Why do people
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inquire if you will make them something that you have showed in the picture section, I give them a price and then they disappear off the radar. At least have the decency to get back to me (or you) and say why they have changed their mine. The price I gave was extremely reasonable and included shipping. I honestly believe some people thing what they want to buy should be cheap but if they were selling it, it should cost a lot more.
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I know what you mean. I've had a couple people enquire about me making quilts for them. Once I give the price, they don't respond. At least tell me you don't want to pay that price. I'm sorry you're experiencing this too.
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Hi Denise, I'm also sorry this is happening to you. So far I've only made quilts for family and ONLY for the ones I know will appreciate them. This is probably just me but I have no desire to make quilts for hire.
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I've found manners are just not taught like they used to be. Sign of the times I guess and I try not to let it get to me. Most people are used to Walmart pricing and don't realize the cost of sewing these days and of course, they expect you to throw the labor in for free.
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Originally Posted by harvsstuff
I honestly believe some people thing what they want to buy should be cheap but if they were selling it, it should cost a lot more.
Susan
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[quote=Tartan]I've found manners are just not taught like they used to be. Sign of the times I guess and I try not to let it get to me. Most people are used to Walmart pricing and don't realize the cost of sewing these days and of course, they expect you to throw the labor in for free.[/quoteI
Well said. Common courtesy is not what it used to be.
Well said. Common courtesy is not what it used to be.
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This is why I too will not stitch for anybody. I make what I like and share it with those that I think will enjoy it. There is no way that I could ever satisfy some of these customers and they wouldn't want to pay even the cost of the fabric let alone my time. I will hem pants or replace zippers and complete simple repairs for my cousin but she is the one who has kept my children over the years for days at a time so I will hem and repair her scrubs forever!
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