for March 8th to be recognized as a global event celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Here at Barn Light Electric, we are proud of the many women who contribute to the production and promotion of our American-made lighting, furniture, and dinnerware. Today, we highlight a few of these special ladies!
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While it’s often said that you should keep an eye on the quiet ones, one of Barn Light Electric’s most valuable team members is also one of the quietest. Travis, a painter in our wet spray department, may be a man of few words, but he is also a man of many talents.
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There’s no such thing as a bad day in the assembly department at Barn Light Electric. Raven, one of 10 members on the assembly team, makes certain of that. With her ready smile and infectious laugh, Raven helps create a fun and supportive work environment for everyone.
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The unofficial end of summer comes this weekend as people mark Labor Day with picnics, parades, and parties. But here at Barn Light Electric, Labor Day is also a time to celebrate the 120+ team members who do their part each day to create our vintage-inspired collection of American-made lighting.
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Every day, dozens of hands touch the raw materials that are carefully crafted into Barn Light Electric’s American-made lighting. These hands cut, mold, paint, clean, polish, and assemble the pieces as our artisans fully embrace the handcrafted nature of the business.
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