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Old 12-25-2012, 08:17 AM
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It is well worth over 150.00, I would go 250.00 at least.
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Old 12-25-2012, 08:46 AM
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I think $150 is way too low, I'd do a minimum of $250-$300. I once saw the Eleanor Burns log cabin wreath at Keepsake Quilting,nicely done, but non-descript fabric and thewoman wanted $400, that's ridiculous for a quilt less than 36" square, maybe a queen at the very least for that price. However, most people don't want to pay what the quilt is worth just in fabric alone,they like Wal -Mart prices, but I don't think they have ever really compared the two, as there is no comparison. When I first started crafting in the "stone ages", the norm was 3 times the cost of materials, but a lot depends on the demographics. I'm sure this is clear as mud, but never price your quilts based on chain store quilts. Best of luck to your MIL on her craft store. You might also make lower priced items, like placemats and matching napkins, table runners, small wall hangings, etc.
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Old 12-25-2012, 08:50 AM
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At least double what it cost to make it.....then add a bit extra depending on the clients who come to the shop.
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Old 12-25-2012, 08:51 AM
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Goodness someone has to put a foot down here !


No lower than $300.00 or I will personally fly out there ,on my broom, and shake you. Sorry, your husband may be a sweetheart but he obviously knows nothing about quilts....
keep him in the bedroom not the sewing room !
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Old 12-25-2012, 09:13 AM
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LOL ok ok Thank you for the input.
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Old 12-25-2012, 09:30 AM
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I agree with all the replies. lovely quilt
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Old 12-25-2012, 10:07 AM
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I have to agree with all comments here. $150 is way too little to charge. In your area, is there the type of clientele that would pay what it is obviously worth? If not, I'd stick to table runners/placemats/mug rugs, etc. Let us know how it all plays out...
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Old 12-25-2012, 10:14 AM
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LOTS of good advice here that I cannot add to other than to suggest you look at Etsy pricing.
People have no clue what goes into a quilt but you should at the very minimum get the cost of materials and electricity.
Then start buying material with a discount and try to price them higher.
At some point, I'd rather donate than sell for less than the worth. Makes me angry so I'd rather give to someone who would appreciate it and cannot afford anything like it at all.
IMHO
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Old 12-25-2012, 10:15 AM
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My theory..you never know WHO will walk inthe door and plop the $$$ down! Don't assume anything!
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Old 12-25-2012, 11:40 AM
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Speaking of what the Amish charge: my DDIL's parents recently bought a full/double size quilt from the Amish in Indiana, & they paid $1000.00 for it.
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