I haven't heard of Quidco Ali. I do as much as I can through Nectar though and it at least covers my yearly subscription to six magazines.

I've been upstairs thinking about my way of shopping for bits for quilting (which has been vast as I'm just starting up again!!!). I go to one first because I get a free stash pack and if they haven't got what I need the next one I choose has a percentage discount so it's not always money related! I think I like the stash pack the best because it's like a surprise that I've had nothing to do with and it can make me think about colours and patterns I wouldn't normally buy!!

Do you use a cashback website like Quidco Amo? I've just recently discovered it and have already notched up about £20. Not bad for doing nothing more than going to my favourite website via another one.

I must admit to doing probably at least 80% of all my shopping over the internet. That's everything from the weekly food shop, clothes, hobbies, plants and books up to sending the kids their Easter Eggs via Hotel Chocolat this year.

Admittedly there are a few things that need to be touchy feely but another area that has improved is the returns service!! If I'm in a bit of a doubt about something I will look through a returns policy and won't buy from the company if I don't like it!!

I look for incentives quite a bit too, points and freebies. I don't actually like real world shopping but I love the fact that just about anything is available in my study! just wish there was one place where I could find everything in one hit.

Can't see anything wrong with saying what you have to offer, especially in a UK thread.

So, to add to the promotions: Ali is your perfect partner for all wadding and related stuff.

Selling via the internet is not easy, even though you can keep the overheads low. It can be very time-consuming to keep your business name fresh in people's mind, and you definitely have to make sure that your customer service it flawless, if you want repeat orders.

I used to be involved on the design side with an internet business in the early days (I think pre-dating Ebay!) specializing in Elizabethan Blackwork Embroidery. It folded after a few years because the lady who ran the business side lost interest. But it was a very interesting experience.

Lorchen

Amoret wrote:
Thanks Amoret!

Hi Ali! Ha! It was my business partner you spoke to - Steph - yes we haven't forgotten you - will certainly be in touch again once our site is up - didn't realise it was you either!!

Hey Ali, just checked out your site, kool!!!!! USA spelling, I think it is fine to mention your site, thats what this is all about, and we all want as much info as possible. So, anyone else have something up their sleeve??? I had a site up to a couple of weeks ago, selling blocks and bom, but after not having any customers for 2 odd years, decided it was a waste of money! Still, my fault as did not update and add enough things to sell! So, good luck and will certainly go to your site when I next need wadding.
Thanks
Lynn

Hey, gloucestershirelady, I didn't realise you were Jacky from cupcakecottons. You phoned me not that long ago, I'm Ali from ASding (that's http://www.asding.com - your wadding specialists - for those who haven't heard of us ) Don't want to be too pushy on a general forum, but hopefully I'll be forgiven for a little promotion

Well I've bookmarked your registration page . Least it will make me remember to check it out, but I'm sure you'll let us know

Thanks Lorchen - still got our fabrics coming in - very excited about this new venture x

Good luck, Jacky! If you stock 'Whisperings' by P&B I'll order some.

Lorchen

Can I take the opportunity to do a bit of advertising? Starting a new business with a friend, first show booked - Malvern in the Autumn - website being built. Will be:
http://www.cupcakecottons.co.uk
Will be fine fabrics and the fastest possible, friendly service - hoping to have website up in approx. 8 weeks. Jacky

I haven't been on the forum for a few days, how exciting to see that our country lists are up and running! I can definitely second the Bramble Patch, love their shop, their workshops and their customer service, fabric comes next day quite often.

Workshops at The Bramble Patch are top notchI Super teachers, spacious and well-equipped classrooms (yes, more than one), excellent shop, and wonderful staff...

Lorchen (Founder Member of The Bamble Patch Fan Club)