Craig Thibodeau is a professional furniture maker in San Diego. He says that the recent economy has meant fewer clients looking for high-end work, but the ones who do appear “are interested in something special.” Having a good website with lots of high-quality photos of your work is essential, he says. A couple of years ago that website (ctfinefurniture.com) landed Thibodeau his greatest commission ever, when a wealthy client on the East Coast ordered a houseful of furniture, 60 pieces to date.