As a "crafter", I look for quality first. Some times I wonder when I see some of the offerings.? As for purchases over the years, it is usually for gifting. I have purchased for others, hand made wine stopper, a friend who decorates southwest has been the recipient of pottery that is painted turquoise and chile peppers. Another friend, my sister and I received a birdhouse carved out and made from wood kill. It looks like the branch, with a roof, and clean out hole. I have one that shows the worm channels in it. I have purchased jewelry, and hand dyed silk scarves. I really just depends, however like most, if I can make it, I probably won't buy it.
Happy quilting.
Susan