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I run some cards through the computer, to match color, etc., for the sentiment. Then I do the stamping.
I also use sticky paper, and run off a number of various sentiments, cut them with a fancy edged scissors, and have them for people to make a selection. I often have chalk with me and use that with a sponge or cotton ball to soften the edge. If I have time I might use torn mulberry paper. Or I use one of my very few appropriate sentiment stamps, if the buyer would like it.
Others I simply leave blank. However, I find that more and more people really like the sentiment already in the card.
It depends on the card. Some of them it's easy to put a verse on the inside, others don't need it. I figure that sometimes you want to write a nice note to someone in a card on not just on a piece of paper.
__________________ Sara
Fort Atkinson WI
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I package mine up with a plastic sleeve, this keeps them clean etc. So because of this, i keep mine blank. I used to stamp inside, but people didnt like it as much, i found from their comments.
Hope this helps.......
Ps if it is a special order for someone, they chose if they want something inside.
I LOVE the idea of leaving it blank and having some saying or verse stamps available for the customer to choose from and do it right there on the spot. Probably increases stamp sales! And while we're on the subject, how much do you sell your cards for?
The few times I have sold cards I have always left it up to the Buyers discretion if he wanted them stamped with a verse or not - you can't go wrong with that!
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ABout half and half. Some people want to write their own sentiment then others can't be bothered and want a pre-worded card like they can buy at the store.
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Not to hijack this thread, but where are y'all selling your cards at? I've often wished I could make some money doing something with all these stamps I own.
__________________ Suzanne "Wear fabulous underwear even if you are the only person that is going to see it"
Most of the time the inside of my cards are blank...but if I use a set like Cheery Chat then I use the appropriate wording inside the card. I just finished up some holiday cards for a swap and in one of the sets I used a verse from the Seasons Greetings set...
But for the most part I just leave it blank...
As for selling a good rule of thumb is 3-4X your cost...so to make a typical card with at least one layer it is going to cost anywhere from .25-.50 and upward...
I have just started making cards for a craft fair this fall and my plan is to sell them for $2 including a stamped envelope - I will package them in clear no-flap sleeves to protect them and will probably offer $2 each or 6 for $10...that way someone can buy a variety of cards for only $10...I am also planning on having packages of 6 notecards (fairly simple with one layer all the same card with a general all-purpose sentiment on the front - i.e. Thinking of you, Hello, etc...) and those I hope to put in a small plastic box with matching envelopes and sell those for $10 for the set - perfect for a little gift to a friend or whatnot...
You don't want to overprice yourself...if you look at the majority of cards in the stores today you can get most for about $2-3...I would rather sell 20 cards at $2 each then sell 10 cards at $3 each - KWIM...
I also do other stuff - most recently clocks (see my gallery for examples) - right now most of mine have been commissioned from friends so I am charging them $10 and it includes shipping to them (if needed - if not only charging them $ - but if I have clocks to sell I will sell them at $10...
I also do glass marble magnets ($1 each) tile coasters ($4 each) candles ($4-6 depending on the size) along with other things...
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The cards I sell do not have a greeting inside. Based on customer feedback, they like the cards blank. I usually have wording on the front of the card that notes the occasion (or even just a "Thinking of You" sentiment).
However, if I am commissioned to make cards, the customer can choose to have whatever message they want inside.
My cards are $1 each. That includes an envelope and they are kept in sealed plastic envelopes. In the future, for most "detailed" (i.e., more work) cards I will start charging $2.
I sell my cards and other goodies like notebooks, post-it note holders and themed scrapbooks through word of mouth. Whenever I have occasion to send a thank you note, I always include a blank greeting card. It's a great way to get my work out there! Also, when I go to family and friend's parties, I have my box of cards in case anyone asks to look.
I've done a little of both, but I've found the blank ones sell better. If it's for a specific order, I will ask the customer what they want.
I sell mine at our church's craft fair and to my co-workers. Usually I charge $1-$2 a card, the more expensive usually has metal embellishments on them.
Selling Cards ?
