2016 going to try hard…
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So guys since this week’s episode is not up yet, I’ll post an update.
Last time I started a thread I was just back from Paul’s class and made a couple of nice projects that turned out good enough.
Anyway, as life never goes as expected, I started this year unemployed and with very little chance of getting a good job at the moment.
I had made some furniture for my wife’s store (pics below), a while later a guy came by and asked about a shelving unit that he wanted built. So, my wife and friends got me to jump in head first, and that was my first comission, a nightmare at first but it turned out great. After that I made some more works for other people and after that I decided to try making a living of it.
Here are some pics of what I’ve been doing these past months.
Everything made by hand except the long rip cuts on the beech display shelf.
regards
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You must be logged in to view attached files.2 March 2016 at 8:45 pm #135237Wishing you the best, Lute. It appears that you have the good support system that you need to get this going.
Dave
3 March 2016 at 4:41 am #135249Your projects look really good. The job loss may be a blessing in disguise. Good luck with the new career.
Thanks a lot for the support guys :))
in deed having my family behind is a blessing David, and Peter I hope you are right!!.
Some more pictures of this week’s work.
a couple of versions of a coat rack that a client asked for and gave me freedom in the design (in the end he kept the triangular one)As I cannot afford to rent a place for my shop exclusively right now, I found a coworking workshop where I can work and share space and ideas with other people. I’ll post when done moving the bench and the tool chest are already there. I’m gonna miss the home shop though.
regards
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You must be logged in to view attached files.10 March 2016 at 10:11 pm #135516Great stuff, Mateo. I hope this turns out to be a full time job for you. Good luck!
Thanks Matt,
Hey Wesley how are you doing? Thanks for the compliments mate.
It is amazing in deed, and a little bit arrogant on my part because there are a lot of fields where I’ve got no clue but I try to keep it honest and tell people that I’m still learning, I’ve rejected a couple of commissions so far because I didn’t see myself proficient enough to make a product I can feel proud of.
But if you don’t challenge yourself you can’t grow!!
I hope everything is well on the Netherlands.
Cheers
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