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Old 07-13-2011, 10:32 AM
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Wunder-Mar
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Originally Posted by charismah
12$
They are adorable!
I'm with Charisma - crafters HORRIBLY underprice their work. Although I hate gouging, $12 is not excessive. You could also "tier" the pricing: 1 to 5 bags $12 each, 6 to 10 bags $10 each, 10 to 15 bags $10 each plus a free bag ... something like that.

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.
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