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KalamaQuilts 12-27-2012 11:42 AM

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 ;)

purplemem 12-27-2012 12:19 PM

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.

charlotte37830 12-27-2012 05:05 PM


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.

Try cheecking with your local police department. They won't tell you where they are located, but will probably put you in touch with someone so you can make donations.

kydeb 12-27-2012 06:37 PM

I satisfy my need to quilt by quilting for Quilts for Kids. I love making quick quilts and they are the perfect outlet!!

solstice3 12-27-2012 07:24 PM

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!

ladysuds 12-28-2012 04:36 AM

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

happyquiltmom 12-28-2012 04:42 AM

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.

memepat 12-28-2012 05:57 AM

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!!!

Yarn or Fabric 12-28-2012 06:00 AM


Originally Posted by ArtsyOne (Post 5741795)
My understanding (although I haven't tried it myself) is that Etsy listings are free.

Etsy listings are not free... and they take a percentage of your sales as does Paypal. You also need to know how much you will charge for shipping ahead of time.
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.

lizzy 12-28-2012 06:26 AM

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.
HAPPY NEW YEAR to all.

I have given most all of my quilts to relatives, friends, charities, new babies, and have kept only the ones I really wanted or needed for beds. When I started quilting, my husband suggested I keep a record of what I made; so I did. I have pictures of all my quilts and some purses and where they went (over 50). I treasure that album of quilts almost as much as I liked making and giving away the quilts.


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