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bakermom 04-27-2011 04:52 PM


Originally Posted by MommaDorian

Originally Posted by bakermom
Have you made one before ? How long did it take you? include the time it takes you from the layout/cutting to the finished bag. Since she has already bought the supplies I would charge by the hour (x5) assuming you are making them one at a time.

I have made them before. I spent 3 hours cutting them all out. Now I plan to make them 1 at a time. What is a reasonable hourly rate?

At least minimum wage . What's that 7.25? i think I would go 8+ since you are "skilled".

0tis 04-27-2011 05:01 PM

I would charge more than minimum wage - perhaps 10.00 per hour at least or a flat fee per tote.

Unique Creations 04-27-2011 06:26 PM

$10.00/per hour would be a good starting point. I would make a very basic one, start to finish, and time myself to estimate how long it would take. But if you do a lot of extra quilting and embellishment, that's going to add more time, and money, to the finished product. Just a suggestion.

LovinMySoldier 04-27-2011 07:58 PM


Originally Posted by auntmag
If they buy all the supplies, I charge $25.00 each to make them.

I don't make bow tucks but I do make other bags and purses. I normally charge around 40. If they buy materials then I charge 25.00 as well!

Laura3 04-28-2011 02:56 AM

I paid for the supplies and my friend pays me $50.00 per bag. Good Luck!

susie-susie-susie 04-28-2011 05:54 AM

I think you should set the price before you make the bags. One thing I have found (many years at craft sales) is you rarely get adequately paid for your labor. I always figured that the enjoyment from the projest counted for some of the pay. Probably foolish I know.
Sue

wvdek 04-28-2011 06:11 AM

I agree with Susie. However, that said, she bought the supplies so make sure they are are adequate for the project and then tell her $25 - 35 per bag before you make the bags, then put it in writing and have her sign a contract. CYA

ScubaK 04-28-2011 06:20 AM

I saw the bow tucks for sale in a little shop for 48.00$
K

nangars 07-28-2011 08:47 AM

I would charge $45-$50., you time is worth that.


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