*~*Thurs Aug 6th*~* Daily Natter-All Welcome!

sammy115

Sally, as someone who is totally carp at anything remotely crafty and arty I think its a great idea..

I read somewhere that you will never make any money doing something you don't like, so doing something you do like is bound to make you rich...

sallyx

well you don't have to be art and crafty you can be my accountant when I actually earn some money!

Ellidee

Sal I belong to a really fab forum called www.shabbychiccafe.com -loads of furniture makeovers and sewing projects for inspiration - everyone is lovely - just like the daily chat peeps ! Please have a look. XX

Burlesque_Babe

oh, blimey Sal - go for it.

I'd be number 1 customer

I have an example of something that would have been perfect. Over 10 years ago, me and the ex bought an Art Deco style chaise longue, it had a lovely blue 1930s pattern - kind of a bit like a Chinese willow pattern plate with storks and trees, but was a bit worn but was a lovely shape. Inside was a pull out double sofa bed (hence the 'style' bit!!). It used to be in the spare room, my sister stayed once and bent the frame as she pulled it out and it was relegated to the shed - it sat there for about 8 years.

OH got rid of a load of stuff recently - including that - it went to the tip . With a bit of TLC and a re-upholstering, I reckon it would have sold for a good £300-£400. It cost £80 from a little shop in Wimborne.

sallyx

ooo thanks Ell I shall pop along there..I love shabby chic

(Land_of)_Maz

Sal i think you should definitely try to make a few pieces and take photos of them for future reference, but not necessarily need to build up a big stock to sell... commision pieces at reasonable prices would sell just as well....

holding stock means paying for storage or finding space at home....

Where would you work? You'd probably need to take over the dining table and work from there... Bea could eat in the kitchen... your breakfast bar is comfy!

sammy115

Sallys Shabby and Chic.....great name...

Burlesque_Babe

Would this be too far east for you to travel each week?

http://www.dorsetadulted.info/coursefinder/(S(zxqx0e555ja5pemhgvqbir45))/csedets.aspx

We aren't doing upholstery this term which is a shame.

sallyx

Burlesque_Babe wrote: »

Would this be too far east for you to travel each week?

http://www.dorsetadulted.info/coursefinder/(S(zxqx0e555ja5pemhgvqbir45))/csedets.aspx

We aren't doing upholstery this term which is a shame.

Id already spotted that one BB and would be happy enough to travel there.

sallyx

(Land_of)_Maz wrote: »

Sal i think you should definitely try to make a few pieces and take photos of them for future reference, but not necessarily need to build up a big stock to sell... commision pieces at reasonable prices would sell just as well....

holding stock means paying for storage or finding space at home....

Where would you work? You'd probably need to take over the dining table and work from there... Bea could eat in the kitchen... your breakfast bar is comfy!

I would def have to start small and do a few bits and bobs to get me started. I could probably tidy out the shed and do some stuff in there, things like chairs, chest of drawers etc. I mean have a look at this
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/KING-SIZE-PINE-SLEIGH-BED_W0QQitemZ260457450143QQcmdZViewItemQQptZBeds_Mattresses?hash=item3ca4794a9f&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

bit of love and care and if I had a shop could stick it main display with cushions, fabrics etc around and easily get £200 for it

I bought Beas bed off ebay for around £90 from memory which is similar and its so sturdy and you couldn't buy anything new for that price