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A friend of mine has asked me to sew 4 quilts. Her daughter is getting married this coming Christmas and she wants to give her brides mades quilts for being in the wedding. She is dropping off the pattern, 5 full bolts of fabric, thread, batting and bias tape and I get what is left over. The quilts are standard size. On top of that she is paying me $550.00 per quilt. If I have time left she wants me to make a 8ft table runner for the main table.
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Sounds like a lot of work. Also lots of fun, scraps, and some money to boot. Good luck.
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Start early!!!
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Wow!!! That's really really nice Bridsmaid's gifts!!!!
Hopefully it is a pattern and fabrics that you like working with!!! |
What a gem to give you that much time to get them all done! I would say set up a payment schedule just so no one is surprised at the end!
(and the friendship stays golden!) |
That is wonderful!!! :)
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Good for you! Enjoy making them.
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can't wait to see them.
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At least she's paying. When I first read the title, I was worried it was goign to be another of those "make me 5 quilts... wait, you want me to pay for supplies and your time??" posts. For my wedding, I have 2 friends who are singing my 1st dance song. I'm making them each a quilt :D
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Wonderful! sounds like you have a lot to keep you busy.
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Yoy should be very honored!! And thankful - that she didnt expect you to supply fabric etc. and to get paid to do it is even better!!! Watch out though it could be a start of a new business for you lol Many who see the quilts may like the idea for their wedding parties also...If approached I would make a set amount and base it on what time etc you have invested in the ones you are doing now. Good luck and would love to se one thanks cheryl :-D
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Wow, that is awesome!! Finally, someone is being reasonable with the price of a beautiful quilt :D:D
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Originally Posted by Rebecca VLQ
What a gem to give you that much time to get them all done! I would say set up a payment schedule just so no one is surprised at the end!
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that is great.....I have friend who is good me like somewhat like that.....God has blessed me with GOOD friends.
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Woo hoo, you go girl . Getting paid for something you love to do awesome :thumbup:
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WOW, I would start now!
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Originally Posted by Deborah12687
A friend of mine has asked me to sew 4 quilts. Her daughter is getting married this coming Christmas and she wants to give her brides mades quilts for being in the wedding. She is dropping off the pattern, 5 full bolts of fabric, thread, batting and bias tape and I get what is left over. The quilts are standard size. On top of that she is paying me $550.00 per quilt. If I have time left she wants me to make a 8ft table runner for the main table.
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Start with the table runner and don't stop 'till they are all done. This bride is a smart consumer and is willing to pay for it.
Good Luck and many sunny, sewing days to you. Is a time line of one quilt per month too fast? |
Wow - sounds like she appreciates what is involved in making a quilt and is willing to pay a fair price. Better get going. Christmas will be here before you know it. And don't forget to post pictures when you've finished.
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Originally Posted by Deborah12687
Originally Posted by Rebecca VLQ
What a gem to give you that much time to get them all done! I would say set up a payment schedule just so no one is surprised at the end!
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WOW-I've never heard of such a wonderful gift for a bridemaid-and so nice to hear you will be paid for your skill. That is great.
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It sounds like she is paying a good rate, and she bought the fabric, pattern etc.... I bet you have a great time! I love having a deadline....as opposed to just doing what I want. I get more done! Congratulation on your "job"!
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Deborah, It would be fun to see the pattern she picked out. It sounds, as though, you'll be busy for the whole year. Enjoy your time making these quilts. Do you do your own quilting, also? Do you have a LA? Please show us your progress as you make these quilts. Thanks. Eiltcoq.
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Good Luck. Keep us posted on how you are doing. That many quilts can be overwhelming. The money sure sounds good though.
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Thats AWESOME!
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Good for you! Glad she gave you some time to do the work. Shows she likes your work and gave some thought to the assignment. Let us know your progress!
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You are going to be busy. The money sure sounds nice. :lol:
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I too have been roped into doing wedding sewing!!! My date is the end of April. Table runners, flower girl dress, fairy flower girls outfit alterations. So much to do, so little time and I'm not getting paid the $$ . . . . Oh yea, I'm the mother of the bride. ;)
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Get cracking!
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If you keep to a schedule, 4 quilts by Christmas should be doable. Good luck! Keep us posted on your progress.
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Wow, that's some expensive bride's maids gifts! You better start early! You've got a lot of work to do! lol
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WOW! You are going to be one busy lady!
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Good luck
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do you have all the details in writing or at least notes as to what is expected and when. even friends need this.
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wow that is something. keep us posted if you do it. i want to see the finished quilts
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Are you happy with this situation? It sounds like a lot of work, but she is also paying you well. She obviously knows the worth of a quilt and all the time it takes. Please show us pictures when you are finished.
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Originally Posted by Deborah12687
A friend of mine has asked me to sew 4 quilts. Her daughter is getting married this coming Christmas and she wants to give her brides mades quilts for being in the wedding. She is dropping off the pattern, 5 full bolts of fabric, thread, batting and bias tape and I get what is left over. The quilts are standard size. On top of that she is paying me $550.00 per quilt. If I have time left she wants me to make a 8ft table runner for the main table.
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go for it
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Guess we won't be seeing you on here for awhile! Take a minute to post pics when you finish. Good Luck!
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OMG!!!
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