Originally Posted by Mamagus
My husband is a saint. His first wife just about sank the family with her get rich quick schemes some of which involved sewing, seamstressing etc. You'd think he'd be wary and distrustful of another sewing wife! But he is fantastic. He loves my quilts. Whenever we travel he scouts out the quilting stores for me and makes sure I get shopping! His favorite phrase, "This a great chance to find some fabrics you can't get around home"
How does one go about trying to get rich quickly by sewing?..lol
I had an Upholstery business for 20+ yrs. I made a very comfortable living, and when I retired I had a nice nest egg, but rich by no means.
As I see it, selling a quilt is like selling a classic auto, you will never get back all the money you put into it. I just do it cause its fun.
And my husband loves my work, as a matter of fact he told me togo ahead and order my Ofla mat today. I found a bargain on one. :) 32.00 dollars including shipping and its a 24x36 :)
Sylvia, it's a shame you have to hide your "habit" :) Next time you spend money at the fabric shop, try not to feel guilty.