Judging from our supplies, you’d have no idea that these materials would be used to create a fashion line. Heres a breakdown on the cost of our production for 5 different looks thus far:
- Raw Burlap: 10 yrds- 22.50, 5 yrds- 10.00, 6 yrds 15.00. Total = $47.50
- Behr 8 oz Paints (8 cans) + Flat Brush: $17.98
- Black Wire + 8 Cans Painter’s Touch 2x Rustoleum House Paint: $37.05
- Joann’s Repair Needles (2 sets): $3.23
- Paint Samples 8 oz (8 cans) + Stove Pipe Wire: $25.07
- Drop Cloth + Plastic Drop Cloth: $10.45
- Various Items (i.e. Sharpies, foam brushes, paint rollers): $27.34
- White House Paint: $16.00
- Roller Covers and Frames: $8.72
- Additional Spray Paint + Painter’s Tape: $17.00
- Additional Painter’s tape: $3.23
- Velcro: $6.00
Materials Total: $219.57
Production Cost (per piece): $43.91. Keep in mind we’re working for ourselves so patterning, utility, labor… Arn’t factored into our costs.
“Price upon request”: $1000 for dresses, and jumpers. $500 for separates. Yes this a 23x markup but we’re positioning ourselves as an exclusive brand.
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