New Kiltmaker?

**possingk** · 6th April 06, 01:01 PM

Moosehead,
Don't know if you have seen this thread but I think it sheds an interesting light on your planned venture. There were quite a few comments from kilt makers that are currently running thier own shops. I wish you nothing but luck in your venture though. A friend of mine and I have thought about it as well. Just couldn't find the time or money to start something.

**Colin** · 6th April 06, 01:03 PM

Are you counting all the established kiltmakers in Nova Scotia as competition? I would, I would also consider any online source competition.

If you go forward with your plan, I wish you all the luck and hope your business success beyond all your hopes.

**cavscout** · 6th April 06, 01:11 PM

I'd suggest cranking out 1 or 2 initially and test the waters that way. A few good reviews from members and friends can drum up some more business and give you a good feel for the market. If all goes well, open the gates and go for it. Best of luck!

**Moosehead** · 6th April 06, 01:27 PM

That would be wonderful for any business . . . but it seems too good . . . are you not going to pay yourself?

Had planned on it. Actually, the wife would pay me, the company in her name. Why? Because there would then be no taxes at our end. No income tax, no taxes on goods delivered here, and they would all be delivered. My basement is now a workroom/office, so no rent etc. No extra bills that I'm not already paying.

Are you counting all the established kiltmakers in Nova Scotia as competition

The only kilmakers (as opposed to retailers) that I know of are MacIsaacs in Cape Breton. And yes, everyone else would be considered competition.

**Colin** · 6th April 06, 01:30 PM

Originally Posted by Moosehead

The only kilmakers (as opposed to retailers) that I know of are MacIsaacs in Cape Breton. And yes, everyone else would be considered competition.

That's the only one off the top of my head too. I have an issue of Celtic Heritage at home, I will check that tonight and see if it lists any others.

**work-a-holic** · 29th July 06, 11:44 AM

i know of a kiltmakers in nova scotia its called little scotland my ex boss has left his family and bisness to work with them x

**Mattg** · 6th April 06, 01:44 PM

Originally Posted by cavscout

I'd suggest cranking out 1 or 2 initially and test the waters that way. A few good reviews from members and friends can drum up some more business and give you a good feel for the market. If all goes well, open the gates and go for it. Best of luck!

And ya know, if you're unsure of it, just send me a couple kilts and I'll test 'em for ya

**Southern Breeze** · 6th April 06, 01:55 PM

Any chance of an X-Marks discount?

**David Thornton** · 6th April 06, 04:09 PM

Know your costs, price accordingly, over deliver and underpromise. You'll be back here in a year reporing that you have had to hire some help.
PK isn't making his version of the casual (I'm still on the notice list if you get back right?) I think there is room.
I have a degree in econ if you need someone to bounce ideas off. I do not know the legal environment in your area though.
David

**Moosehead** · 6th April 06, 04:37 PM

This is not really a quick decision for me. I have always made one thing or another. In fact, as an artist I have pieces on permanent exhibit at a number of prominent museums, including the Smithsonian and Royal Museum of Art and History in Brussels

. So, this past year and a half in marketing/publishing has sucked. Working from home has been great, but the work is just not me. If I can fly things, and make things, all is copacetic with the world.

As mentioned in another thred (about francophones and kilts), I mentioned the lobster season is about to start. I've been asked to crew with one of the guys here and it is very good money. Enough that I can quit this rat race, fish for a couple of months and be set to start this new venture.

As for legalities, a little expansion: my wife is a status Indian (registered Indian for you guys down south). We live on the Rez. The company in her name, means everything is tax exempt. No income tax, no tax on received goods. We would only have to charge tax (sales and GST) to Canadian customers, and only the sales tax for orders from PEI. No taxes to pay, no tax to collect, means not charging as much. Have to take advantage in business.

I'm also considering traditional cut in heavy poly/cottons, cottons. Not looking at getting into all the accesories, just those that I can/have made for myself.

XMarks discount? Damned right!

Keep the comments coming please, all are appreciated.