Sunday, January 5, 2014

Expect Consistency in Details, Design, and Workmanship

You can order a custom made Vintage Trailer Awning by Kristi, with confidence and assurance, knowing that the details, design, and workmanship, have remained consistent throughout the years.
The high quality standards have not been compromised, the fabric continues to be marine grade 100% acrylic awning fabric, appropriate for the project. A one owner, one operator, small home business, that still makes custom vintage trailer awnings with old- time craftsmanship.
Although there are easier, less expensive ways to make an awning, my customers expect to see, and appreciate the unique differences, in Vintage Trailer Awnings by Kristi. 

Contact information:    dfoster@bellsouth.net
http://www.facebook.com/vintagetrailerawnings
http://www.vintageawning.blogspot.com






A Charming Job Title

As many of you already know, "The Awning Lady" has been on my business cards, my Blogs, and my Google profile descriptions for  many years. I have even written a short story entitled  The Awning Lady. It is what I have always been called at vintage trailer rallies, have claimed, and accepted as a charming job title. I have always been and will continue to be The Awning Lady.


http://vintageawning.blogspot.com/2011/04/awning-lady.html


Friday, January 3, 2014

The Value Is Obvious To The Educated Consumer

Have you researched the retail price per yard of marine grade awning fabric lately? Have you compiled a supply list, and calculated the cost of purchasing the necessary weather resistant supplies for making a vintage trailer awning? Have you considered the type of sewing machine necessary to power through heavy awning fabric using thick, weather resistant, thread? Do you  know how to install a grommet? Do you know how to mange the weight and bulk of the awning fabric while sewing? How valuable is your time? After answering  these questions, you may want to reconsider attempting to make your own awning! The value of a Vintage Trailer Awning by Kristi, will become more apparent, once you have become an educated consumer. By purchasing my awning supplies in large quantities, I am able to greatly reduce the cost per yard of the fabric, plus save on bulk shipping,  thereby passing the savings on to my customers.
Yes, you do have to consider the cost of labor. However, every year, I am contacted by someone who purchased fabric, planning to make their own awning, and now are in a dilemma. They either bought the wrong type of fabric, not enough fabric, or decided they didn't have a clue what they were doing. 54" wide fabric is outdoor upholstery fabric, not intended for awnings, but rather for outdoor furniture and pillows. It generally is only vibrant on one side, and is not 9.25 weight for strength and durability.
So, consider the obvious value of a professionally made, quality constructed, Vintage Trailer Awning by Kristi                                 Contact me at  dfoster@bellsouth.net