Scrappile Posted June 15, 2017 Report Posted June 15, 2017 (edited) My first sell without even trying. I made this Second Amendment Plaque that several people here have done. Mine is not complete, I'm waiting for the finish to dry so I can assemble it. I also extended the backer board on the outside edges of each section about 1/4" and rounded the edges over. Does not show in the picture much, but it does look nice that way. Sent a picture to my son. Today he called and asked what I would want for one. We discussed it and I ended up telling him at least $100. He agreed and said he would call back. Few minutes he called back, says sold two for $125 ea + shipping. He didn't think $100 was enough and this guy can afford it. Going to a guy in New York for himself and his son. Now I have to get to work. Oh, ya, paid in advance. Also today my Nephew called and wanted to know if I could make a John Wayne picture. His boss said she would pay for one. I really don't want to get too obligated in selling because this is a hobby for me and just fun. However, this kind of sells help buy wood and supplies.... Edited November 7, 2017 by Scrappile Jim Finn, leshko, realfEZ and 6 others 9 Quote
Scrolling Steve Posted June 15, 2017 Report Posted June 15, 2017 Congrats Paul !.....Very nice work ! Scrappile 1 Quote
Gordster Posted June 15, 2017 Report Posted June 15, 2017 Good going Paul...Well worth every penny...your son did well pricing it higher. Scrappile 1 Quote
Iguanadon Posted June 15, 2017 Report Posted June 15, 2017 Excellent Paul. I still enjoy my hobby as I sell and hopefully you will also. Scrappile 1 Quote
Dave Monk Posted June 15, 2017 Report Posted June 15, 2017 Way to go Paul. Nothing wrong with selling some stuff to support your habit. Scrappile and GPscroller 2 Quote
GPscroller Posted June 16, 2017 Report Posted June 16, 2017 Congrats Paul. Dave said it best above. I agree with your son, $100 was not enough. Jeff Scrappile 1 Quote
DWSUDEKUM Posted June 16, 2017 Report Posted June 16, 2017 Great work. I can see why it sold the work is awesome. Thanks for sharing this with us. DW Scrappile 1 Quote
penquin Posted June 16, 2017 Report Posted June 16, 2017 Way to go, let it happen, remember this is a way to pay for the wood and reduce expense's.. Really like the cutting, looks super. jim penquin Scrappile 1 Quote
rjR Posted June 16, 2017 Report Posted June 16, 2017 GREAT GOING!!! Nothing wrong at all with a hobby that at least partly pays it's own way! Scrappile 1 Quote
Aggie Posted June 16, 2017 Report Posted June 16, 2017 Nice going Paul It's always nice to know people are willing to pay for your work. It really made me happy when I sold the logo I made to the store. Scrappile 1 Quote
wombatie Posted June 16, 2017 Report Posted June 16, 2017 You did a beautiful job Paul, it looks great. It's great to sell some of the things we make that way we can buy wood, blades, finish and still enjoy what we do. Congra'ts Marg Scrappile 1 Quote
spirithorse Posted June 16, 2017 Report Posted June 16, 2017 Good on ya', Paul! I know I have told you several times in the past that your work is fantastic and you really should sell some. I realize you don't want your hobby to become a job but, I'm glad you are seeing some money for all your hard work. God Bless! Spirithorse Scrappile 1 Quote
blights69 Posted June 16, 2017 Report Posted June 16, 2017 Well done Paul nice price for that too Scrappile 1 Quote
lawson56 Posted June 16, 2017 Report Posted June 16, 2017 Super Fantastic Paul.Your work is Awesome.I was the same way when I 1st started.But when I knew people would buy my stuff,I knew it would help with the bills,and the cost of my new found hobby. Scrappile 1 Quote
daveww1 Posted June 16, 2017 Report Posted June 16, 2017 awesome job, glad that you were able to sell a few Scrappile 1 Quote
MTCowpoke22 Posted June 16, 2017 Report Posted June 16, 2017 Wow. That looks great! Scrappile 1 Quote
Denny Knappen Posted June 16, 2017 Report Posted June 16, 2017 Very well done, Paul. Someone said I should raise my prices, but if I make something to buy more wood, it is worth it. Scrappile 1 Quote
Rob Posted June 16, 2017 Report Posted June 16, 2017 Congratulations Paul. It's a great piece and worth every penny or should I say cent? Rob Scrappile 1 Quote
Ron Johnson Posted June 17, 2017 Report Posted June 17, 2017 Congrats on selling some of your beautiful work Paul. Scrappile 1 Quote
amazingkevin Posted June 17, 2017 Report Posted June 17, 2017 On 6/15/2017 at 6:00 PM, Scrappile said: My first sell without even trying. I made this Second Amendment Plaque that several people here have done. Mine is not complete, I'm waiting for the finish to dry so I can assemble it. I also extended the backer board on the outside edges of each section about 1/4" and rounded the edges over. Does not show in the picture much, but it does look nice that way. Sent a picture to my son. Today he called and asked what I would want for one. We discussed it and I ended up telling him at least $100. He agreed and said he would call back. Few minutes he called back, says sold two for $125 ea + shipping. He didn't think $100 was enough and this guy can afford it. Going to a guy in New York for himself and his son. Now I have to get to work. Oh, ya, paid in advance. Also today my Nephew called and wanted to know if I could make a John Wayne picture. His boss said she would pay for one. I really don't want to get too obligated in selling because this is a hobby for me and just fun. However, this kind of sells help buy wood and supplies.... Excellent job! ! Scrappile 1 Quote
newfie Posted June 17, 2017 Report Posted June 17, 2017 Nice work. Good for you you got a few sells if it wasn't for a few sells here and there is wouldn't be able to keep it as an hobby. thanks for sharing Scrappile 1 Quote
meflick Posted June 17, 2017 Report Posted June 17, 2017 Beautiful work. Nothing wrong with selling enough to pay for more wood and tools. I agree with your son. $100 definitely not enough. Not sure $125 is though either -but then that's from me who runs afraid of all those words! Scrappile 1 Quote
leshko Posted June 22, 2017 Report Posted June 22, 2017 Very nice! Beautiful calligraphy and careful neat cutting are created an impressive masterpiece! Quote
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