Let's talk CUSTOM

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Permalink Reply by Angie Vandenbogaard on August 28, 2007 at 9:07am

I do custom / commissioned paintings. :o)

~Angie

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Permalink Reply by Megan on August 29, 2007 at 7:42am

LOL I've had this issue before too. There isn't much you can do if you want to keep her business. You can try to address it at a high level with a newsletter stating your policies to all your clients. Or, if she requests a custom piece, tell her that you have new policies and require X% down and you will do one free revision. All subsequent revisions are based on $20 an hour ($20 minimum) or $X per revision.

If she calls...can you just not answer the phone? I have only had a couple clients call and want to talk about their jewelry but it wasn't too bad and it was only once.

I don't enjoy doing custom orders so much anymore. I used to. And I can generally guess what the person wants based on their description but some people are really hard to please.

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Permalink Reply by Shalana, thefunkyfelter on August 28, 2007 at 3:36pm

I do custom color needle felted jewelry and hair accessories. You can find my custom options here:
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=88515&section_id=5141889

I also make custom color wool beads for jewelry making and crafting. Just email me for a price quote. Here's an example of my wool beads: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6887037

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Permalink Reply by Rachel on August 28, 2007 at 10:10pm

I do custom one inch buttons that can either be pins or magnets. I'm hoping to branch it out into jewelry and other accessories in the near future though.

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Permalink Reply by Holly Piper-Smith on August 29, 2007 at 6:51am

Great topic!

I do custom image transfer pendants and other jewelry, ornaments, etc.

Here are a few examples of single pendants I've done and a double-pendant custom order I just finished up:

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Permalink Reply by Cindy on August 29, 2007 at 8:28am

I make custom dolls/figures...right now I'm working on an Alice (in wonderland) doll out of polymer clay. I wish I had some current pix...but alas..I don't.

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Permalink Reply by BeckyKay Designs on August 29, 2007 at 9:34am

Any of my bags can be made in a different fabric to suit the customer. My local fabric store has a website, so I usually refer customers there to choose their fabric. It works great for me, because when they choose, I can just go to the local shop and pick it up.

I can also add or subtract pockets, lengthen straps and that sort of thing. I don't do much custom beyond that.

Studio Ala Mode - I would definitely consider what the others are saying about offering one free adjustment, and then charging beyond that. You could easily get into a neverending situation, otherwise!

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Permalink Reply by tina alvira on August 29, 2007 at 11:17am

wow! theres lots of custom out there. beckykay, i remember you from the "weekend thread" on etsy. Good to see some familiar faces and learn about some new designers

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Permalink Reply by Clownface Arts on August 29, 2007 at 10:24am

I sell custom painting. I do clownface's with the customers name on them. I add other things about the person. Thinkgs like that!

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Permalink Reply by Niki Jackson on August 29, 2007 at 11:08am

Hi Everyone!
I create custom vintage collage keepsakes, sterling silver beaded jewellery and vintage collage greeting cards.
Great topic.

Niki

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Permalink Reply by Jessica on August 29, 2007 at 12:24pm

I love making custom items! My favorite is the crowns I make. Recently I created this really cute one for a baby girl's Halloween costume!

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Permalink Reply by Joy on August 29, 2007 at 12:29pm

That's how I got into selling my jewelry. I made everything for my wedding and gifts for all my bridesmaid and helpers. Soon people started requesting stuff and now here I am, slaving over a hot torch all day. Sigh...

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