I have this love/hate relationship with special orders.
I love being a part of weddings. Making a handmade wedding gift for a client is truly fulfilling in a unique way. Who wouldn’t want to be a part of some couple’s oh-so-special day?
On the other hand, I hate the time pressure that’s inevitable with special orders. Even if people don’t specify an impossible deadline, I always have a date in mind that I tell them the board should be done by …
And it’s always too soon.
Well, it seems that way, in any event.
The reality of my situation is that I have so much to do, there’s never time to not be doing.
It’s a wonderful problem to have!
So, with these special orders, I’m about as caught up as I ever am. Still in the shop are 2 more that just need feet attached to be done. There are 4 more awaiting construction, one restoration to finish … and then there are the 2 big corporate orders to complete in October. And don’t forget, 2 of our biggest events of the year are in October.
So, yes, I’ve got more to do … even as I celebrate some of what I’ve done.
You do incredible work!