I'm Al, a car enthusiast, vehicle wrapper and 'customiser' with a passion for all things motor related.
I attend car shows and events across the country with my wife and son.
I have secured a unit in Halifax, West Yorkshire that I will be able to use for my own start up business of vehicle wrapping and graphics, modifications to cars and to also be able to let people use the unit to do their own work. This is something I'm really focusing on, as for many years I would not be able to fulfil my hobby, due to weather and space.
After attending many shows and networking with lots of people, I also want to create a space for people to come, have a coffee (or tea) and have a chat, get to know other enthusiasts and for it be a safe space just to relax. A family environment for everyone.
This has always been a passion of mine so when the unit became available I had to take the opportunity.
With having a family (wife and son) and currently sub contracting on a full time basis. Finding the funds to be able to purchase things such as - workbench, plotter, chairs, signage, advertising and most importantly a coffee machine (I have a kettle for now) is rather difficult.
I have everything to start up on a small scale but I want to bring the community together upon opening and create an open day for everyone to attend and socialise.
I am not trying to raise funds for the entire project and most of the things will happen over time.
Initially, what I am 'asking' for, is funds for a workbench, coffee making facilities, a larger plotter, some tables and chairs, some vinyl for smaller projects and the hire of a food vendor for opening day, I have also included in the request the amount for 1 months rent to ease pressure on start up.
All help will be greatly appreciated and we are currently looking at 'gifts' for this who do donate to this start up project.