Just a couple days ago, Jim asked me if I have run out of sunbrella fabric and projects for the canvas guy. This was the day Luis Sanchez delivered our cockpit cushions. We were introduced to Luis by Aline and Brad on Grinn. Having a canvas guy who actually completes a project was new to me. And not having to take a second mortgage out to pay for the work was new too.

In the Marina del Rey area there were several supposed canvas guys, but none ever answered their phones. It took some heavy muscle and threats to get one of them to finish our dodger....this after months of begging. I am serious. It took a friend of a friend to threaten the guys' continued livelihood in the Marina to finish.

Here I have been so impressed by Luis and his work. Granted, it may take a few more days than promised, but days are nothing when I waited for months in the states. Plus, the price has been more than fair, saving us hundreds of dollars.

So I haven't completely run out of sunbrella, but Luis has completed all the projects I can think of. Unless I ask him to make a cover for the entire boat to keep the sun at bay for the summer months. Hummmm, just thinking of the possibilities ;-)