[Jewelry making - Article 00616] - Re: [Orchid] Jewelry "Friends"

[Miachelle DePiano]

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    You shouldn't feel bad-your family and friends should. It's one
    thing if you choose to make a piece of jewelry as a gift for someone.
    That is your decision-that's why it's a gift. 

    You run a business, not a charity. You've decided you want to make a
    living at something you love (I'm assuming) doing. But, in the end,
    because you are a business, practicality rules all. You apparently do
    give them a percentage off, like in the case of your father-in-law:
    28% is a pretty nice little discount. 

    It's a difficult situation. At some point you need to be able to
    discuss this with your family, so they understand (and you would
    think it wouldn't be necessary). It will take some diplomacy on your
    part, but firmness as well. 

    As for your sister-in-law, you definitely need request the necklace
    back. Again-you are a business, not a charity, even if they are
    related to you by marriage. I'm hoping your husband is on your side
    and understands-not that I'm suggesting you bring him in-but I'm
    hoping this is the case to make it easier for you when you finally
    make your stance known. 

    In the end, if they can't understand you are a business woman,
    regardless of your relationship, you may need to make a rule to
    separate family from business. They may not like it, but it's like
    dealing with children-either they come to an understanding, or you
    have to exert more drastic measures. 

    Good luck to you-I hope it works out well. 

Miachelle
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