Are you excited to furnish your Colorado home but feel overwhelmed by styles and colors? It’s normal to be unsure where to start. Yoder’s Home Furnishings in Westcliffe is here to help you every step of the way. With owner Merle Yoder’s Amish craftsmanship background and decades of experience, you’ll get expert guidance on picking the right style, colors, and pieces that fit your home. Our handcrafted furniture blends timeless design with rugged Colorado charm, so you can relax knowing you’re making a smart choice for generations to come.
Discovering Your Personal Style and Color Palette
Before shopping, take a moment to define what you love. Start by imagining the mood and colors you want in your home. Colorado mountain homes often favor natural wood tones, warm neutral fabrics, and pops of nature-inspired color. For example, design experts suggest following a 60-30-10 color rule: about 60% dominant color (often light and neutral like gray, white, beige or brown), 30% secondary color (think accent furniture or curtains), and 10% bold accent (artwork or a statement piece). This mix keeps your space feeling balanced and inviting.
When choosing furniture color, consider existing elements like wall paint, flooring, and decor. Are your walls light or dark? Matching or complementing them can make things look cohesive. If your home has mountain views (like many Colorado homes do), warm wood tones and earthy fabrics can echo the outdoors. Don’t be afraid to bring in contrast: a dark-stained dining table under a light wall or a colorful accent chair among neutrals can add interest. Remember, home decor trends are shifting toward vibrant, personal palettes (people are moving away from all-white schemes to more expressive color combinations). Think about how each color makes you feel, and let those preferences guide you.
Embracing Colorado’s Mountain Modern and Rustic Trends
Colorado style is evolving toward a “Mountain Modern” or Contemporary Rustic look. This means clean-lined furniture softened with cozy materials. For example, a sleek sofa in a natural wool fabric looks both current and inviting, especially paired with a rough-hewn wood coffee table. Designers note that organic materials like wood and stone bring warmth and “transform the home into a sanctuary”. Warm, earthy tones (soft browns, muted greens, deep blues) and textural fabrics (wool, leather, woven) are very popular in Colorado settings.
Well-heeled Colorado homeowners often seek artisanal and unique pieces to express their individuality. Handcrafted items—like an Amish-built oak dining table or live-edge bookshelf—tell a story and stand out from mass-produced furniture. Such pieces blend rustic charm with luxury. Think of a sturdy hardwood dining set under exposed ceiling beams or a plush sofa with textured accent pillows. Yoder’s specializes in exactly this kind of quality: furniture that honors regional style with mountain-inspired craftsmanship.
Handcrafted Amish Quality and Custom Options
At Yoder’s, you’re getting more than just furniture—you’re getting Amish tradition. Merle Yoder, originally from Holmes County, Ohio, grew up immersed in Amish woodworking. In 2022 he took ownership of Yoder’s Home Furnishings, bringing his lifelong skills to Colorado. He understands wood’s character and knows what works in a Rocky Mountain home. Merle and our craftsmen are committed to “unwavering dedication” to quality. Every table, bed, or cabinet is meticulously handcrafted by Amish artisans, ensuring it meets “the highest standards of quality and design”.
Yoder’s has lots of furniture in stock, but all of our furniture is also made-to-order, you can customize nearly every detail. Choose the species of hardwood (oak, cherry, maple, hickory, etc.), stain color, and finish that match your taste and home. Merle and his team work closely with you to bring your vision to life. Whether you prefer a classic Mission-style sideboard, a sleek modern desk, or a live-edge dining table, we tailor each piece to your needs. This ensures your furniture not only complements your decor but also becomes a cherished family heirlooms. Customers often end up furnishing entire rooms – even their whole house – because they love the combination of durability and beauty.
Planning Your Furniture Purchase – Tips from the Pros
Before you head to Yoder’s (or any store), a little planning makes a big difference:
- Measure Your Space: Note the dimensions of each room and any key furniture you’ll replace. Walk around with a tape measure, or even lay down masking tape on the floor to visualize. This prevents surprises with big pieces not fitting through doorways or overcrowding a room.
- Assess Your Needs: Think about who uses the space. If you have kids or pets, you might want more durable upholstery and finishes. For example, leather or performance fabric sofas resist stains, whereas a delicate suede couch might not work well in a busy family room.
- Color Coordination: Use the 60-30-10 rule as a guideline. If your walls or large rug are one neutral tone (60%), pick furniture or curtains for the 30% layer (mid-tone), and add small pops (10%) with throw pillows or art. Bringing fabric samples or paint chips with you can help ensure the new piece “fits” with your palette.
- Choose Quality Materials: At Yoder’s, all wood is solid wood, not particle board. (In general, designers advise choosing solid wood furniture over veneers for longevity.) You’ll also be able to select from environmentally friendly, non-toxic finishes.
- Set a Budget and Prioritize: Plan which rooms to furnish first and where you might splurge. Remember that Amish-made furniture is an investment in quality. It costs more up front than cheap imports, but it’s built to last decades.
By doing a bit of homework—measurements, style research, and budgeting—you’ll shop with confidence. Plus, our team at Yoder’s is happy to provide a free consultation. We “enjoy guiding people as they look for the perfect piece for their home”, so bring your ideas and questions.
Built to Last: Durability, Sustainability, and Warranty
One of the biggest advantages of Amish furniture is durability. High-quality woods (oak, cherry, maple, hickory) are used throughout because they’re naturally strong. Our artisans glue and pin joints by hand, and solid hardwood frames and springs ensure your sofa or bed can withstand daily life. Amish pieces are literally made for generations. As one review notes, Amish furniture is built “to last through generations”. It ages beautifully too; a few small dings or patina actually add character and history.
Yoder’s confidence in our furniture is backed by a lifetime guarantee. We literally promise to make it right if any craftsmanship issue arises “during the lifetime of the original owner”. Our store policy even says, “When you purchase from us, you are receiving something that will last a lifetime (or two) and be around for your great-grandchildren”. That means if a drawer fails or wood cracks under normal use, we’ll repair it free of charge—even years later. We’ll pick up or receive the piece at the shop and have it good as new. This lifetime support gives you peace of mind that your investment is protected.
Moreover, Amish furniture tends to be eco-friendly. Wood is often sourced regionally (we use lumber from Ohio, Indiana, and Pennsylvania) and the long lifespan means less waste over time. Many customers appreciate this sustainability and the knowledge that their heirlooms are also kind to the environment.
Visit Yoder’s Home Furnishings – Your Trusted Guide
We invite you to visit our showroom in Westcliffe and experience our craftsmanship firsthand. Our friendly staff (and Merle himself) will listen to your needs and walk you through style options and custom features. Whether you’re furnishing one room or redoing your whole house, we’re here to help.
You’ll find we’re more than salespeople—we love helping families create beautiful, comfortable spaces. Many customers find that shopping with us is actually easy and fun, because we guide them to pieces that match their tastes and home layout. By the time you leave, we want you to be excited about your selections, not overwhelmed. We’ll help you explore wood types, show stain samples, and even bring fabric swatches so you can see how everything looks together.
Remember: Yoder’s furniture is built with quality materials and Amish craftsmanship for Colorado homes like yours. And because we stand by our work, you can shop with confidence, knowing your furniture will truly last generations.
Ready to get started? Feel free to schedule a free consultation with Merle or one of our design guides. Or simply drop in any time—we’re eager to help you furnish your home in a style that feels just right. At Yoder’s Home Furnishings, your perfect, long-lasting furniture is waiting.
Key Takeaways: Plan ahead (measure, set a budget, consider your needs), embrace natural Colorado styles (warm woods, earthy colors, modern-rustic touches), and trust Yoder’s Amish expertise. We’ll guide you to heirloom-quality pieces with a lifetime guarantee, so you can enjoy your home without worry for decades to come.
