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    Old 12-01-2012, 07:38 AM
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    Default What to charge for a quilters caddy?

    I made a quilters caddy and an acquaintance said she'd like one for her daughter who sews. But I don't know what to charge. The inside bucket costs $2.75 and there is about 1/2 yard of fabric and 1/4 yard screening. Since I've gotten the bugs out of the pattern, I think it will take me a bit over an hour to make. What do you think of $15.00? Too much, too little?
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    Old 12-01-2012, 07:52 AM
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    I think $15 or even $20 would be ok. I love it by the way.
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    Old 12-01-2012, 07:56 AM
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    Add up your material costs ... add in your time @ $/hour.

    What's your per hour rate?

    And of course, are you wanting to make a profit?
    Then add that in too.
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    Old 12-01-2012, 02:20 PM
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    it's a nice caddy... i'd say 25-30
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    Old 12-01-2012, 02:34 PM
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    Add at least 10.00-15.00 to your material cost since you said it took an hour.
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    Old 12-01-2012, 02:43 PM
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    I would say $25.
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    Old 12-01-2012, 03:08 PM
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    If you sold them for $15.00 I think they would sell pretty fast....at 20.00 I would have to think twice...but that is me...of course they are worth more..but for me I would have to think if I really need it if I pay for anything over 20.00
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    Definitely worth more than $15!! Very nicely done!
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    Old 12-01-2012, 03:15 PM
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    Golly, you're probably gonna clear $3. Isn't that something. Can't make a profit because everything is so high. Barny
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    Old 12-01-2012, 07:01 PM
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    Why not market it as the major retailers do.....at $19.95. Or $21.95. Or $26.95.
    They're awfully cute and useful!

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