seasaw2mch

Well first off I want to say this wall hanging is priceless and you did a fabulous job. I'm the historian in my family and this tops anything I've ever come across.

After reading all the other posts I have to say Pam hit it right on the head with all her suggestions. She has so much good incite on a project like this, I'm simply amazed. So much to think about when doing a project like this and I think she really hit some very good points that I would have never thought about. I have to agree that this type of project is more time consuming and the fact that simple mistakes on this one can not be over looked especially with spelling of names, dates and such. I especially liked the thoughts about all the added things needed to care for and hang this type of quilt, most I would have not even thought of unless asked about them.

Although you did yours for your own family and you poured your heart into it (as it shows), it would be more stressful when doing something like this for someone else as they are more picky of your work even though you are a great quilter, by the looks of what you have done here, most people just seem to be more picky when they pay you to do anything regardless if they know how to do it themselves or not. For that reason alone I do not quilt for hire but I will make a quilt and if someone wants to by it for what ever price I put on it then so be it. I don't work under stress and would never take on that sort of thing because of that reason.

My bottom line suggestion would be to read carefully what Pam has written and take all things into consideration before making your decision.

JackieG

One of a kind, unique, and a beautiful heirloom. Easily $350.

gbquilter

A quilt store I was in recently suggesed that a quilt is cahrged at between $.05 and $.07 per square inch. That's and easy way to figure out what to charge regardless of the size.

vicsdg

Pam made some excellent points. As much as we may love our family and friends we can not control how they will act in the future. It is much better to do this in a business like manner than just as "friends". It keeps the relationships solid. Following Pam's advice is a great way of doing it.

I work with lawyers and see friendships and family fight about the most stupid things. No need to do that if it can be prevented in the first place.

Your quilt is amazing. Please be sure to put it in the will with what you want to happen to it when you pass. Makes it clear to everyone.

Gerbie

That looks great. I don't comission my work, because I know the materials and my time spent on a quilt would be more expensive than most people would want to pay. Those who don't quilt think we can do them over night or in a few days, NO. Most people have no clue about the time or work we put into making quilts.
I think Pam has thought about everything, and has GREAT advice for you. If you do decide to make one for others, follow Pam's post and get everything in writing and money up front. Make sure all of your co-workers or friends know what to expect. If anyone doesn't want to sign a contract and follow your RULES, then they don't want the quilt, don't waste your time on them.You don't want to get burned yourself and end up with something you can't use, especially since it is a family tree quilt and will have dates and pics of other people on it.
I would like to add something to Pam's advice - Think of the time it took you to do yours, if you are making this for someone else how much time you will be spending and taking away from your personal family and other things you might want to do, but are obligated to work on the quilt. When you were working on your own quilt, it wasn't the same and it was for your family, with no rush on time, you could stop and take care of family needs, whatever. Also do you desperately need the extra money for doing the quilts for others? Sure extra money is always nice, but is the stress really worth it.

My first answer to co-worker would be No! and leave it at that, You could do like someone else suggested take a pic. of yours and let them get someone else to do it, then you wouldn't have the headache or problem later with co-workers that could make ill feelings and cause work problems in the future.

auntpatty

What I do is take the cost of the expense of the material and double it. I seems to work for me. I know I should charge more, but I really enjoy the feeling when I give them the quilt. They are so thrilled and pleased. It makes me feel good and I enjoy making them so much plus I have money to make another.

Rettie V. Grama

Your wall hanging is very impressive. I would not even attempt to do that. I do have a published genealogy book of my father's family. I can really understand the work you went through. It took me 2 years to gather the information for my book and still was not able to get all the information.

God Bless You!

You took on a task that will show love all the way down in the future generations of your family.

patsyo56721

How about cost of material x 1.60%

mrsddh97

I can't answer the pricing question but I want to comment on a beautiful tribute and your commitment to preserving your family's history.

IT_Nana

I made a picture quilt and I know how much work is involved. I agree with the above prices at least. Most people have no idea what fabric for a quilt costs, let alone labor!