Recession and the Internet

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

So many good businesses have disappeared its so sad. For example: I'm furniture shopping and really struggling to find something unusual, tastefully, isn't shabby chic, handmade if possible.

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By *layfullsamMan
over a year ago

Solihull

"So many good businesses have disappeared its so sad. For example: I'm furniture shopping and really struggling to find something unusual, tastefully, isn't shabby chic, handmade if possible.

Google furniture makers, there are some real craftsmen locked away in little sheds and units who will turn out bespoke whatever you want pieces.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

I've found some real gems on ebay but those are few and far between

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

It has less to do with recession than it does the 'throw away' culture we seem to have adopted

People shop for what is 'on trend' as opposed to what might have timeless appeal and build quality

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"It has less to do with recession than it does the 'throw away' culture we seem to have adopted

People shop for what is 'on trend' as opposed to what might have timeless appeal and build quality

Exactly!!!! You hit the nail on the head

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex

If people don't have much disposable income they will buy cheap items which by their nature will be poorly made and therefore disposable.

We tend to go for second hand as we can't afford bespoke. However bespoke is the way forward if you want well made, durable furniture

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