Oh Crap Sale: An Unexpected Heartfelt Offer

Hey everyone, Rafi here! Brace yourselves, because I’m about to dive headfirst into the deep end of vulnerability.

So, gather ’round, because here comes the “Oh Crap” tale of Rafi and Klee’s Grand Adventure in Homeownership. A couple of years ago, we leapt into our dream house. It’s fabulous—really, it’s everything we wanted. But, as life loves to keep things spicy, it tossed us a few curveballs. And by curveballs, I mean unexpected repairs and a few… let’s call them ‘less-than-stellar’ decisions on our part, in a mad dash to reopen the studio.

One of those decisions involved a plumber who turned out to be more of a magic act—poof—and there went a good chunk of our money. I haven’t talked much about that episode because, well, embarrassment doesn’t even begin to cover it. One day you have a savings account, and the next, you’re staring at the financial equivalent of a black hole.

Yep, that’s right —the big goose egg. Our bank account decided to emulate my early art career: utterly, beautifully empty.

But hey, life’s a quirky little journey, isn’t it? Despite these hiccups, we’ve managed to claw our way back towards stability these past few years. Plus, we’ve had the immense joy of providing a safe haven for my daughter, turning our house into a family home. That’s been the silver lining amid the chaos of plumbing nightmares and fiscal vanishing acts.

But just as we were enjoying this new improving stability, the crap hit the fan last month. Now we find ourselves in this weird limbo where opportunities are on the horizon, but right now we are in a standstill.

As much as I’m not usually the “Sale! Sale! Sale!” kind of guy—seriously, I’m more the “Art! Art! Art!” type—these past weeks have been a crash course in the fine art of unpredictability. Being an artist, I’m no stranger to the rollercoaster ride of creative business: the thrilling highs, the nail-biting lows, and those weird loop-de-loops where you’re not sure if your coffee is still in the cup or if it’s actually paint water.

January through June? They’re our annual “Where did everyone go?” months. Normally, we’d have a nice cushy buffer saved up, built from the fat months to cushion the lean ones. Well, this year, our buffer decided to go on a vacation—without us. Yep, no buffer, no backup, just good ol’ fashioned winging it.

Introducing the “Oh Crap Sale”

In light of our current pickle, we’re kicking off the “Oh Crap Sale.” We’re offering a whopping 35%-40% off all original art and jewelry. Now, I know what some of you might be thinking — sales can sometimes feel a bit impersonal, right? But I want to assure you, this isn’t just about numbers for us. It’s about connection. Well, in this case, it is a little about the numbers. Something that is really important to us is that you purchase something that speaks to your heart and not just arbitrarily buy something. As much as we would appreciate it financially, we want you to enjoy the experience and walk away feeling fulfilled.

USE COUPON CODE: GET35 – for 35 percent off original art and jewelry.

USE COUPON CODE: GET40 – for 40 percent off original art and jewelry.

More Than Just a Sale

This sale is a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has supported us through the years. Whether you’ve followed our journey, shared your energy, or brought our work into your homes, you’ve been with us. This sale, albeit born from necessity, is another way of expressing our gratitude.

A Nudge for Dreamers

If there’s ever been a piece of art or a unique piece of jewelry you’ve eyed in our collection, this might be the perfect time. Maybe this sale is the nudge you need to finally own something that speaks to you, something made with passion and love.

Supporting Us Further

We’ve been touched by messages from fellow creatives and supporters who’ve asked how they can contribute financially beyond purchasing art. To make it easier, we’ve added a section on our website where you can directly support us. Every bit helps, and we are immensely grateful for your generosity and kindness.

On a Personal Note

Honestly, putting our work on sale due to financial stress brings up a lot of mixed feelings. Over the years, Klee and I have poured our hearts into creating inspirational and motivational content for artists. Facing financial instability triggers that imposter syndrome many of us are all too familiar with. The truth is, crap happens and sometimes you have to roll with the punches.

Here’s what I keep telling myself — reaching out isn’t a sign of failure; it’s a sign of strength. It’s about being real and embracing vulnerability as part of the creative journey. I’ve always tried to be as authentic as possible, but I also know I have a REALLY hard time asking for help. As you can imagine, I have deleted this message about 14 times, but I made a promise to be real. The truth is, Klee and I are having a difficult financial moment and selling some of the hundred works of art I have would help.

Thanks for listening, for supporting, and for being part of this adventure. If any of the pieces call out to you, or if you just want to share some love below in the comments, we’re here, and we’re grateful.

With all the creativity and love I can muster, Rafi

P.S. The “Oh Crap Sale” is on from now until the end of May 5/31/24. Again, thank you so much.