http://www.indiequarter.com/blog/2008/06/30/guest-blog-why-pay-more-for-handmade/ Indie Quarter showcases the work of independent designers including fashion designers, jewellery designers, photographers, artists, ceramicists etc. Thu, 8 Jan 2009 11:34:14 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.5 http://www.indiequarter.com/blog/2008/06/30/guest-blog-why-pay-more-for-handmade/#comment-58974 SallyF Wed, 16 Jul 2008 07:58:32 +0000 http://www.indiequarter.com/blog/?p=520#comment-58974 I think you have captured it perfectly, for me its all about the story - the story of the materials, the process and the intereaction the maker and I have can have so that we both fully understand the value the item oholds for one another. I love to know how a work came to be, the maker loves to know what its future life will be and why I fell in love with it. Taking it a step further than buying, it's a rare treat especially to be able to *commission* a handmade item, but the process is such a rewarding one. I think you have captured it perfectly, for me its all about the story - the story of the materials, the process and the intereaction the maker and I have can have so that we both fully understand the value the item oholds for one another. I love to know how a work came to be, the maker loves to know what its future life will be and why I fell in love with it. Taking it a step further than buying, it’s a rare treat especially to be able to *commission* a handmade item, but the process is such a rewarding one.

]]> http://www.indiequarter.com/blog/2008/06/30/guest-blog-why-pay-more-for-handmade/#comment-58384 Shannon Culmo Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:55:48 +0000 http://www.indiequarter.com/blog/?p=520#comment-58384 I agree with what you wrote above completely, it is amazing to design something and then when you sit down with the person who is interested they are excited to know about your designs, how they come about, it leaves them with more than just a purchased item. It creates a sense of being part of the development!! You've got it!! Shannon Culmo Designer/Co-Owner www.kkpwdesigns.com I agree with what you wrote above completely, it is amazing to design something and then when you sit down with the person who is interested they are excited to know about your designs, how they come about, it leaves them with more than just a purchased item. It creates a sense of being part of the development!! You’ve got it!!
Shannon Culmo
Designer/Co-Owner
http://www.kkpwdesigns.com

]]> http://www.indiequarter.com/blog/2008/06/30/guest-blog-why-pay-more-for-handmade/#comment-58343 SolSisters Wed, 02 Jul 2008 03:23:33 +0000 http://www.indiequarter.com/blog/?p=520#comment-58343 I think you have hit on something here. We all desire to be unique and everyone adores a good story. I think you have hit on something here. We all desire to be unique and everyone adores a good story.

]]> http://www.indiequarter.com/blog/2008/06/30/guest-blog-why-pay-more-for-handmade/#comment-58274 Jenny Mon, 30 Jun 2008 18:49:37 +0000 http://www.indiequarter.com/blog/?p=520#comment-58274 Thank you for writing this Wendren. You know I think you're right. For me the story certainly is a big part of it. If you're buying something that hasn't just come off a conveyor belt, you wonder about who made it, what their inspiration was etc. Thank you for writing this Wendren. You know I think you’re right. For me the story certainly is a big part of it. If you’re buying something that hasn’t just come off a conveyor belt, you wonder about who made it, what their inspiration was etc.

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