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It is worth what one is willing to pay for it? If this person has said cost is no issue simply present her with an invoice with the cost and if you so desire break it down into where the money is going or not and than let her decide.
I don't think $800 is to much considering all the work that goes into making such an item. I've seen king size quilts go much higher than that. As a quilter "you pay yourself" what you feel your time is worth plus materials and such. Carol |
My MIL has a quilting business and for a custom quilt job she charges $500-$600, And thats just the quilting
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I was at an Amish quilt auction in 2003 and most of the quilts started at $500 and they were double bed size but with simple quilting. The longer I stayed the more the quilts were priced and one went for$1500 and that was 7 years ago. I agree with the rest of the replies that you are giving away the quilt. She is a friend but she broached the idea. I also agree that I would take her fabric shopping and ask for a deposit. :XD:
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I had a friend request I make her a quilt. I told her up front that a lap quilt started at $250-300 and they went up from there. She laughed said thank you for the info and never brought up the subject again.
People see mass produced quilts in stores and just do not understand the "work of art" concept. |
I made a T-Shirt quilt for my Doctor''''s daughter for Graduation and charged $500 for it.. Was the size of the top of a queen size bed.. maybe a bit hanging over..
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I sold a queen or two for $800.00 and plus.
We should not be unselling our time, the cost of our supplies outside of fabric, our cutters and blades, thread, mats and rulers. These do wear out and need to be replaced. Hope this helps:) |
whatever you decide . Get at least half down before you start :)
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A custom made quilt !!! but in reality it is worth what the buyer is willing to pay
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I would hesitate to tell her to buy the fabric, unless you are with her. I've done that and gotten some awful fabric to work with. Those who don't sew don't know the difference in qualities of fabric.
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Originally Posted by Lneal
That's my question. A friend wants me to make a king size bed quilt and doesn't care about the cost. I have estimated the pattern, quilt shop quality material, supplies, ect. and after adding my labor I am astounded at the price! Approx $800.00. I just checked on-line for king size quilts at department stores and she could buy one much cheaper.
So how much is a handmade king size quilt worth? I would love to hear what you think. |
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