I always think that you get what you pay for, so I am prepared to pay extra for something that is going to be of benefit to me - quality will out as they say.
From a personal point of view, I am always dragging stuff around the country so the crafting equipment needs to be sturdy and robust.
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Posts: 362 (19/09/2007 17:49:47) |
If its something I am going to use every day I would be happy to pay for better quality
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Posts: 2272 (19/09/2007 17:51:31) |
If its going to be used all the time then I would pay more to have it made to last. Hope that makes sense.
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Posts: 3370 (19/09/2007 17:55:37) |
I would go for functional and inexpensive, provided that it would still last. J
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Posts: 234 (19/09/2007 17:55:39) |
I'll have to go with inexpensive but functional as I have to watch the pennies
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Posts: 3370 (19/09/2007 17:58:30) |
maggie wrote:You mean an empty purse! 
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Posts: 959 (19/09/2007 17:59:50) |
If it's something you're going to use every day then it will be cheaper in the long run if it's durable so I'd go for durability over low
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Posts: 4178 (19/09/2007 18:07:03) |
I like things to last but it depends on the kind of price point we are looking at, if it is something that will be in use constantly then it has to be as
durable as possible. I would hate to see something come out that we all want but only some can afford because it is too expensive.
Best of luck with whatever it is! Do I order mine now? Jenny x |
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Posts: 1929 (19/09/2007 18:09:05) |
If it is going to be used all the time it needs to be strong and durable. A mid-range price would be best. If it is marketed well people will be prepared to
pay that bit more for it. If it is not durable enough you will end up with lots of returns and a damaged reputation. Good luck with it.
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Posts: 828 (19/09/2007 18:10:02) |
I really fancy a notch and die tool, but it is about £25 so a bit expensive for how much I will use it. (Might still buy it though...)
The relevance, is that it is a beautiful tool in a lovely well padded box, but maybe if it was more functional it would be cheaper, so more would sell. I do love the way it looks, but in my messy craft room, it would be chucked in a basket anyway, so I wouldn't get any benefit from its design. So, pay extra for durability, but not for prettiness. Alison |
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Posts: 398 (19/09/2007 18:19:00) |
Which is what I was trying to say Alison, you put it so much better than I did! lol
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Posts: 43 (19/09/2007 18:21:53) |
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Posts: 1803 (19/09/2007 18:49:13) |
I'd want it durable but I'm not bothered about the packaging. I'm hoping the same as Kathie it is something to help me stick things on straight.
I'm hopeless! Whatever it is I wish you the very best of luck and a huge amount of success with it and well done for coming up with a new idea!
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Posts: 1418 (19/09/2007 18:54:19) |
Wow, it sounds intriguing. I think reasonably priced but functional because if I've managed without it so far then I may be put off if it's expensive.
But it depends what you call expensive and also what it does.
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Posts: 6576 (19/09/2007 19:05:34) |
Like others I don't care for fancy packaging etc, I like good quality and would pay for it. If I had choice of 2 similar items - of same quality but one
looks prettier and is more expensive I would go for the cheaper one. Does that make sense.
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Posts: 234 (19/09/2007 19:18:11) |
I am like all crafters a gadget queen.
I think as long as it does what it says it does I dont mind what it looks like (please dont make it green I hate green )
I have bought many gadgets that just dont do what they are supposed to do, I must have everything on the market that does matting & layering & making things straight but they dont really work & so I have give up trying now. If it works people will buy it even if they have to save up or sell their granny for it. What sort of price bracket are you thinking of for each option as that might be easier for everyone to say if they would buy it or not. Good luck with it all Ness x |
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Posts: 1017 (19/09/2007 19:28:15) |
I'm totally intrigued Maggie as to what it could be. I'd say; if it is going to be used ALL the time then I wouldn't mind paying a bit extra for it - but it has to be both functional and durable. Like
some others have already said, I don't want to be faffing around making master copies - most of us have done this already and it's just extra stuff to
store.
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Posts: 7903 (19/09/2007 19:31:07) |
Right - as you might expect Maggie, I've got some thoughts on this.
As most have said, they will pay a little more for quality. With this in mind, and since this tool is something which you are aiming will become a staple in everyones crafty stash, quality must be paramount. I can't think of anything worse than buying something, and then having it fall to pieces only to discover that I can't live without it. I'd feel resentful. I'd far rather pay a tenner for quality than a fiver three times a year. Also, listen to what your potential customers are saying and think about packaging - keep it simple and inexpensive, you will have to factor these costs into the final rrp of your product. The crafters companion enveloper/box board is the perfect example of a fantastic idea, rushed to the marketplace and it damaged Crafters Companions reputation for a while - though it must be said, they rallied really well and responded to what people said. Public opinion still seems mixed about this product (some say 'too flimsy', others say 'a must have'  . The idea is top notch innovation, but the execution was poor. A real shame - but it's important to
take on board lessons learned from such examples.
As always, I'm wishing you the best of luck with this so hurry up, I NEED one!!!!! 
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Posts: 4892 (19/09/2007 19:32:02) |
Is there not a half way house, not too expensive but better than the basic? if not, definitely go for quality, it always pays to get the best possible you can
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Posts: 8668 (19/09/2007 19:36:54) |
I want one already Maggie!
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