How much would you charge?...
#142
I would charge too muc to make people want them. I'm esttimateing at least an hours time, which put the price WAY over $4. And that;s without supplies, which are probably a couple dollars. TO ME, not worth my time as a money maker. But I might give them to friends as gifts, becasue the are cute!
#143
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$4 is a steal but i think $8 is better....but for a craft fair..$10 is best, that's just my opinion, since i haven't made one then im not sure how much time/effort goes into it. By the way...your's are adorable! Would make very lovely practical gifts for birthdays, christmas, just because !
#147
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Originally Posted by charismah
12$
They are adorable!
They are adorable!
I had a dear friend who got herself in a real bind because she undervalued - forgot altogether, actually! - the price and value of her TIME to make it. She was making enough to cover the cost of materials, but had NO TIME left to herself because she was fulfilling all her orders.
Think about it: what would a retail store charge for this same object (which you KNOW will not be made as well as you will make it)? More than $12, that's for sure!
Time is NOT just how long you're at the machine: it's selection of fabrics and embellishments, planning and creating personal touches ("Could you do a little [whatever] here???"], quality control (excellent construction, and the time & gas cost to drive and shop for fabric and other supplies.
#149
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I checked the website for this Little Wallet Card. This is what I came up with.
Little Wallet Card: $5.95
2 fat quarters, different designs
6" x 9" interfacing.
1 snap or buttom.
Considering the cost of the pattern, cost of fat quarters and interfacing, not to mention to snap or buttom, I would say $12.00 to $15.00 should be your minimum cost. Don't sell your self short, even with friends.
Little Wallet Card: $5.95
2 fat quarters, different designs
6" x 9" interfacing.
1 snap or buttom.
Considering the cost of the pattern, cost of fat quarters and interfacing, not to mention to snap or buttom, I would say $12.00 to $15.00 should be your minimum cost. Don't sell your self short, even with friends.
#150
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Originally Posted by Grandma Mary
I was told by a crafter once, to charge 3 times the cost of your materials. This helps cover your time and expertise.
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