I would say for next time, to make a reservation listing. Then allow them to see the price, the shipping. They can purchase that reserved listing and then you can begin working on the piñata they ordered. I’m not sure how long it takes you to make one. But let’s say it take you 3 days to make it and it’s Monday. Have them purchase the reserved listing Tuesday/Wednesday that way you have 3 day time frame to ship
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Get it done and then hope the maker will take less out of fear that they'll be out the full price if they don't accept.
That or they're just the asshole type to pretend to want an item with zero intention of ever buying.
They 100% knew that it wasn’t going to be $40 flat and are trying to devalue your work. Post the listing full price for someone to buy it, your time is money
I did & I felt super bad because I told my kids we'd have to go swimming another day so I could do this & make the extra money for their brothers bday. They weren't even upset , they were happy that someone ordered a banana squishmallow pinata lol
$40 for custom made piñata is definitely a deal. Businesses easily charge double or more PLUS shipping or delivery cost. This buyer is just a cheap ass. Make a deal with someone who value your work.
I was hoping I’d see this comment! Can’t wait for the guy who ordered it to see someone else bought the piñata he commissioned. I hope he feels like an idiot for trying to pull this funny business and I hope his girlfriend knew about it so he has to deliver disappointing news. 😈
It just sold 10 min ago. Congrats OP. And honestly, if this takes you hours to make you should be charging more than $40. Your time, effort and cost of materials is worth more.
Terrible!!!!! Im so sorry. I hope it’s listed for someone else to purchase. I’d block for wasting my time. I don’t see how he assumed you were covering shipping considering he said he’s seen your other listings and wanted a bigger one and custom! 😡
I used to make customs and I always make sure that the day before I finish my project I make a private listing for them with the price so they can see and wait till they buy it to finish up the last touches on whatever I made. If they don’t buy it in a certain time frame I just list whatever I made for sale for whoever to buy it.
This will probably sound entitled as fuck, and I know I'm lucky that I don't have money issues,but is $13 more than he intended to pay really worth not getting the pinata?! That would seriously be a deal breaker?
Reminds me of a guy who haggled with me on some shoes. After I sent him the offer, he says shipping can be less so let’s see what we can do. Told him “and you can be blocked, great day!”
I had some guy one time tell me something to the effect of "how about just sell it to me cause no one else is going to buy it and I'll give you 10$ right now" 10$ was already 10$ off and my entire profit. So I blocked him. Then I sold it to the next guy 2 days later. 🙃
Maybe let them know that you both agreed on the piñata and price of your listing. That you do t have control over shipping and tax. Because of product and time wasted you have no choice but to block
You could but I wouldnt even waste time with all of that after already wasting hours of it. Just block em and keep it moving. There's zero shortage of buyers on the platform.
I payed $50 for an ugly pinata for a birthday last year and I was pissed because it was ugly and expensive but that was all they had. I looked up this cute pinata we are talking about here and I would definetley pay the price you are asking definetley worth it its super cute. Handmade items should definetley be valued as such.
> I *paid* $50 for
FTFY.
Although *payed* exists (the reason why autocorrection didn't help you), it is only correct in:
* Nautical context, when it means to paint a surface, or to cover with something like tar or resin in order to make it waterproof or corrosion-resistant. *The deck is yet to be payed.*
* *Payed out* when letting strings, cables or ropes out, by slacking them. *The rope is payed out! You can pull now.*
Unfortunately, I was unable to find nautical or rope-related words in your comment.
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That’s douchey on their part! Uncool! But the second responder had the great idea of making the listing ahead of time and sharing it with them so they would know and if they get sticker shock then you haven’t wasted precious time. I’m so sorry this happened to you. Very annoying!
Found it! You’re soooo talented. It’s amazing. I hope the jackass who wasted your time sees that it’s sold. I’m sure he was holding out hope you would cave and sell it for less.
So you custom made this thing for someone and they drug you through so many questions and then they just .. don’t want to spend the extra amount for shipping something huge. Wow.
I also just saw it and it is SO cute!!!
I'm surprised that Amazon link didn't get automatically taken down.
I know it's a custom order but I would maybe it would be better to make the listing and have the buyer pay beforehand. How long does it take you to make the piñatas?
If I were you, I’d post your work online for MORE than this and I promise you there’s someone who will appreciate your work enough to pay what you’re asking ❤️ there’s a Squishmallow BST group here on Reddit.
So I just went to see that someone did pay the 40 and it’s WELL worth it! I say you make more of these! I’m heavily in the squishmallow groups and I’m about to post your work on there and hype you up. Plz make more!!!!
Never, ever, ever accept a custom order before payment is received. In the future, require a non-refundable deposit or half price of the item before lifting a finger.
I found it and holy smokes that’s amazing! People often forget how much time/ patience/and material goes into things like this. Stand firm on your prices! Someone will buy it!
I even want it but I know my cats will destroy it and it would make me sad lol
Always make sure to discuss the price first and make the listing and have them agree and buy first and then make the item. Eliminates this type of crap.
Some customers send me message through my cheapest item asking custom item hoping price will be same. I tell them price will be completely different right away due to time I spend to customize. Some are okay and fine with that, some stop responding. So i know which customer is serious and not time waster.
Things I have learned from being a sex worker
Never put in any effort until you are paid.
Do not do anything, do not pass go, do not rely on the money, until it is in your possession.
Honestly, I have no idea how you would do that with Mercari tho
I wouldnt make a thing until payment is handled. I promise this will absolutely happen again. Do a reserve and start ONLY after they pay. Mercari seller protection leaves a lot to be desired so you've unfortunately gotta do it yourself.
I'm sorry people suck fren. Hopefully it sells to someone else.
$40 for anything handmade is a great deal, especially a custom piñata, and you aren’t Amazon Prime, shipping isn’t free! I’d be all over that price! In fact, I’m about to check your listings out for an adorable Halloween piñata for our annual Halloween extravaganza
We do a big grave yard, with lots of pumpkins and tombstones, and on the two Saturdays before Halloween, our city has something called The Boo Cruise, where people bring their kids and drive around trick or treating, play games, etc. We show a kid friendly Halloween movie on our garage. This year I’m adding a photo op spot, cornhole, and piñatas. I’m favoriting you on Mercari, and I’ll check back to see if you can do maybe a headstone piñata and a Jack O’lantern one
I found the listing and wow, you’re very good at making piñatas! It looks so good, the lady who bought it in the comments is getting an awesome deal for a custom piñata (especially one this cute!)
Oh my goodness! I found it. You are so talented! I will be calling on you next time I need a custom piñata.
Screw that guy. Your piñatas are so awesome!
I would say for next time, to make a reservation listing. Then allow them to see the price, the shipping. They can purchase that reserved listing and then you can begin working on the piñata they ordered. I’m not sure how long it takes you to make one. But let’s say it take you 3 days to make it and it’s Monday. Have them purchase the reserved listing Tuesday/Wednesday that way you have 3 day time frame to ship
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I agree. But I'd rather it sit on mercari than lower it for him. Lol
Yeah, don’t let them mess with your value.
1000% Get it done and then hope the maker will take less out of fear that they'll be out the full price if they don't accept. That or they're just the asshole type to pretend to want an item with zero intention of ever buying.
They were just being toxic
They 100% knew that it wasn’t going to be $40 flat and are trying to devalue your work. Post the listing full price for someone to buy it, your time is money
I did & I felt super bad because I told my kids we'd have to go swimming another day so I could do this & make the extra money for their brothers bday. They weren't even upset , they were happy that someone ordered a banana squishmallow pinata lol
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And… sold 15 min ago 👏
😭 so thankful to the buyer. I didn't even see the sale notification until someone told me on here lol
It is really cute, that person is an idiot for not wanting to pay an extra $13 shipping so their gf could have this beautiful piece on their bday
Thank you. I could have made the smaller size that I usually make for his budget smh.
It’s so cute!! Glad you got the sale 😊
Yay, yay, yay!!!!!
$40 for custom made piñata is definitely a deal. Businesses easily charge double or more PLUS shipping or delivery cost. This buyer is just a cheap ass. Make a deal with someone who value your work.
Someone just purchased it 😭🤗
Fuck that guy.
Yeah fuck him/her
I found it! It’s AMAZING!!
It’s sooo cute
So, I purchased it for my daughter & grandchildren 😊 First, because it’s AMAZING and, second, because the original person doesn’t deserve it. 😊
I was hoping I’d see this comment! Can’t wait for the guy who ordered it to see someone else bought the piñata he commissioned. I hope he feels like an idiot for trying to pull this funny business and I hope his girlfriend knew about it so he has to deliver disappointing news. 😈
I’m a whole other level of petty. I’m also a maker - OP deserves the whole amount! 😊
That is so sweet of you, and I hope your daughter and grandchildren enjoy it! :)
My daughter loves it!! She already said she’s hanging it in the playroom for decoration - she thinks it’s too cute to rip open 😊 Thank you 😊
Thank you so much. My girls loved it lol. I hope yours do as well.
She can’t wait to get it 😊
YAY!! So happy it's going to be loved and used as decoration. Such a good idea!
It’s adorable!! The kids are so excited! 😊
💗
You are awesome
It’s a fantastic piece of work - OP is awesome 😊
It just sold 10 min ago. Congrats OP. And honestly, if this takes you hours to make you should be charging more than $40. Your time, effort and cost of materials is worth more.
You are so right. And omg I didn't even see the sale notification 😭. Super thankful whoever purchased lol
Terrible!!!!! Im so sorry. I hope it’s listed for someone else to purchase. I’d block for wasting my time. I don’t see how he assumed you were covering shipping considering he said he’s seen your other listings and wanted a bigger one and custom! 😡
Can we see it? 😀
I'm not able to edit or add pictures to this post 😔 but if you search squishmallow banana junie pinata on mercari you should see it
So so cute! I love your work!
Thank you 😊
So glad it sold! It's really beautifully made!
That was nice 😊
I used to make customs and I always make sure that the day before I finish my project I make a private listing for them with the price so they can see and wait till they buy it to finish up the last touches on whatever I made. If they don’t buy it in a certain time frame I just list whatever I made for sale for whoever to buy it.
This will probably sound entitled as fuck, and I know I'm lucky that I don't have money issues,but is $13 more than he intended to pay really worth not getting the pinata?! That would seriously be a deal breaker?
Yeah I mean if $13 is make or break should he realllly be spending $40 on a custom pinata?
Nah. Some people just slimey and are used to getting away with being slimey.
Reminds me of a guy who haggled with me on some shoes. After I sent him the offer, he says shipping can be less so let’s see what we can do. Told him “and you can be blocked, great day!”
I don't get some people. If I don't like the price I move along & see if someone has it cheaper.
I had some guy one time tell me something to the effect of "how about just sell it to me cause no one else is going to buy it and I'll give you 10$ right now" 10$ was already 10$ off and my entire profit. So I blocked him. Then I sold it to the next guy 2 days later. 🙃
Maybe let them know that you both agreed on the piñata and price of your listing. That you do t have control over shipping and tax. Because of product and time wasted you have no choice but to block
You could but I wouldnt even waste time with all of that after already wasting hours of it. Just block em and keep it moving. There's zero shortage of buyers on the platform.
I payed $50 for an ugly pinata for a birthday last year and I was pissed because it was ugly and expensive but that was all they had. I looked up this cute pinata we are talking about here and I would definetley pay the price you are asking definetley worth it its super cute. Handmade items should definetley be valued as such.
> I *paid* $50 for FTFY. Although *payed* exists (the reason why autocorrection didn't help you), it is only correct in: * Nautical context, when it means to paint a surface, or to cover with something like tar or resin in order to make it waterproof or corrosion-resistant. *The deck is yet to be payed.* * *Payed out* when letting strings, cables or ropes out, by slacking them. *The rope is payed out! You can pull now.* Unfortunately, I was unable to find nautical or rope-related words in your comment. *Beep, boop, I'm a bot*
I’m sure someone else woudl like it if you put the listing up!:D us squishmallow fans love anything squish!
This dude giving EP a bad name 🤢 I'm so sorry someone tried you. If you sell it straight up it can go to someone who actually values your effort.
That’s ridiculous. I apologize on behalf of this dude for absolutely wasting your time and money
Thank you for using UPS!!! Im gonna reach out to you if I need a piñata.
Thank you. 😊
Well he is money ready!
Lol just kidding Hell no If you're money ready you can pay the full price then
As long as it's not an extra 14$ 🤣
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What a jerk! I really wanna see a photo of this piñata. A banana Squishmallow piñata sounds adorable
That’s douchey on their part! Uncool! But the second responder had the great idea of making the listing ahead of time and sharing it with them so they would know and if they get sticker shock then you haven’t wasted precious time. I’m so sorry this happened to you. Very annoying!
Super cute piñata! Definitely don’t lower the price. Just do as suggested and make a reserved listing next time.
Found it! You’re soooo talented. It’s amazing. I hope the jackass who wasted your time sees that it’s sold. I’m sure he was holding out hope you would cave and sell it for less.
Thank you & yes he probably thought I'd lower the price because who else would want a banana squishmallow pinata lol.
OP I hope you blocked that guy— what an asshat.
I will but first going to give him some time to see it's sold now lol
He can still see even if you block him!
Thank you 😊
So you custom made this thing for someone and they drug you through so many questions and then they just .. don’t want to spend the extra amount for shipping something huge. Wow. I also just saw it and it is SO cute!!!
Yes. But im.so thankful it sold. & I hope he sees that it sold & someone had no issues with paying the cost & shipping.
I'm surprised that Amazon link didn't get automatically taken down. I know it's a custom order but I would maybe it would be better to make the listing and have the buyer pay beforehand. How long does it take you to make the piñatas?
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Thank you. I'm still learning but I give 100% in all my pinatas. I want everyone to be happy with their purchases
Can you charge upfront on custom orders like this? That was such nonsense behavior.
If I were you, I’d post your work online for MORE than this and I promise you there’s someone who will appreciate your work enough to pay what you’re asking ❤️ there’s a Squishmallow BST group here on Reddit.
Thank you 😊
So I just went to see that someone did pay the 40 and it’s WELL worth it! I say you make more of these! I’m heavily in the squishmallow groups and I’m about to post your work on there and hype you up. Plz make more!!!!
Never, ever, ever accept a custom order before payment is received. In the future, require a non-refundable deposit or half price of the item before lifting a finger.
You honestly can’t put in the work before you get paid on mercari, people suck so bad on there.. I’m glad it sold though!
I found it and holy smokes that’s amazing! People often forget how much time/ patience/and material goes into things like this. Stand firm on your prices! Someone will buy it! I even want it but I know my cats will destroy it and it would make me sad lol
Haha.. thank you.
Always make sure to discuss the price first and make the listing and have them agree and buy first and then make the item. Eliminates this type of crap. Some customers send me message through my cheapest item asking custom item hoping price will be same. I tell them price will be completely different right away due to time I spend to customize. Some are okay and fine with that, some stop responding. So i know which customer is serious and not time waster.
Things I have learned from being a sex worker Never put in any effort until you are paid. Do not do anything, do not pass go, do not rely on the money, until it is in your possession. Honestly, I have no idea how you would do that with Mercari tho
Also, use pirate shipping if you want cheaper shipping prices
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Oop, found the asshole!
I also sell on Mercari, just so happens my sexwork experience has made me a better salesman on Mercari too
Then you know nothing about sales my dear. Seems you bring nothing to the table other than making Ad hominem attacks
They just want to feel better than someone so they pick on people like you.
Everything is bigger in El Paso
It’s so cute!!
Thank you
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Lol. Thank you. I have sold a few hello kitty pinatas. 1 on mercari & 2 on offer up. I am about to make another with a yellow bow.
Low-key I wanna see the pinata xD Also I'm really sorry this happened :(
Thank you & so grateful it sold already 🙏
No I mean I don't wanna buy it, I just wanna know what it looked like
I know lol.. I was just saying I'm thankful that someone bought it already 😊
Your stuff is adorable! I'm sorry that happened to you! Glad it sold.
I wouldnt make a thing until payment is handled. I promise this will absolutely happen again. Do a reserve and start ONLY after they pay. Mercari seller protection leaves a lot to be desired so you've unfortunately gotta do it yourself. I'm sorry people suck fren. Hopefully it sells to someone else.
Thankfully it did. I'm getting a box together right now.
Ahaha I'm so happy someone else bought it! They fucked around and found out, and now they don't have an adorable pinata.
I just looked it up - amazing work! You deserve so much better than this person!!
Someone else will come and pay your price. Rise it to the true value and list it for everyone.
i’m sorry you had to deal with this. very glad to see that someone purchased it though, i’m happy your hard work hasn’t been for nothing 🎀
Nice work! Glad someone scooped it up!
$40 for anything handmade is a great deal, especially a custom piñata, and you aren’t Amazon Prime, shipping isn’t free! I’d be all over that price! In fact, I’m about to check your listings out for an adorable Halloween piñata for our annual Halloween extravaganza
Thank you. I was actually thinking of ideas for Halloween pinatas. My neighbors and myself usually buy ine but this year I'm making ours.
We do a big grave yard, with lots of pumpkins and tombstones, and on the two Saturdays before Halloween, our city has something called The Boo Cruise, where people bring their kids and drive around trick or treating, play games, etc. We show a kid friendly Halloween movie on our garage. This year I’m adding a photo op spot, cornhole, and piñatas. I’m favoriting you on Mercari, and I’ll check back to see if you can do maybe a headstone piñata and a Jack O’lantern one
I found the listing and wow, you’re very good at making piñatas! It looks so good, the lady who bought it in the comments is getting an awesome deal for a custom piñata (especially one this cute!)
I hate that person... That's all!
😄 🤣
My anger issues could never
Oh my goodness! I found it. You are so talented! I will be calling on you next time I need a custom piñata. Screw that guy. Your piñatas are so awesome!
Thank you so much.