I have been building a bunch of fly boxes this month they were selling like hotcakes.

Well it has been a while sense I last posted to this it was getting ruff but I think we will be all right. I am getting a little busier and I think people are starting feel that they can do a little more. I hope to get some furniture out soon. In the mean time I have been building my Rubio work table for the studio I is a cherry top with maple legs it will be a nice addition am also going to be in the Olympia arts walk agene need to be seen in the community. Well I need to get in the studio and work so hopefully I will start doing this moor often.

so this says it all for me I think we really need to rethink our values in america as a nation we could all be much happier.I was e-mailed this from NW fine woodworking.

WHY CHEAP CHEATS US ALL

It isn't very often that I come across an article that hits the nail on the head (couldn't resist!) when it comes to consumerism in America. But the most recent issue of American Craft magazine manages to do just that during an interview with Ellen Ruppel Shell, author of Cheap: The High Cost of Discount Culture.

One of the books chapters, entitled "Death of a Craftsman" conveys how goods have become fairly disposable, shrinking the demand for craftspeople while causing handcrafted objects to become more rare and expensive. Interviewer Shannon Sharpe asks the question "Is it elitist to expect people to pay a higher price for handmade items?"

Here is some of Ellen Ruppel Shell's response:

"In one way, we view handcrafted objects as available to only the wealthy. But in the past, we made things by hand because it was economical. ...Craft doesn't need to be precious; it can be functional. A well made table will last for years, but craftsmanship takes time, and that is the enemy of discount stores. Mass production has led shoppers to view a table as just a table, a vase as just a vase. With well crafted goods, there is a relationship attached to the object. Craftsmen rely on skill, commitment, and judgement. Choosing to purchase something well-made that someone has invested time and skill in is rational, not elitist."

The conversation addresses cultural and economic factors in America today, yet is inspiring on many levels. It highlights the shift so many people are now feeling to make choices that not only have an intrinsic value and ethical foundation, but will stand testament throughout the years of our lives.

this month is almost over and i have to say it was not an easy I hope next month is more of a busy one. at lest are into spring and that should get people out and about I am so exited about arts walk i wish it would come sooner.well i have things to do so i will be posting my news letter soon so in tell then if you need any woodwork let me know we will help design and build it for you

Here we go into March and spring is just around the corner. Anderson woodworks will be participating in Arts Walk this year April 24 & 25

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Friday 5-10 p.m Saturday 12-7p.m see you there at the Euphorium Salon. I will have a few items there and a photo album of my work to display am really exited it is our first exhibit so I hope it goes well. I am also creating a line of furniture that I will have on hand in limited numbers we are currently in the design phase of that so I will post pictures in the upcoming newsletters. Remember it time to begin is building arbors or outdoor furniture for your summer patio or garden; just give me a call today for a free consultation.

ok so this is my new marketing thing I will make one of these every month and send out in an e-mail i hope it works.