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08-18-2011, 08:18 AM

#41

ptquilts

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I would want to know where he is going to sell the quilts and for how much. Sounds like he might have his head in the clouds. How many of us, when showing a hand made item to someone, have heard "Oh, you are so talented, you should open a store."
It's not that simple. Selling quilts is tough. Does he have a retail outlet already or is he going to sell them to stores. I think I would say, "you can pay me X for my time, then you have the quilt to do with as you wish."

08-18-2011, 08:22 AM

#42

JUNEC

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Quote:

Originally Posted by luv-e

Quote:

Originally Posted by Barbshobbies

Also, you must see the sales slip !! This person saw your work, thinks it`s good, and I`m sure he wants to make something for selling them. He must have clients who can afford them. If every thing is out in front, you both should be happy. Asked every thing you want to know. Good luck, this could be a new career for you.

Totally agree with this........ :thumbup:
Christmas coming up,WOW you could make a bundle!!!!

Good luck - find out how much he is talking about selling them for and what size he is interesting in you making , etc.

FINGERS CROSSED THAT THIS WILL PROFITABLE ADVENTURE FOR BOTH OF YOU.

Start out by giving him 1 or 2 quilts- take photos of each one you give him - remember slow and easy wins the race

08-18-2011, 08:38 AM

#43

patski

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do it, you have nothing to lose and you will get to enjoy your hobby, just be prepared to stop if you don't get joy from it

08-18-2011, 08:44 AM

#44

Candace

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Originally Posted by BellaBoo

What is he expecting a quilt to sell for? I am thinking he has no idea the cost of quality fabric, batting, thread, or even the cost of a professional long arm. What if the venture doesn't bring in enough to cover his expenses? then what? This can become very sticky. I would have everything in writing before jumping in with both feet.

Agree! And he may think he can sell a lot of your quilts for $50....because he has simply no idea about the hours of work and the materials costs. He may have a very rude awakening ahead of him:>

08-18-2011, 10:25 AM

#45

MellieKQuilter

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What do you have to lose?

08-18-2011, 11:23 AM

#46

mhansen6

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Do you know this man? Make sure you check him out throughly. Be careful if he says he will reimburse you for the fabric. You could purchase the fabric then be out the $$ if he changes his mind.

08-18-2011, 12:28 PM

#47

blueangel

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Sounds good to me.

08-18-2011, 12:35 PM

#48

SWEETPEACHES

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So, he's going to buy the fabric and you're going to do the work.
He's going to pay himself back for the fabric and then split the proceeds? Is he going to pay you for the work before splitting the proceeds?
Did he say 50/50? Or did he just say "split".

Get all the details in writing and make sure you understand how everything will be split. Good luck and congratulations.