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Hi Pat.  I cannot see a red x or get a link property from your signature.  Help! :)

Near the bottom of Pat's message, click on "click here first".

Is the embroidery anyalisis kit where I get this spreadsheet everyone is talking about for pricing the designs....or is it different...willing to buy...but want what everyone is raving about and not the wrong thing

Yes, the Embroidery Analysis Kit is what you're looking for. You can find it at:

http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=23931

BB

I charge $1.00 per 1000 stitches.  I don't charge a set-up fee, but I do charge for any design that I don't have.

Marge

Marge- Certainly we can all charge whatever we think the client will pay, but I do want you to consider some things:

• Do you really know what you are earning with that number?  It may be accurate, but there are lots of variables
• What if your client wants lots of metallic threads?
• If the fabric is difficult to work with, how do you handle that?
• What if you have to do multiple hooping?

There are many more questions to ask yourself.  I do recommend my Excel Spreadsheet to assist you with your options.  It is easy to use and can open more options for your work charges. 

Never give your work away unless that is the purpose (family or a charity).  But are you making enough to pay the electric bill?

Pat, The Avid Embroiderer

HI Pat

I was going to download your spreadsheet yesterday,  I have a coupon for ATG from the Community Circle for $10.00 and it wouldnot take it.  Wrote to Greg and waiting to hear from him.

I look at pricing on what I would pay for something.  Being I do have a business with the kennel I charge fairly for my grooming.  I know how long it takes to do a dog and charge accordingly.  It works as accual hands on, not drying time.  That is the theory I have used with ME, that is why I want your program to see where the difference is.

I have way to much to do with my own ME and don't think I would want to try and make a living by doing this, but I do want to be paid fairly for what I do.

Thanks

Marge

Hi Marge!  Just like doing a grooming job, embroidery can be challenging to charge.  After all, one dog could be badly matted or have a really bad temper - sort of like doing hair on humans! 

One thing about the spreadsheet is that is takes into consideration many, many variables.  Can it take in all of them?  I suppose there will be a job for which you get little or nothing in return and another where you may feel guilty for making a killing.  Believe me, coming up short for your services happens a lot more than coming up really flush! 

Making a living is always a question that only you can answer.  For instance, I may be satisfied with a modest amount but someone else may feel that $50 per hour is a more appropriate wage.  The spreadsheet actually allows for that too.

Enjoy your craft and make some money at the same time, what a way to go!

Pat, The Avid Embroiderer

I hope the economy has not adversly affected you, but if you are looking for an extra income about now, may  I suggest the Embroidery Cost Analysis Kit  that will aid you to determine what to charge for your beautiful embroidery work.

Pat, The Avid Embroiderer
 

I am wondering how everyone is doing with their newly starting businesses.  If you picked up one of my Embroidery Cost Analysis Kits, you are probably working toward a business of your own.

I am going to present some great tips at the Community Circle 2009 about business and ideas that you can use in your personal life as well.  I cannot wait to get the information to you all.

ME is not like the movies where "If you build it, they will come. . . "  You need to do some homework, make some plans and work methodically through your ideas. 

One of my topics is going to be on "Motivation."  I know how difficult that activity can be at times and will be giving some tips on keeping your business lively when the going gets tough.

Hi Pat,

Got your excell sheet and in looking at it I could not charge what figure I am coming up with.  I realize my time, material and machine are worth something but I know of very few people who could afford the price.

Think I will stick with $1.00 a 1000 and know I am not ripping anyone off. 

Marge

That is interesting.  If you like, you can send me a copy of the figure you are using so I can see if there is anything I need to review.

It is possible that I have a 'glitch' you have found.  Let me know.  I am at:  pat71896@hotmail.com  When creating this type of document, a programmer cannot possibly think of every single issue that can come up.

Pat, The Avid Embroiderer

When I started my home based business, I checked with others in my group. The going rate for my area was $1.00 per 1,000 stitches plus $5.00 per hooping. If you have to re-hoop two times to complete the design, that's $10.00. But, that's your perogative, depending on your customer, etc. Thread, stabilizer, designs, and all that's necessary to stitch out a design is expensive. If I just charge for the number of stitches, I start at $5.00, even if the stitchout has only 300 stitches in it. Hope this helps.

That information is great, however, my spreadsheet goes a lot further than those simple figures.

It takes into consideration some things like (in no order)

• how much do you want to make for your work
• specialized fabrics
• machine costs
• and so much more

For an off the cuff response, your's will probably work.  However, if your business plan requires some detail for your business - and a business plan is always a good idea - you will want the spreadsheet.  There is no guess work in the spreadsheet, it tells you exactly where you are in your costs.

Pat, The Avid Embroiderer

I have looked through all the earlier posts and am not seeing this spreadsheet.  I would LOVE a copy too!

Edith

This is what I have always been told.  $1.00 per 1000 stitches.

My daugh. is starting a new business.  Would love to see your program.  How much would it cost?

Pauline

The Spreadsheet is available here - http://www.annthegran.com/Product.aspx?t=1&i=23931

I work for a company that has embroidery, screen printing, trophies and ad specialitites,,and we charge 75.00 for a full back,,8.00 to 10.00 for a heart design and 5.00 just for a name,,,,and we have a lot of business,,,,maybe this will help you

Thanks Carolyne (beautiful name!).  There is so much discussion on what to charge for embroideries and your information is very good.  I am not certain what you mean by a 'full back,' could that be the back of a shirt or jacket? 

Some of us, however, are doing smaller jobs and just getting started.  There are so many variables, do you consider the number of stitches, color changes, rehooping, quantity of items and fabric issues?  My spreadsheet does guide a beginner through some of the different things they need to remember including the above and so much more.

I am glad to hear that your shop is busy because it seems like something like embroidery may be considered unnecessary, and in these times, could be reduced or eliminated to save money.  When businesses like you describe are keeping busy, that is great news!!!

Pat, The Avid Embroiderer