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That's how it goes for many things hand-made. My mother was a spinner and hand-weaver, barely getting by selling to some very, very wealthy people.

Another example is that I build 1:10 scale truck bodies for radio control cars. One takes anything from 2 to 12 months, depending on the amount of detail I'm willing to put into engines, opening doors/hood/trunk, backlit dashboard, and so on. I'm often asked to sell them, or to take commissions. I always refuse, as one (basic) body, counting time and materials, should go for at least $10k to be even marginally profitable.

I've given some away, which is a lot more rewarding than selling one for $500.




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