Woodworking and conventions

May 09, 2012 11:18

So here's a thought. I do woodcraft on the side, and I'm now getting pretty good. I've sold a few pieces and made a really nice cherry student shaker style desk for my boyfriend for Christmas ( Read more... )

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spikedpunch May 9 2012, 15:35:59 UTC
I actually had bought a few "howling wolf" corner shelves that I have been wanting to get someone to either redo or make copies of. Just a suggestion.

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thrashbear May 9 2012, 16:20:47 UTC
I'll share my thoughts on eight years of selling wood art and specialty furniture in the furry community as soon as I get back from the shop :) Feel free to drop me a line on YIM, too.

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thrashbear May 10 2012, 00:30:58 UTC
Alrighty, then. Based on my experience, woodworking is still very much a cottage art even withing the furry fandom. You have to have something truly unique and stylish to catch people's attention, an idea that is uniquely yours. That's how I made a name for myself in the furniture gig ( ... )

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thrashbear May 10 2012, 00:31:12 UTC
Get and stay as organized and clean as you possibly can. I am the worst when it comes to this and I pay for it every day. I will be hiring an assistant for these tasks when I can afford it ( ... )

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mach May 10 2012, 14:54:18 UTC
Thank you for the advice. These are all very good things to keep in mind and many of them have been echoed by others to me over time. I appreciate the input!

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