Changing jobs is always a big transition, especially when you go from an office job to physical trade work as an upholsterer. Now in my fourth month of work at Spruce, I feel very comfortable in the new environment and can look back on my old job with a sense of humor about how things have changed.

Here are some of the the major trade-outs that happen going from a downtown advertising firm to an uptown upholstery studio:

All of these changes are totally worth it, and I’m completely in love with my new work environment. I am still thankful to find a world outside the office workplace where I can help make beautiful things for others to enjoy.

Hope this finds you all doing something you love!

Related Posts:

1. Confessions of an Upholstery Fledgling
2. Confessions of an Upholstery Apprentice 1
3. Upholstery Journal
4. Inspiration of the week
5. History of the Upholder

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1. Mary Gatling's comment is:

   I really like the way you used visuals here to tell your story. This was wonderful! Glad you are enjoying your new life!

   January 24, 2010 - 7:40pm
2. Dawn's comment is:

   Great post! And good decision.

   January 25, 2010 - 4:40pm
3. Gadora Wilder's comment is:

   Sounds like divine trade-offs. Especially love the transition from smart cropped jacket to down-to-business apron. And heels to boots! (Thanks for the hint with Match the Sprucette’s apron!)

   February 1, 2010 - 10:37am
   • Tessa's comment is:

     @Gadora Wilder, Hi Gadora! Don’t be fooled by the photo of the girl in the apron…it is actually a stock photo of Skinny la Minx aprons I used. But, there is a huge hint on one of my other blogs that will help you with the apron section of Match That Spruecette. Good luck!!!

     February 3, 2010 - 3:17pm

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