Im thinking about starting a Christmas present wrapping service in my area. Where I supply the wrapping paper and ribbon/decoration, or the customer could supply if they wish. Does any one think that this will be sucessfull? I would charge obviously but not sure how much, what do you suggest? I would also offer a collection/delivery service. Its just something that could take a little bit of the stress away from Christmas, and it's something i enjoy doing.
What do you think!?
Any feedback would be great! Thanks!
2006-10-11 03:17:35 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
So long as it did not cost too much, it is something I would pay for. I am the worst present wrapper in the whole wide world!!!
2006-10-11 03:20:13 · answer #1 · answered by Uncle Tim 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In addition to renting one of those carts in an upscale mall, you should come up with a couple of dozen wrapping styles that you could display on the cart and customers could choose from. That way,you don't have to stock an unlimited supply of paper,ribbon,tags and embellishments. These should be unique and eye catching and theme oriented. Once you design the package decor and practice doing it,you will be able to wrap while the customer waits if they wish. You should figure out how much it costs you to wrap each package according to size and shape and then double the cost of materials for a charge. If you average $2 profit on each and can wrap 12 gifts an hour, an 8 hour day should pay the rent on the cart and still give you a good income.
2006-10-11 11:14:44 · answer #2 · answered by jidwg 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have tried exactly that but despite being recommended for the attractive wraps I produced people did not want to shell out for the service. They actually enjoy doing it themselves or they are broke after buying the presents and do not want to spend more on wraps which will end up torn and in the bin.
I also came across people who were extremely fussy and made unreasonable demands or made a fuss because the end product was not exactly what they wanted.
However if you have plenty of time and enjoy it, do have a go . Your neighbours, friends and relations may be different from mine. Bear in mind that paper, trimmings etc...are costly, so make sure people specify what they want or ask if they leave it entirely to you before you start. I devised a questionnaire (Who is it for? What are their likes and dislikes/age group/ tastes?- You do not want to use drunken snowmen wrap for a teetotaller for instance) .Charge according to what you spent on materials and in proportion to how much time you spent , and ,if you collect and deliver, consult florists to know how much they charge for this service locally. It is also a good idea to ask how much your cutomers are prepared to pay. A small present may not warrant more than a pound. One with fancy material ribbons, bells or baubles five. If your customers provide all that, charge less.
2006-10-11 11:00:01 · answer #3 · answered by WISE OWL 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds good but the only thing is could the presents get mixed up and from a customer point of view there is a very high degree of trust needed there. What about a home visit wrapping service?
2006-10-11 10:19:30 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that's a great idea. There are loads of people who hate wrapping presents, don't know why, i really enjoy it.
Don't know what you could charge though. It depends on the size of the gift and if you had to pick it up or drop it off, costing you petrol.
Add up how much the paper, tags, bows and such have cost you. Then if you had to use petrol add that to it. Then you could come up with a fair price.
Good luck.
2006-10-11 10:22:32 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it's a great idea, and I'd like to do something like that as well. Wealthy people are always willing to pay for any kinds of services. It depends where you live, I suppose. You couldn't charge too much. You'd probably do a flat fee per package, a range of rates depending on the volume of the package(s) to be wrapped, or a lump sum for a group of packages, and add extra for unusual shapes, etc.
2006-10-11 10:23:15 · answer #6 · answered by charleston chew 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No dont think it could work. I wouldnt leave expensive presents with anyone in case they got stolen or mixed up. What if your house got broken into or something, how would you pay everyone back? It only takes a couple of hours to wrap pressies I wouldnt pay much at all for that service.
2006-10-11 10:27:54 · answer #7 · answered by Annie M 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it's a great idea. I suggested it ot a young lady who ran a video shop once bu tshe didn't my advice. Take it from me ... Guys hate doing the wrapping, want it done expertly and would pay for a service like this.
I saw a church offer a similar service for free one year, not sure how sucessful that was.
2006-10-11 10:32:40 · answer #8 · answered by madbrew2000 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My church does this at Christmas to raise monies for a Peru Missions trip - we start the second week in November and end the day before Christmas - we furnish paper, ribbons, and boxes - charge $5 for the large box, $3 for the medium box, and $1.50 for the small box - good luck!@
2006-10-11 10:32:25 · answer #9 · answered by nswblue 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In our area, charities do this in malls. I think it might be a good idea to try, but only if you supply the paper, ribbon and gift tag. No idea on what to charge, sorry. It's not something I could imagine paying for...
2006-10-11 10:22:01 · answer #10 · answered by Lydia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Great idea, but you should rent a small space in a mall and set up shop there. I personally always use a wrapping service when I shop for my wife. Good idea but go where the gifts are, they wont come to you.
2006-10-11 10:26:49 · answer #11 · answered by dhebert244 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋