Anyone Want to Buy a Quilt Shop?
06-09-2010, 05:33 AM
#51
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Originally Posted by Favorite Fabrics
Uhhh... so... after reading this post, I've been thinking... if all my colleagues and I decide to retire at the same time (in about 15 years, 'cause we're all about the same age)... and if we don't know what to do with all the fabric ... should I let everyone here know, and sell it off piecemeal?
Is 15 years enough lead time? You know, for folks who like to plan ahead...?
Is 15 years enough lead time? You know, for folks who like to plan ahead...?
Just noticed where you are located. My DS called yesterday and asked me about coming to visit (Rochester, NY) So I may get a chance to stop in on the way! Hooray! Always up for a new quilt shop experience!
06-09-2010, 09:42 AM
#54
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Originally Posted by FERSID
I purchased a very large lot (somewhere around 10,000 metres of designer fabrics and a few bolts of lace trims from a well known Canadian Fashion Designer 2-1/2 years ago for a VERY good price.
She was clearing some of her inventory to make way for the incoming new fabric trends - some of the fabrics were FULL unused rolls - in excess of 50 meters per roll.
2 months of intensive taking of photos, composing descriptions and determining my pricing, I eventually managed to get them all listed in my EBay Store.
It took me about 1-1/2 years to sell just about all - I think I only have about 120 metres left from the lot and I managed to make back my initial cash outlay and have realized a comfortable profit.
Was it worth the time and effort? Possibly but in hindsight, I don't think I will do it again as it took far more of my time and energy than I had expected and that of course took away from too much time from my other interests.
You would likely have far more success in selling quilting fabrics in a shorter time period than the designer fabrics I ventured with (these fabrics were for those interested in sewing their own garments).
You may want to seriously look at how much time and energy to want to put into taking on such an endevour but if you do and you're lucky, you could probably turn a good profit.
Good luck and hopefully, you'll post some in the forum - from the photos, there appears to be some really nice fabrics, etc.
FERSID
She was clearing some of her inventory to make way for the incoming new fabric trends - some of the fabrics were FULL unused rolls - in excess of 50 meters per roll.
2 months of intensive taking of photos, composing descriptions and determining my pricing, I eventually managed to get them all listed in my EBay Store.
It took me about 1-1/2 years to sell just about all - I think I only have about 120 metres left from the lot and I managed to make back my initial cash outlay and have realized a comfortable profit.
Was it worth the time and effort? Possibly but in hindsight, I don't think I will do it again as it took far more of my time and energy than I had expected and that of course took away from too much time from my other interests.
You would likely have far more success in selling quilting fabrics in a shorter time period than the designer fabrics I ventured with (these fabrics were for those interested in sewing their own garments).
You may want to seriously look at how much time and energy to want to put into taking on such an endevour but if you do and you're lucky, you could probably turn a good profit.
Good luck and hopefully, you'll post some in the forum - from the photos, there appears to be some really nice fabrics, etc.
FERSID
the fabric was dated/yardage noted/and place where purchased ; I did not quilt then but couldn't see this being wasted, so I went around quilting groups selling fabric at least half price if not more and gave the remainder away ; it was a lot of work but raised over £1.000 for dog rescue.
06-09-2010, 10:03 AM
#55
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Originally Posted by Lostn51
Not even!!! :lol: :lol:
It would be nice to be able to walk into a stash that size but where would you keep it?
Billy
It would be nice to be able to walk into a stash that size but where would you keep it?
Billy
06-09-2010, 10:06 AM
#56
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Forgive me if this was asked before, I quickly read through the msg threads....
I noticed that this is listed on the Memphis craigslist. Did this store aside from the owner passing, have any flood damage from the recent storms?
If they did, FYI, make sure those purchasing fabrics wash everything at least twice. Living in a warm, wet environment causes mildew and mold, and not the fun kind. Some types can also damage or discolor fabrics. (Experience from a broken water heater drenching part of my stash).
I noticed that this is listed on the Memphis craigslist. Did this store aside from the owner passing, have any flood damage from the recent storms?
If they did, FYI, make sure those purchasing fabrics wash everything at least twice. Living in a warm, wet environment causes mildew and mold, and not the fun kind. Some types can also damage or discolor fabrics. (Experience from a broken water heater drenching part of my stash).
06-09-2010, 11:04 AM
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Originally Posted by NHSOMND
Forgive me if this was asked before, I quickly read through the msg threads....
I noticed that this is listed on the Memphis craigslist. Did this store aside from the owner passing, have any flood damage from the recent storms?
If they did, FYI, make sure those purchasing fabrics wash everything at least twice. Living in a warm, wet environment causes mildew and mold, and not the fun kind. Some types can also damage or discolor fabrics. (Experience from a broken water heater drenching part of my stash).
I noticed that this is listed on the Memphis craigslist. Did this store aside from the owner passing, have any flood damage from the recent storms?
If they did, FYI, make sure those purchasing fabrics wash everything at least twice. Living in a warm, wet environment causes mildew and mold, and not the fun kind. Some types can also damage or discolor fabrics. (Experience from a broken water heater drenching part of my stash).
Billy
06-09-2010, 11:21 AM
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Originally Posted by mountain deb
Originally Posted by eiltcoq
Mountain deb, What kind of fabric do you have? If you post pictures, you will be able to sell it on the Board. Eiltcoq.
06-09-2010, 11:22 AM
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Originally Posted by Lostn51
Originally Posted by NHSOMND
Forgive me if this was asked before, I quickly read through the msg threads....
I noticed that this is listed on the Memphis craigslist. Did this store aside from the owner passing, have any flood damage from the recent storms?
If they did, FYI, make sure those purchasing fabrics wash everything at least twice. Living in a warm, wet environment causes mildew and mold, and not the fun kind. Some types can also damage or discolor fabrics. (Experience from a broken water heater drenching part of my stash).
I noticed that this is listed on the Memphis craigslist. Did this store aside from the owner passing, have any flood damage from the recent storms?
If they did, FYI, make sure those purchasing fabrics wash everything at least twice. Living in a warm, wet environment causes mildew and mold, and not the fun kind. Some types can also damage or discolor fabrics. (Experience from a broken water heater drenching part of my stash).
Billy
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