tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4908952745169451157.post8512542412709332367..comments2023-11-02T01:12:15.585-07:00Comments on McFarland Designs - Ethical Jewelry Using Fair Trade Stones and Recycled Metal: Boxes!Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07751512090298090771noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4908952745169451157.post-55637431431910647182010-11-29T13:22:33.586-08:002010-11-29T13:22:33.586-08:00I admit, I really like the non-recycled black box ...I admit, I really like the non-recycled black box with the lift up lid. It looks different, sleek, and it's a nice design. It does not, however, sound like it fits your vision, so I would say go with the black recycled paper version. The recycled paper also looks a little sturdier than the non-recycled one and I would definitely make sure that what you send protects your ring, which is really what they're ordering.<br /><br />I agree, you could just offer options. It wouldn't matter to me how my ring arrives because I don't need a fancy display box, but some people might want to pay for a fancier box.Kirsten Hansenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05109109379948490533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4908952745169451157.post-13313424394705782012010-11-18T12:26:50.770-08:002010-11-18T12:26:50.770-08:00I think you should give the customers a chance to ...I think you should give the customers a chance to choose the box, between the traditional not ecofriendly and the recycled black box. Depending on the purpose of the ring or on how much the ring is worn, how it is stored after buying etc people might want and need different things regarding the box. However, you shouldn't pay too much attention to the boxes as the ring is the main thing.<br /><br />Recycling program for the boxes is also a cute idea. It would be kind of nice to think whether my little black box has been used for proposal before, what joyous moments has the box witnessed and who might get it after me. However, it may be too much work depending on how many people would actually recycle their boxes.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4908952745169451157.post-65303481320445683842010-11-17T08:04:49.705-08:002010-11-17T08:04:49.705-08:00This would potentially be a lot of work for you, b...This would potentially be a lot of work for you, but you could start a jewelry box recycling program. Let people mail back their boxes if they wish (and/or old boxes that are just sitting around). When people are ordering a ring, perhaps you could have several options for boxes (brand new box, reused box, no box?). I know I would pay for shipping to mail it back to you, because I want to be environmentally conscious as possible, and I have no use for a ring box once I get it.Chelseanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4908952745169451157.post-27099156946786318902010-11-16T03:59:49.133-08:002010-11-16T03:59:49.133-08:00I like the recycled paper boxes in black. The bla...I like the recycled paper boxes in black. The black looks more polished, and since your work is high end black seems like a better fit than silver. <br /><br />The hinged boxes are attractive, but not recycled so maybe keep a few in stock and let customers choose if they'd like a hinged box for the big opening?jhollywooddesignshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06473088017513859741noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4908952745169451157.post-8936516177858828552010-11-16T03:58:36.516-08:002010-11-16T03:58:36.516-08:00I like the recycled paper boxes in black. The bla...I like the recycled paper boxes in black. The black looks more polished, and since your work is high end black seems like a better fit. The hinged boxes are attractive, but not recycled so maybe keep a few in stock and let customers choose if they'd like a hinged box for the big opening?jhollywooddesignshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06473088017513859741noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4908952745169451157.post-14142839139601189002010-11-15T12:59:45.475-08:002010-11-15T12:59:45.475-08:00I'm with Kyle. I bought rings for the ring, no...I'm with Kyle. I bought rings for the ring, not for the box. Your purple boxes are great, and I think they could be a good option. <br /><br />The recycled black boxes are my favorite of this lot. Even though the lid doesn't open on a hinge, the recipient can take a lid off to find their ring waiting so there is an element of romance and excitement there. Plus, recycled!Suzannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01175287704687068472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4908952745169451157.post-89557714695463359112010-11-15T12:47:47.339-08:002010-11-15T12:47:47.339-08:00I chose to order an engagement ring through you be...I chose to order an engagement ring through you because of the quality of your work, the beauty of your rings, and your commitment to sustainability. As long as the ring is protected in transit, the box is irrelevant.<br /><br />Just my input, but I suspect that the majority of the people who choose to purchase a ring through you do not prioritize the traditional box. Maybe the box could be optional.<br /><br />-KyleAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com