Originally Posted by
Shelbie
I just won't make quilts for anybody unless I am planning it as a gift. I don't think that I could charge enough to cover my costs and many people are very "picky" when someone is stitching for them. For me, it would not be a good experience and I would end up feeling stressed and probably unappreciated. I won't even give gifts for silent auctions anymore as I've seen too many beautiful quilts sold for very little money. Now I politely decline and send them a cheque if it is a charity that I wish to support.
I agree with your comment about charitable donations. A couple of years ago we donated 2 elaborately embroidered shirts for a silent auction for a fundraiser that was held at our church. The shirts sold for $25 each---not even enough to cover the cost of the shirts, much less the hours of work (about 3 1/2 hrs. per shirt) embroidering them. I just make monetary donations now. It is easier.