Let's look at this from the "buyer" point of view.....perhaps once they hear the price quoted, they have learned the "value" and that they are sad that it really is not in their budget. I love Coach purses but I dont have the "budget"to pay $350 for one I currently drool over. That price point seems more within my reach that I don't bother droolong over more epensive price points at Coach. I head to the Coach "oulet" store to see if there is a bg that IS within my ability to py....which is under $150.00 for a purse.
People respond defensively perhaps out of shock or embarrassment. I was complimented for one of my hand made purses that I was carrying...I ran into a casual friend and she complimented me on the bag and asked me if I made purses for others. I smiled and told her how many hours I had into the construction of the bag (8). She laughed and exclaimed.."NEVER MIND"! I did not take offence and we had a good giggle over our exchange. No feelings were hurt or insulted . She "got it". She asked...I answered. Nuff said.
Think sewing machine prices.....what are YOU willing/able to pay?
sandy