tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8443605610590015121.post3006762747943408793..comments2023-09-12T10:35:20.183+01:00Comments on Songbeads: New items and a plea for advice!Rebeccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14254291271007836270noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8443605610590015121.post-89519691985580326182011-10-27T20:06:29.873+01:002011-10-27T20:06:29.873+01:00Pricing! I hate it and always err on the side of c...Pricing! I hate it and always err on the side of caution (to Oli's annoyance) but then you get sharp intakes of breath upon picking up a price tag! In the sewing world I think young folk are so used to Primark prices, and the grannies just think, 'pff! I could make that!' Jewellery... a whole other kettle of fish! (Erm, sorry, that was beyond unhelpful!)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8443605610590015121.post-85502210096467101962011-10-24T13:24:53.073+01:002011-10-24T13:24:53.073+01:00I have to agree with Barbara and Erin....it is imp...I have to agree with Barbara and Erin....it is important to know your audience. Do the other jewelry artists seem to be selling? If so, and there jewelry is much different than yours, it may not be the right venue for you. <br /><br />However, if you like the venue and you think it has potential, then perhaps you are able to wait it out a bit if you are able to cover your expenses. Sometimes, things need some time to get moving and since you jewelry is so different from the others, your presence might inspire others to join in and change the feel of the market altogether...but that's a big gamble. <br /><br />I don't think you should ever lower your prices...but maybe play a bit with the items you display. Develop several types which you can retail for a smaller price point and see how they do. I also agree that you never know what is going to sell so always make sure you have a nice range from inexpensive to your showstoppers...and I think it is always good to engage the customer and speak to them about your work. One of the things that I find makes for good sales is customers learning more about you and your work and what sets your work apart from the fray. :)<br /><br />It's such a hassle though, finding the right shows and spending the time, money, and resources to find the perfect show. I think that's why you'll find many artists, like Erin and myself, really limit our shows.Barbarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10980307796009482871noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8443605610590015121.post-3030398167336097872011-10-24T12:51:23.134+01:002011-10-24T12:51:23.134+01:00I agree with the "knowing your audience"...I agree with the "knowing your audience" advice. But even if you don't know your audience, a lot of people will buy on price alone. If the show is convenient to you and you like doing it (even though you haven't sold much) maybe you could bring some lower priced things ... some things with a younger vibe that would be for gifts for teens and 20-somethings. It's always good, though, to show your range. If you're going to show "art jewelry" make sure you come to the show a few times. Sometimes it takes a customer a few viewings before they can part with their money for something on the more expensive side. I'd walk around and see what's selling with others and decide whether you can adapt to the show or not. :-) Good luck! Your work is lovely so be careful not to think it's about you!Barbara Lewishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09489926298058491835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8443605610590015121.post-49069891178536172772011-10-24T03:54:00.141+01:002011-10-24T03:54:00.141+01:00I second guess my pricing at every show!! Unfortu...I second guess my pricing at every show!! Unfortunately, I'm in an area that is typically not very "well off" and to be honest, anything over $40 you can forget about people buying around here...Moobie Gracehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13396403664904405544noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8443605610590015121.post-17096138383457245852011-10-24T03:07:43.813+01:002011-10-24T03:07:43.813+01:00Always know your audience. If they aren't into...Always know your audience. If they aren't into the big things, have the smaller handy. But I always have a lot of different price points. You just never know if that pricey item they see will be the one they buy or something they might aspire to. It is a fickle thing, art sales. I only do one and this year it was all about the 'treasure chest' that I have with reduced prices. Economy perhaps and the fact that the ticket price was $25 just to get in! (I argue with them all the time). I have quite different stock at the gallery where I exhibit and the art center for the holidays and Etsy. Again it comes back to knowing your audience. And sometimes it takes time to build up that following so next time that person who passed you by will be ready!<br /><br />Enjoy the day, Miss Rebecca!<br />ErinTesoriTrovatihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12771359288546654791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8443605610590015121.post-61477550577942106552011-10-24T01:21:13.786+01:002011-10-24T01:21:13.786+01:00Maybe you need a different venue - I certainly thi...Maybe you need a different venue - I certainly think your jewelry is lovely! I made a bunch of cheaper things for our show thinking if I had them and people wanted to buy something at least there was a 20.00 necklace option - small charm necklaces and lockets. While mostly things under 50.00 sold - I did sell a few above too. We were lucky in that the venue was in a town that is pretty high end so I am sure comparatively we were inexpensive! Maybe you need a younger hipper venue?My Life Under the Bushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13836423832413060032noreply@blogger.com