Do you want an Epinions.com Hat? Visit Cafepress.com!
Written: Jul 17 '02 (Updated Dec 06 '02)
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With over 250,000 storefronts, Café Press is certain to contain a product to soothe the logo mania that many possess. If you happen to like merchandise with varying logos, this online store might be for you. Perhaps you have a small business, or personal interest that you would like to embellish some merchandise with and open a storefront? You should try CaféPress.com!
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Bottom Line:
I am pleased with the prompt shipment and receipt of items ordered from the epinions.com storefront at CafePress.com. The site navigates easily and the customer service department is rapid to respond. This online establishment receives a recommendation from me, and it one that I will possibly open my own storefront at.
Prior to her current social services position, my sister worked for a national distributor that provided merchandise for some of the major companies. She often blessed us with logofied shirts, hats, and other paraphernalia. Alas, that came to a screeching halt when downsizing hit the region in phenomenal proportions, and the company let go a majority of its work staff. The company she was employed with handled the logofying for major companies. The start-up cost would have been astronomical for small companies, or personal interest groups to use a distributor such as that. Now anyone can create personalized merchandise thanks to the options at Cafepress.com.
This option is perfect for small time operations like my daycare/preschool. Many desire company reflective shirts and such, but really can’t justify the expense often associated with it. Look no further people, Cafepress.com to the rescue. CafePress allows anyone to offer an online store with merchandise such as hats, shirts, mugs, and more for no start-up cost. This option is perfect for the business desiring to offer professional appearing merchandise that sports the company logo. Clubs or individuals desiring logo specific merchandise will benefit from this online extravaganza also. You will need to create a user name, submit some personal information, and provide a logo/graphic prior to starting. You decide which items you desire to offer, and where you want the emblem placed. The way that you earn money is by offering the merchandise at a higher price than the base price set by CafePress. The site will navigate you through the four easy steps toward opening your own online store. For full detail please visit: http://www.cafepress.com/cp/info/sell/index.aspx
Another reason for visiting Café Press stems from the premise that epinions.com offers logo specific merchandise now:
http://www.cafepress.com/cp/store/store.aspx?storeid=epinions
In fact if you rush on over you will find the opportunity to satisy your Epinion hat desire at special sale prices. Don’t hesitate to acquire an Epinion hat that only the wind can blow away. **wink**
In seriousness the Epinion storefront offers t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, clocks, license plate frames, mugs, coasters, lunch bags, aprons, coasters, and tote bags. The emblem is replica of the epinions logo – 4 circles with - = !
Yes I placed an order, and am happy to share that the transaction was smooth, customer service was good, and I am able to recommend Cafepress.com from a consumer aspect.
Cafepress.com
My Cafepress.comExperience
Products Are True to Ad Representation
Site is Easy to Navigate
Site is Easy to Place Order At
Simplistic Design
Email Confirmation of Order and Shipment
Speedy Email Communication / Excellent Customer Service
On Time Delivery
Fair Shipping and Handling Charges
Features
Build Your Own Online Store
Shop From Existing Storefronts
30-day money back guarantee on all products
Payment
American Express
Discover
MasterCard
Visa
Check Cards
Money Orders
Shipping
Standard
US Priority Mail – 3-5 days – First Item $4.30 – Additional Items $1.65 each.
Expedited
2nd Day Airborne Express – 2 business days – First Item $13.50 – Additional Items $2.50 each.
Next Business Day
Next Day Airborne Express – Next business day – First Item $25.00 – Additional Items $3.50 each.
International
Up to 4 weeks – First Item $7.00 – Additional Items $4.00 each.
Final Thoughts
From a consumer aspect I am able to recommend cafepress.com. The site was easy to navigate, offered straightforward pricing and applicable information. I changed the content of my cart with ease, and the prices reflected such. After completing the order process I received a confirmation email, and received a confirmation of shipping status. From order completion the items arrived at my home in 4 days. The packaging was superior. One of the items I ordered was the frosted mug. I am honestly impressed with the quality, and was pleased that the handling was cautious – allowing the mug and coaster to arrive intact. The baseball style T-shirt arrived in as pictured condition. Again, the imprint was high quality, and the shirt quality was good. I will mention that I am not impressed with the coaster. It is a smooth tile coaster, and I am used to the style of coasters that drink in the moisture produced from cold beverages. However… this is not the fault of Café Press, rather my own for not thinking about the style offered. Oh well.
I have heard good things about cafepress.com from my girlfriend that owns a housecleaning business. She opened a storefront – no I didn’t purchase any of her items (urgh… don’t need any reminders of house cleaning **shudder**). She stated that the gals who have ordered are pleased with the customer service, happy with the products, and will continue to use the service.
Another mention worth passing on is the customer service department. Upon emailing an inquiry, they responded within 6 hours. I like prompt answers, and feel they really hit the mark there. Prior to opening a storefront or purchasing merchandise I recommend navigation through the FAQ and other informative portions of cafepress.com.
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1933 Davis Street, Suite 204
San Leandro, CA 94577
1-877-809-1659
http://www.cafepress.com/
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Happy Shopping!
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Lisa_J
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