i forgot to explain how i run the business.
in order to get things done i do the "quilts for sale" on a commissioned basis.
i meet with my client determine what they are looking for and only then does their quilt go into production.
i take in orders 3 or 4 at a time and when those quilts are done i take in the next 3-4 quilt projects.
i took in 4 projects at the beginning of april and those have due dates to their new owners of june, july, sept, and december.
i have a june deadline to all my clients who want quilts for the winter holiday gift giving season.
this is my busiest time of year because its not only quilts but i get a lot of orders for handbags.
i do imagine that this year will be slower than normal due to the current financial crisis.