Quilted Wallet a big hit...but?
08-11-2012, 10:22 AM
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I need a translation for 10 dollars. But when I make something for a friend etc, I charge for the material thread etc. my time is my hobby with no cost. If they wish to pay more, one of my classes costs £12 so I tell them they can pay in increments of 12. It works for me.
08-11-2012, 10:44 AM
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OMG - this is why we love this Board so much. I was pretty much "talking out-loud" to myself, about what to charge for my wallets, and I have received so much good input. I thank you all. YES, our talents are unique and we should NOT underestimate the value of our abilities. I am guilty, guilty, guilty. Thank you all for your opinions. I'm thinking $15 sounds like a pretty good investment for all parties involved 
08-11-2012, 12:47 PM
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I think $5.00 is way too low, $15.00 would not be out of line. But on the other hand, if this is for your friends, I would probably hold off and give them as a Christmas or Birthday present. If they want to buy them to gie to someone else, then I would more than likely go for the $15.00.
08-11-2012, 01:45 PM
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How long does it take to make this darling wallet? You must put a dollar value on your time--at least minimum wage, plus the materials for the product. Your time is the most precious commodity you have---don't give it away. If you don't value it, no one else will either. froggyintexas
Originally Posted by Sewhappytoquilt
Ever since I made my first quilted wallet, so many of my friends want one now...how much do I charge? I was thinking $5, but is that too little? It still takes a lot of time, as the fabric has to be quilted and the wallet is finished by binding it. It is so hard to charge for something that I love to do... anyone else have this problem?
08-11-2012, 01:51 PM
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I've seen them at the craft shows for $15-$22...so, add up the cost of the fabrics...don't think scraps...a cheap fat quarter is $2.50, interfacing, fabric for binding...velcro.
Tell the friends that this is a special price for the friend. Prices will be more for others.
Tell the friends that this is a special price for the friend. Prices will be more for others.
08-11-2012, 04:21 PM
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They are worth much more than 5.00, Just think you pay for the material, along with other expense such as electric and maintance of your machine not to mention the cost of the machine in the beginning. Just some thoughts of doing bussiness, not to mention they are beautiful and look like good quality.
08-11-2012, 05:14 PM
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Originally Posted by sewnbug
You may not love doing them after a while when it becomes a "job." I think $10 as on the low end of what you should get. JMHO
So make sure you sell them for enough that they do not become a chore to you!
Last edited by Sewnique; 08-11-2012 at 05:21 PM.
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