Post #283120 by Tamapoutini on Sun, Feb 4, 2007 4:00 PM

Yubaba: I dont know much about woodworking;ie how long they might take or what other material costs may be incurred (you say she is supplying timber), but some quick maths gives me $32 per piece!? Doesnt sound worth picking up your tools for to me... A bit of recognition is one thing; slave labour another. Your work (the little we've seen; c'mon! :wink: ) is very clean & well concieved & it is obvious that you put some time into all stages.

Give yourself a break; either turn her down or renegotiate. Drastically if necessary! It can be done nicely but be firm about it - this job could lead to other jobs, friends of hers wanting similar deals. Start as you intend to continue; 'getting known' will occur naturally as pieces are put into the world anyway.
-I wouldnt be saying this if I didnt thin your work up to par.

As previous posts on this thread attest: finding your price & market/niche are some of the hardest aspects of creating to sell. You'll get there. I believe like every other aspect of what we do, it is a matter of self-discovery/trail & error. Learning to 'say No' & learning to 'let go' (of good work/bad work, good deals/bad deals...) are vital!

Good luck! Tama :)