December 13, 200817 yr As stated above I had my first sale today. It wasn't much, but it is a start. I am really happy today.
December 13, 200817 yr pretty cool feelin gettin paid for something you created isnt it. I'm goin to do a final install today on my first job. Now I can get paid and buy my new anvil.
December 13, 200817 yr Good work man!. . Like a famous philosopher that goes by the name of Flavor Flave said "They'ze got to pay me boiii!!!"
December 13, 200817 yr Author I sold a Hoof pick and 3 Halter Hooks. I like the Flavor Flave remark. It is a great feeling.
December 13, 200817 yr It's a great feeling to create something for a customer, have them give you the smile of satisfaction, and getting paid to do it. Good luck as this blacksmithing addiction keeps growing.
December 13, 200817 yr Better yet! I manage a lumber yard as my real job. I have been in my office and heard people come up to the sales counter and ask. "where are the BBQ tools?" My sales people direct them to my office, where I keep a couple sets hanging on the wall. I have had people come in and buy a set, then come back and get more for gifts. One person has so far bought a single flipper, a 2 piece set, flipper and fork, and 3 3 piece sets, flipper, fork, and spatula.
December 14, 200817 yr Getting past the stone walls and learning curves doesn't seem so bad when a forever lasting warm feeling of success and satisfaction overtakes you. When I look back at my first pieces, i, for a second, think how did i ever get excited about that; then i remember it wasn't just the work in the piece, it was also the feeling I had of thrill that someone could appreciate something I made. that feeling should never go away. (or your getting stagnant in your work and it's time to learn something new).
December 14, 200817 yr my first sale was a railroad spike letter opener on eBay. feels good doesn't it?
December 14, 200817 yr That's the start of something really good. You might want to check out the blacksmiths anounamous thread now that you will be getting that iron itch!
December 15, 200817 yr Author I have been working with metal (as a professional welder) since 1996. I have had the "Itch" for sometime now. I love this stuff.
December 16, 200817 yr congrats! Hopefully, your fortune will be "catching" and some of us other beginers with have its smile shine on us.:D
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