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Queenriderbrekke

Afternoon all x

I just like the way everybody helps and supports each other if they can x

cheer1eader

Chrisv wrote: »

Aww, I need 'bits' :rotfl:

I can start my own little collection of S&G now lol
*goes and looks for an empty drawer :rotfl:

David.

Car booters be quick
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free del code + 10% off
Edit: At the bottom of the mug page there are other designs for 9p not all of them though so watch out

Jelly_Biactol

Following on from the discussion last night about buying original works of art, one cost-effective option for those wishing to do so is via your local art college. Most will have a degree show or end-of-year show, which are normally open to the public (usually over several days including weekends and evenings). Go along, and see if there is anything you like.
They are not normally 'selling' shows (ie, no prices on display) but there is usually a leaflet with the artists' contact details (email, website facebook etc), or a noticeboard where they pin their business cards. If there's a work of art you like, approach the artist asking if it's for sale, and negotiate a price with them.
There are usually lots of different mediums and styles - paintings, drawings, photography, ceramics, sculpture, even fashion and millinery - by some very talented young artists.
It is rewarding for the artist, and not just monetarily, since it is often the first work they have sold, and gives them the encouragement to pursue a career in what they love doing. And that in turn makes it rewarding for the buyer - gives you a 'nice warm glow' inside.
And from a purely selfish financial point of view, it may be the chance to buy artwork from a future famous artist, paying £10s or low £100s for something that in a few years' time is worth £1000s.
But if you do try this, buy it because you love it, not as an investment.:)

I have done this in the past, so am speaking from personal experience.

Sunshinemummy

Chrisv wrote: »

Aww, I need 'bits' :rotfl:

I do too, and also milk, bread, potatoes and lots of staples for the family before I abandon them again... but it is raining and miserable and there is an hilarious horror film on....and I daren't go outside!

:o:o:o:o:o:o:o:o

thick_tom

underperky wrote: »

Quick off the mark there young man
Your harem keeping you fit

ummm .................. that and a healthy diet

silverhairgranny

For shoe lovers.
£8.99 instead of £19.99 for a 4-tiered shoe rack, or £13.99 for a 10-tiered rack from Kings Bathrooms - store your shoe collection and save up to 55%

Westvleteren

squigs wrote: »

Very true Locarr, so if I have Westies' permission, I will add her post as well.:):):)

Nah, I think TM's is far more succinct

EMMAP

Rose my love- do you owe your sister £ for storing things in her barn? Seems a bit mean if that is the case. I think you're right about the clean break though.

I am having a fun afternoon. Huge box of DVDs to go through, notepad next to me with CEX/Music Magpie columns

Sunshinemummy

cheer1eader wrote: »

I can start my own little collection of S&G now lol
*goes and looks for an empty drawer :rotfl:

Or a shed..... :D:D:D:D

Jelly_Biactol wrote: »

Following on from the discussion last night about buying original works of art, one cost-effective option for those wishing to do so is via your local art college. Most will have a degree show or end-of-year show, which are normally open to the public (usually over several days including weekends and evenings). Go along, and see if there is anything you like.
They are not normally 'selling' shows (ie, no prices on display) but there is usually a leaflet with the artists' contact details (email, website facebook etc), or a noticeboard where they pin their business cards. If there's a work of art you like, approach the artist asking if it's for sale, and negotiate a price with them.
There are usually lots of different mediums and styles - paintings, drawings, photography, ceramics, sculpture, even fashion and millinery - by some very talented young artists.
It is rewarding for the artist, and not just monetarily, since it is often the first work they have sold, and gives them the encouragement to pursue a career in what they love doing. And that in turn makes it rewarding for the buyer - gives you a 'nice warm glow' inside.
And from a purely selfish financial point of view, it may be the chance to buy artwork from a future famous artist, paying £10s or low £100s for something that in a few years' time is worth £1000s.
But if you do try this, buy it because you love it, not as an investment.:)

I have done this in the past, so am speaking from personal experience.

I have a picture that I bought from one of DS1 friends when he was at college. It does not go in my house. But it is lovely, and he is a great kid who needed support and encouragement (and a bed/food for a few weeks). I will find somewhere for it when I move.

I also have some nice pictures which I bought in a job lot in an auction that I love, they remind me of a granny going to art class as a hobby... probably why I love them!

:D:D:D