As several have mentioned above I make complicated quilts slowly. If I were in a hurry I'd buy a blanket.
I also quit buying fabric in 2001, just made financial common sense. All my quilts are double sided, halving the batting needed and halving the storage space required. I use all my quilts on our bed, rotating them out every 3 weeks to a month. Use them, quilts were made to be loved. And I can't imagine ever thinking my quilts were too good for me to use. That makes me sad. By the time I get 2-400 hours into a quilt it darn well is good enough to use and I'm worth it ;) |
I have been quilting about 5 or so years now and have made about 65 quilts. I give them away. I give many to the abused women's shelter, single mothers for themselves and their child and baby showers at church. When someone I know is married I give one on their first anniversary. I am keeping 13 for myself (only 1 at present) and giving the rest away. I feel it is my way to give back to the community.
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Originally Posted by Prism99
(Post 5741969)
If I had this issue, I would look for a shelter for abused women (can be difficult to connect with one as these places tend to be kept as secret as possible). Many arrive with children and next-to-nothing in hand, so a quilt for each one would be a fabulous gift. With turnover, you would also always have some newcomers in need.
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I satisfy my need to quilt by quilting for Quilts for Kids. I love making quick quilts and they are the perfect outlet!!
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I have 16 nieces and nephews, 17 great nieces and nephews, 4 step children and 2 daughters. If only I could get a quilt made for each of them BEFORE grandchildren start to arrive!
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It cost very little to list on Etsy as I sell fabric on Etsy..the only thing is that it does not seem to be as well known as EBay for example
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I've been quilting for nearly 30 years, and have sold only one quilt...and for MUCH less than it was worth. I give mine away and keep some as well. For me, the joy is in the making and in the giving.
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I too have many quilts and have given away many. I use my quilts for decorating. As runners on beds, on quilt racks, on couches, folded in glass case (made for dishes). Even use them on tables. I enjoy looking around and remembering working on the quilt or where I bought fabric. Also enjoy the warmth quilts bring to a home. Enjoy them!!!
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Originally Posted by ArtsyOne
(Post 5741795)
My understanding (although I haven't tried it myself) is that Etsy listings are free.
I have an Etsy shop for my crochet designs. There are quite a few quilters out there that use Etsy - and Craigslist which is free however you'd have to meet the person to do the transaction. I have seen a lot of quilts and crocheted/knitted items for sale in Craigslist. |
Give them to others.
Originally Posted by joym
(Post 5741759)
I am a fabric horder. I love fabric. And I love, love, love to make quilts. I am from a very small family and they all have quilts. I have donated many, many ,many quilts and knitted/crochet blankets. I have a small house and hard to find a place to display so many. I would really like to sell them as I could use the money....but not tech savvy. I could even barter. Anyone in the same predicament as me? Any suggestions or comments will be welcomed.
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