Your Opinion on Merchandise!
What is your opinion on the new 7 Cups Of Tea Merchandise?
Share your thoughts below!
@HarveyM I honestly think they look really good! However, I hope that in the future they will have more colorful options, like different fonts, personalized options, etc. But for being the first products that they release, they are amazing 
@HappyHelper006
I agree! But, considering they're the first products, they're awesome!
I'd like to see Compassion Heart Bumper Stickers 💜
@ChromeLotus
That would be a great idea! Suggest it!
@ChromeLotus Bumper stickers will be great! I would definitely buy one!
@HappyHelper006 bumper stickers Sound great!!
@HappyHelper006
Same!
there is only 1 cup. it should have 7 :D
@TortueDesBois
hehe! Perhaps you could suggest that? There could be 7 different styles of cups?
@HarveyM They should also sell holiday items. For example, the items that they are selling, but with Christmas decoration, of Halloween (depending on the Holiday).
@HappyHelper006
That too is a wonderful idea! Perhaps you could leave the idea in the suggestion box?
I like the core concepts, but I think it could be improved upon. For example, we have some great artists in the community that could create designs for merchandise. The current design covers keu points, but doesn't make me want to buy anything. Creating innovative, creative designs could be a better incentive to purchase merchandise. Designs also could not be 7 Cups dominant, but instead include a nice quote/artwork and have a 7 Cups logo somewhere. Also, I'm not sure Cafepress is the best platform, but I can appreciate its benefits. Their pricing is high, quality is low, and the selection is limited. I love the idea of the stickers, and putting them in public, but $85 for 50 is ridiculous. Let me know how I can help out, I've worked with sourcing merchandise and design before.
@sunnytea
I'm sure you could reach out to the administrators with these ideas! You can email community@7cupsoftea.com
@HarveyM Thanks for the suggestion Harvey!
@sunnytea
@sunnytea
Great idea. Hope you can help out with this awesome project!
I'm personally confused as to why we have merchandise. They look cool and all but I guess I just have a couple questions:
Where are these funds going to?
Where are excess funds going to?
How much does CafePress vs 7Cups receive?
I think that's about it for now, hope everything goes well.
@MonBon
It's part of marketing, it helps spread the word, creates interest and creates a talking point. In a nutshell, it promotes the brand. There are other things it does. As to 'where do the funds go?' etc I'm sure Admin can answer those questions.
@rebel11
I suppose spreading the word makes sense, but if that were the sole purpose we wouldn't need to spend so much on merchandise I don't feel. Bumper stickers or little logos would be just as effective and more cost effective I think?
I can see why building a brand could be useful. Thank you for answering my question :)
@MonBon
Merchandise should pay for itself and if successful, generate a profit, but that's down to supply and demand.
@rebel11
That's not what I mean by cost... I'm aware merchandise produces a profit. What I mean by cost is the the actual charge to customers, and as before, I am concerned where that profit is going to.
@MonBon
7 Cups isn't great when it comes to answering questions, it's meant to be community, but the powers that be switch off the information tap when they like.
@HarveyM I'VE BEEN WNTING A 7 CUPS SWEATSHIRT FOREVER! So, naturally, I am really excited. However, I don't like the font/typeface of the design, which could be a quick adjustment. If you're looking for a graphic designer, I know of a fantastic indiviudal who may be interested.
Also, there should be a quick link on the bottom of every page under "About Us" for easy access.
SO PUMPED.
@EleNergy
I'm sooooo excited too!
@HarveyM
I think the merchandise is super cool and awesome! I just hope someday listeners will get like a free T-shirt if they reach a goal or something. 
@ZacharyH
I'm excited about having merchandise in general, but i'm not in love with the designs just yet, so I'll be holding off before buying! I would love to see some that are simpler - perhaps just the cup or the cup and the name, but not the tagline below it. Would also love to see tank tops and v-necks in the shop as those are what I'm more likely to wear, personally :)
I really like the idea of 7cups merchandise. It will provide financial support (if there's a profit) and more awareness of this awesome service, resource, and community!
Personally, I have not purchased anything yet. I would definitely purchase some apparel if the logo/design is revised/revamped. Ideally, I would like to see the logo and wording different than the website itself. Maybe have words on the back of shirts as well? Those are just some ideas. Further ideas is to check out TWLOHA's store items and how they design: https://store.twloha.com/.
