There is no Q in Value - maybe there should be.
When it comes to a handmade product, value can be understood as the worth or significance it holds, which often goes beyond just its price tag. It’s a blend of qualities that make the item special to the buyer AND maker. The melding of skill and materials makes for function, durability, form, and fashion.
Consider any Quillin Made Item—handmade goods reflect the time, skill, and effort that go into their production. A hand-stitched Quillin leather belt, note pad cover or halter carries value through the precision of each stitch and the maker’s expertise, which mass-produced items cannot replicate. This dedication results in durability and uniqueness, adding practical worth and dare we say, produces an Heirloom.
The value of a handmade product lies in its quality, the story behind it, the connection between buyer and maker, and the meaning it holds for the person who buys or receives it. It’s less about impersonal purchase and more about what it represents - the history and skill of the artisan, and the new relationship that transcends just the exchange of money.
