Success with selling?
10-28-2010, 01:53 PM
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I've been quilting for 15 years and have set some nice quilts aside for my grandchildren and great grandchildren. I've also made and donated quilts to a variety of organizations. And I've sold a few, mostly by word-of-mouth advertising. I'd love to sell more quilts but don't know where or how. One shop said it would take some on consignment but would charge 33% commision (ouch!)Because of physical problems I can't do craft shows -- so I guess I'm limited to the internet. Has anyone had any luck selling online? If so, where? I'd certainly appreciate hearing about your experiences!
10-28-2010, 02:14 PM
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10-28-2010, 03:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Quiltforme
Some have tried Etsy but heard you really have to advertise your site.
10-28-2010, 04:57 PM
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I have gotten a lot of my customers from other customers and friends. When a customer picks up their quilt and tells how much they like it,tell them how much you appreciate their business and to please tell someone else about your quilts. Print out business cards and include one with the quilt. When you sell your quilts online,then you can't sell your quilts to anyone else during the time that they are online. I learned that the hard way.
11-02-2010, 03:04 PM
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Originally Posted by lynmccoy
When you sell your quilts online, then you can't sell your quilts to anyone else during the time that they are online. I learned that the hard way.
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