I think I came on too strong or angry. I'm not angry. But after 15 years in my needlework shop and hearing countless tales from my customers about how their work was not appreciated (because it was "homemade" or made in " spare" time). I think we need to as (I think it was) Susan said value our own work and creativity. it's just a shame that so many artists can't make a living at what they love to do. i would love ot be able to sell quilts too. This is what I have decided to try do:
1.Try to make a name for myself locally (so that I'm known as a quilter) by making charity quilts of excellent quality for local non-profits to auction, raffle etc. I think once a person has a reputation for beautiful work it's easier to command the prices the quilts deserve.
2.Another I might try is join an artist or craft co-op that sells at reasonable prices. or sell on consignment at an up-scale shop. Maybe i can get a reputation that way.
Whew!! What a speech. If anyone has other ideas I'd love to hear them. OK speech over . thanks for listening.
Virginia