Originally Posted by Tinabodina
Originally Posted by FERSID
Originally Posted by LindaWheattall
Has anyone ever been short changed on the amount of fabric? I've bought fabric and fusible there and sometimes I only get 32-34 inches. It's too far to waste the gas to take it back.
When I sell fabric, my policy for measurement is based on the following:
I add 1 - 1 1/2 inches extra to the first measurement.
So if the customer has asked for 3 yards, I measure 3 yards + (plus) 1 - 1 1/2 inches extra BEFORE I cut.
This method of measuring takes into account the fabric may not be or is generally NOT cut straight therefore, it may measure as 3 yards at the selvage, but in actuality, measure less in the inside centre.
Make sense? I've NEVER had a customer complain - only comment they received more than what they asked for.
Does your employer agree to this policy? How do they adjust the inventory?
I AM the employer. Even still, the markup on fabric is such that the loss of 15 - 22 1/2 inches from a standard 15 yard bolt is neglible.
Worth more to keep a happy RETURNING customer than to lose one - or MORE when word-of-mouth travels and you become known as the "jip shop".
This QB is a prime example of word getting around.
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