The number at the end of the year has changed, but have you changed? Perhaps changed the way you think? Yes, we want to make this a better year than last year, but are we willing to do anything different? Like how you go about making money in the Antique, Collectible and Fine Art Markets in the 21st Century?

I think we can all agree that there are no get rich quick schemes that work. And I think we can also agree that the way to prosper in this market has dramatically changed. With high-end items selling at record prices, why sit on the sidelines while others reap the benefits?

Prosperity in this market doesn’t have to elude you. It’s just a new game out there today, and it requires a new way of thinking, a new strategy and a new way of playing in it. If you’re not flourishing in this market, could you grab hold of this: There’s a way to work this industry that can change the quality of your life, as well as substantially increase your bank account. I’ll shout it from the rooftops if I have to.

I hope you are getting the message, because this can be a different kind of year for you, if you’ll let it.

My staff and I have presented a 21st century plan that can make this a truly stellar year for those working in the antiques, collectibles and fine art markets, as well as for those who want to be a part of this booming market. I believe 2008 can be the greatest year yet for those who have taken to mind and heart the message of our plan and have already joined our community, the 31 Club.

2008 can be the greatest year of our lives when we work together to fulfill the steps of our plan. I predict there will be several members of our 31 Club that will complete at least 11 steps this year, and in doing so, will have an account stashed away with over $200,000. Will you be one of them?

When you take the time to explore what we present and become part of our community of like-minded people, you’ll see that financial success is not only possible, but probable.

Those who have already joined us have opened their minds to the possibility that just by changing their perspective and tweaking the way they work can make the breakthrough for them. They’ve now opened up the floodgates to their financial reward. And they won’t be taking this journey alone.

Once you decide to join us, you won’t have to conquer the mountain all by yourself. It’s much easier if you are accompanied by others as you ascend to the summit. The knowledge necessary to fulfill the plan will be provided to you on a daily basis. Our phone and e-mail are accessible to all our members to answer questions or kick around some ideas. If you live in the Chicago area, you can even come and meet with me personally. Now, I imagine that in our current culture, it is hard to believe there’s someone out there devoted to your success. I challenge you to believe differently. I want to see all active members of our club reach the top of the summit. Even if you fall back a little from time to time, the rope that holds us all together will help you to keep advancing until we all stand at the top. I promise that we at 31 Inc., aren’t stopping until we’ve completed all the steps and have conquered all the naysayers by standing at the peak and looking down at all those who haven’t even come to the base of the mountain yet. So, again, what’s really holding you back?

You have already begun the journey to by regularly reading this Blog. The only other question unanswered is when are you going to join forces with us? Those who have already acquired the book that contains our plan and work closely with us are already on their way. So what’s holding you back from becoming a member of the 31 Club? $19.95?
The Maine Antique Digest, AntiqueWeek, and the Antique Trader are filled with the new records being set in all the classifications of antiques, collectibles & fine art. I can assure you that our members will be finding some of these treasures this year. Our member Sally, didn’t think that she would be written up in many of the publications this past year, but she was when her Pauline Palmer painting sold for a record price and changed her life. Will it be you this year? Join us today.

I have missed hearing from Cathy, Vickie, Cecil and others over this long holiday season, but I know that now that a new year has started, my phone will be ringing off the hook and the emails will overcome my computer. I just love it!

Cindy and I have been discussing the new year and I can state without any hesitation that the Members Only section of our website will become one of the greatest assets to your success as further development takes place. Do you believe that we have only been in business for six months? Wow! I can’t sit still just thinking about what the next six months are going to be like. Everywhere I look I see money being made.

I am looking forward to a great 2008 and I don’t know who I’d rather spend it with than all of you who want a better life for yourself and your family and friends.

Yes, God is good, and he has given so much. I am certain that we, as a group, will be giving back willingly as we succeed. – Daryle
Discover how our book can be the tool that helps you become financially free buying and selling antiques, collectibles and fine art the 21st century way.

Be sure to visit our web site for more information about how you can join the 31 Club Wealth Building and start your own race to your millions! Read more about The Million Dollar Challenge.

If you haven’t yet had a chance to see what we’ve got listed in the 31 Gallery & Marketplace, click on over and take a look. You might even find a real bargain. We’ve got many high quality items priced reasonably. If you have a high quality piece you’d like us to find a buyer for, why not consign your item to us. No high fees when you sell with us. Contact us here.

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Yesterday, I introduced you to Spatterware and the exciting prices that can be achieved if you find the right pieces. I hope you didn’t go rushing off to buy something and ended up with Spatterware’s poor cousin, Spongeware.

The technique used to produce Spongeware is totally different than that for Spatterware. With Spongeware, the design is applied by a sponge or piece of cloth, and often the entire surface of the item is decorated. The reason that I call this type of dinnerware the poor cousin is because you will find very few pieces selling over $1,000, while with Spatterware, $1,000 is often just the starting point.

Spongeware is more primitive than the Spatterware, so therefore, it is far less attractive for using as decoration, in my opinion. When I spent my early years on the farm with my grandparents, there was always a lot of spongeware being used in everyday situations. In fact my grandfather used a Spongeware crock to make his butter in. But just because it is the poor cousin, doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t become familiar with it.

Looking through several books, I found that there are still pieces of this stoneware that you should be familiar with. For example, I find a maple syrup jug in blue and white with a bail handle will still bring over $1,000. Also a teapot might fetch up to a $1,000 if it is in mint condition.

In Hancock County, Kentucky, we didn’t make maple syrup, but we did have molasses made from sugar cane and real honey that we harvested right from the bee hive. These were always kept in Spongeware jars just waiting for grandmother’s homemade biscuits and freshly churned butter.

It is amazing how so many of the items I see, like Spatterware and Spongeware, return me in my mind’s eye to my wonderful early years spent of the farm. I am so thankful that writing for you gives me this opportunity to return to those times ahd share them with others. I’ve noticed that when people get to be a certain age, they long for some of the items that bring them back to their childhood days. I can see that there is comfort in that, and is probably the reason many people buy certain items. In fact, I just might go out and find myself a piece of spongeware to remind me of where I came from.

I remember some excitement on the farm one day when we discovered a bee hive inside the wall next to the chimney. Of course all the children were screaming and my uncles were setting the newspapers afire so that the smoke would scare the bees away. My little cousins and I all wondered if the whole house was going to be set ablaze. But, they did have the blaze under control and yes, we did get to enjoy all the honey later that day. I can still see that spongeware container. Yes, I do believe that God is truly in charge. - Daryle

Be sure to visit our web site for more information about how you can join the 31 Club Wealth Building and start your own race to your millions! Read more about The Million Dollar Challenge here. here

If you haven’t yet had a chance to see what we’ve got listed in the 31 Gallery & Marketplace, click on over and take a look. You might even find a real bargain. We’ve got many high quality items priced reasonably. If you have a high quality piece you’d like us to find a buyer for, why not consign your item to us. No high fees when you sell with us. Contact us here.

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