Well, I talked to her today and she said no problem paying me. I think it will work out fine.

She doesn't cook much, (widow) & doesn't have any hobbies except crocheting.

I have the same thought.... I haven't read all of the posts yet ~ but this is exactly what I was thinking :)

What were your plans for the quilt while you were making it?

When I made it I had no plans, it was just an extra. This is the one I ended up giving to my daughter, they loved it!

Gorgeous, gorgeous quilt! I was going to suggest that maybe you could barter, trade something she can do for you. She may be a great cook & would be willing to make your Holiday pies or something like that.

I would have to ask myself some hard questions on this problem. Does she want a lot for nothing?,HOw good a friend,How much do I have tied up in fabric let alone time.I hand piece,and hand quilt also so I know about this. Can she and I live with the cost alone and maybe just a little over? Then go ahead with what you decide. Just looking at the quilt and as I say I do sell some of mine,I would get at least 800 to a thousand if I were selling it to other than a close friend. And that is a low estimate

It looks exactly like one my dear grandmother made me many years ago, only hers was not queen size. I LOVE IT! Can't help you with the pricing, but I know that if she bought one, it would be several hundred dollars. Don't sell yourself short.

Does she have kids who might chip in (with or without her knowing about it) once they know how much she wants it?
You could quietly check with them before quoting her a price.
In fact, I'd tell them, with a smile, "I know exactly what your mom would love for Christmas (or other gifting occasion) 'cuz she TOLD me, so here's a way for all of you to split the cost of something she's already said she'd love to have, plus your shopping would be taken care of -- win/win for everyone" [including you!].

Why not look on the internet and see what prices they are asking. I did see a quilt site(Last year) that dealt with sales. A lot of the quilts were the Amish quilts. Check it out and then you will have some idea. You can also see if she is willing to pay the quilt off in installments. I am on a fixed pension and would be willing to do that. Just ask your friend and see what she says. You can always just charge for the fabric you used and give her the time making it as a gift.

This is a beautiful quilt. I was just wodering what you decided? I personally would have kept it for myself. Whether your friend can afford the quilt shouldn't matter. People always want things they can't afford. If you accept money from her make sure she understands that it is no where near the actual value of the quilt. You wouldn't want her to get the idea that it is all your quilt is worth. Be well.

Dawn, I am certainly NO help on pricing. I am too softhearted and would probably charge much less than I should. Just had to say that I really love this quilt. One of my very favorites, but have not had nerve to start this. Good luck with your pricing.