So, Do You Sell Your Quilts? A Conversation with Marianne Fons
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- Опубліковано 9 вер 2014
- www.qnntv.com: What is a quilt worth, monetarily speaking? Do quilters sell quilts? Why or why not? See what Mary and special guest Marianne Fons have to say about these questions. For more fantastic quilting ideas pick up Quilty the magazine, visit www.HeyQuilty.com or watch Quilty Season 2 on DVD!
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Anyone else admiring that gorgeous quilt in the background? Wow!
yes it makes me want one.
Gorgeous background-!!
M McGough yes...stunning..beautiful colors
Many years ago I bought a beautiful, stunning, quilt, from the Amish in Lancaster County PA. Totally hand made and just stunning. It cost me a FORTUNE ... but totally worth every penny. I love and enjoy it so much. Even with what I paid for it, I cannot imagine the individual truly made a ton of money off it. It is hard to sell hand made products for anywhere near value.
Ramona
Burlington ON Canada
+Ramona Strojevs
Mine fits my Queen size bed, so a very good size quilt. I truly look at this as a piece of artwork.
These two are so precious. If Anytime they’re together, drop what you’re doing and join up to catch and make your own lots of fun- Oh Yes, a gorgeous grand quilt too. Marianne and her friend and partner Liz helped me over the years; to see Mary and Marianne doing these together coddles my heart and soul. Sewing has really helped me, “Move Forward.”
Love seeing Marianne in in this episode. I used to watch the Fons & Porter quilting show on PBS 20+ years ago. Man, that takes me back in time but what a great time it was back then when I was learning how to quilt!
Quilting is truly a labor of love. I do it for family. I love each quilt and hate to let it go. Also, Quilting is an expensive hobby, but I love it.
I quilt & I also crochet ,,& my witty come back when someone asks how much I would charge is "you can't afford me" lol,, non crafters don't understand the costs & time commitment it takes to handmake something. Which is why I only give things to those I love as well,,=},, TFS,,=}
Zi really enjoy you girls
I get something similar! My knit scarves with worsted weight yarn starts at $15. The thicker the yarn price goes up to $20.
@Magami's Treasures. You are being so kind when you use the word "Understand". I dare say they don't really care. As long as they think they are getting a bargain. They don't care what it took to get it. As long as they reap the benefits from you. This is basic human nature.
6:38 lol. I say the same thing. 🥰 you are AWESOME 💙🐝💙
They are a labor of love for sure! I am in love with the quilt on your back wall. The colors just make you happy.
I just started quilting recently and I had NO IDEA how much time, effort and material went into one quilt. I'll have to come up with a way to fund my quilting addiction. I'm pretty sure my husband won't want to take in a third job. 😁😂
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ABSOLUTELY! Thank you this was very informative and I am glad you put this together for the viewers.
I have had people give me lovely quilt shop gift certificates as a thank you after I've made them a quilt... that was a lovely way to say thank you!
Shannan Sabby I absolutely love this idea! Often times when I give quilts people want a way to say thank you, usually all I accept is a home cooked meal with them.. but a gift certificate to buy more supplies would be amazing!
I knew I was right!!! Thank you for confirmation on the pricing. I talked this over with my husband. I told him I had these thoughts and that a real quilt is worth this much or more, depending on a lot of things. I quilt as well. I've invested almost 3 years in this love of mine and every one I make, they just keep getting better and better. I think I have a good eye for putting fabrics together and colors and designs, and as i said, i keep refining this skill. thank you ladies for this video. God bless!
This was so HELPFUL to hear...thank you!!
This conversation is very important.Thank you
We as quilters can understand the value of the quilts we make, more so now after watching this video. However, many recipients of our quilts do not understand/appreciate the value of them, the time and love that had gone into making them. I have made many quilts for family members just to learn a few years after giving it to them that they had either given it away, sold it at a rummage sale (that one broke my heart), or it's tucked away in storage somewhere.
I have since learned to only give my quilts to those who understand, know, and appreciate just what goes into making a quilt from start to finish and that the quilt they will be receiving is truly a one of a kind, even if I made five of the same quilt, no two are ever going to be alike. I have always too, quilted my quilt label onto the back of my quilts (I never hand sew them on) so I guess the new recipients of the quilts that have been given away or sold have information on maker, designer, year, and quilt name. That's comforting to know in case one day they might be on the antique roadshow...LOL
Candee Rose heartbreaking
OMG--I was just asked, for the very first time, if I would sell a wall hanging I was making; what a compliment, hey? So of course, I said yes...and before I knew it, out popped, "Oh, I guess I'd have to have at least $150." Then my (professional longarmer) friend sent me this video...and also told me I'd probably seriously underpriced myself. Oh well...lesson learned, I guess. But the woman who's buying it is also a friend, and I would've probably given it to her anyway (even though I wanted it for myself!!). In the end, I suppose I consider it a win-win....I earn a bit of $$, but even more, a very nice compliment to my novice skills as a quilter. (This is only my 9th quilt.) But your video was extremely enlightening--thanks very much. I've always suspected we're all underpricing ourselves, almost all the time.
Barbara Robinson t
two amazing ladies,, they supply joy and beauty to an otherwise grim world ,,,my prayers to you both
Thank you for sharing this information about pricing the quilts. I make baby quilts with cross stitching, & people tell me they're expansive!
Love you and your Mom. Thanks. 🇨🇦
Great information ladies! I often thought of that stuff too. I'm new to the art of quilting, peicing, but I'm an an experienced crocheter. I get asked the same thing by non-crochers alike. It is or can be expensive. I've made king sized bed spreads! So I get what you are saying!
this is so true. I have made quilts as gifts but find it would be too expensive to sell ...
A local clothing resale shop near me has a separate section where talented crafters who are retired can sell their items, including woodworking, quilts and yarn creations to supplement their income. I've seen some great quilts there, and had some nice conversations with the volunteers/artists themselves.
How about 2024 😂they need to revisit the same questions
I always love watching these two fabulous ladies in action. I am like a sponge just soaking up all the information that I can. The quilt in the background is beautiful. What is it called and is there an available pattern for purchase?
Love, love, LOVE the Kaffe Fassett fabric quilt behind you! Do you publish a pattern for it? Thanks for the great videos!
I completely agree about charging for labor! I add in bus fare and use of knitting needles/crochet hook depending if I'm doing scarves, potholders or afghans. Yet with my pot holders, I need to iron them flat and hand sew the interweaving piece for the center and crochet around the outer edge. (I use 6-pack plastic rings for pot holders)
I just Love the quilt hanging behind you, sooo beautiful.
GREAT conversation!
Diana Alexander
Another good source for finding quality quilts that are actually made in America by people who love their craft, is through the Amish/Mennonite market in Lancaster, PA. These women work in groups to make beautiful quilts as well as custom ones that are strictly for sale to help bring money to their families and communities. They can keep the costs down by buying large amounts of the same solid fabrics, and working as a team to produce quilts fast. They are also world-renowned for their hand quilting expertise (8-12 stitches per inch!!) and their classic geometric style. The price range is around $1,000-2,000 on average, depending on the intricacy, popularity and size. It's a wonderful way to own a well-made, beautiful quilt while supporting a deserving community of people.
Bailey Tenerovich a
Do you have a pattern of the quilt in the background?
OMG! The quilt just behind you both, did you do a video/tutorial to do it or can you do one?? My mouth is still open!! It’s marvellous!
I'm pretty sure that is a Kaffe Fassett quilt design, and his fabrics as well. His book has this pattern in it.
When asked how much a quilt like that would cost, Cozy Cabins I can't remember the pattern Creator, I know it had over 3,200 pieces with a double flying geese border. It was about 100 in by 100 in or so. I told him I have about 80 to 100 hours in the quilt, that included the quilting plus about $300 in fabric. I said how much do you make a week over there at the factory? He made a funny face and said " Oh!"
At TV, there was an quilting artist in Montreal who gave a quilt (the quilt was paid by the TV channel!!!) and it’s 5-6 years ago and she sold her quilt to TV channel for 3,500$. So, I think that put it more 4,500$-5,000$ this year!! For your qualities!
Thank you for sharing. L :)
I use a draft Notebook to write down everything I buy or make
I speed $160.00 in material...just for my top ..of a quilt....not counting a flannel backing and the batting ..I usually make queen or kings..I have my quilts professionally quilted..that cost approximately $200.00 that price usually includes my batting..so now we are at $360.00.. -and I’ve not added thread....then I want at least $150.00 or more for my time.. it depends on the difficulty of the quilt pattern..so $360.00 plus $150.00 = $510.00.. many people look at you like your nuts..I can buy a quilt for 50 60 bucks at Walmart....and I say politely..then do it..you can wash my quilts 10 15 times and it won’t fall apart..try doing that to a Walmart quilt......anyone that sews knows the cost of supplies and your time..
That's $3000 before profits too
people do not understand the difference between quality fabric and other fabric... That my big thing, if they want it to last its about the care and the quality of the fabric. When some one wants me to make a quilt I have to explain the fabric and have them understand what goes on with the process, Then the tread that is needed..
Do you insure your quilts? If so do you have to have them appraised?
So beautiful.
Don't forget to include the cost of all your threads and needles. They're very expensive as well.
I'm building skill to be able to sell quilts but not one's that contain 200 pieces like they were talking about. I need to recoop money for thread and batting to be able to make more quilts. Quilts don't appeal to my husband so I don't have many in my home.
LindieLee As a fellow quilter i'd really encourage you to think hard about the choice to sell your quilts. Unless your buying in bulk, making incredibly simple designs and have a second income. Selling quilts is rarely cost effective, you will almost always put more into it than you get out. That is unless your a professional. And honestly just google search it or look at Pinterest, the market is already flooded with simple baby quilts for sale that are seriously undervalued. It just doesn't make sense. Use them as gifts or save them for heirlooms. Especially as a beginner.. you won't even recover your costs. If anything, donate them to a good cause like a local hospital or orphanage :)
I want to make a quilt but the rulers and all that is really expensive I tried to make a pin wheel block but it was all uneven 😕
Do u know were I can buy a ruler for a cheap price
+Shimmering Polish Try Connecting Threads. Also Craftsy has great sales often.
I've bought most all of my rulers from Amazon, MSQC, a few on ebay, and several from JoAnn or Hobby Lobby with their coupons, have never paid full price for any of them. I have also seen reasonable prices at 1 quilt store I visited. I have templates I have NEVER used but thought I would need. Really you only need a long ruler 6 x 24, a short one 6 x 12 and a few square ones. I frequently use my 12 x 12, 4 x 4, and 2 1/2 by 2 1/2. You can make pretty much anything with these. Don't let cost discourage you. Take your time and look for tools at the price you can pay.
Tracy La Rue that's very helpful, thanks.
Shimmering Polish My very first quilt was made with fabric from a Salvation Army, pair of scissors, pencil, and a yard stick. You can totally make a patchwork style quilt with these supplies. Just start simple and build on your skill set, don't fall into the trap or unnecessary supplies!! Once you get good at the basics, start buying tools one at a time as you find a need for them. Start with a cutting mat, rotary cutter and a long rectangular ruler around 25x8, and that's literally all you need to make 75% of the standard blocks out there. Using basic supplies in the beginning will make you a much more skillful quilter in the long run ;)
Some of these things that I really wanted and then went on line to purchase I had to take a deep deep breath and say no, not paying that kind of prices. So what I do have are mostly from Amazon and only 2 from MSQC. Hobby Lobby I love because of the 40% off everyday.
Is that a Kaffe Fassett hanging on the wall behind you?
+Allie Shepherd Looks like it to me. The folks never reply to their youtube videos.
Blog about quilt: domesticgoddesscanada.com/kaffe-fassett-bordered-diamonds-quilt/
I hand quilt mine
Even charging minimum wage for time put into a knitted blanket or quilt is pricey! I can't imagine anyone would want to buy anything I make if I charge for supplies and the hours of skilled work I put in.
I missed spelled cathedral on my nessage. SORRY
I may ramble a bit while writing. 1) I make the quilt top, cost of fabric is $100.00, "my time" is 12 hrs and it's a queen size. 2) I call a long arm quilter that lives in the next town. 3) I ask price for the quilting and I supply quilt top, pantogram (sp), batting & backing. 4) the quilter says $300.00 and will have it completed except for the binding in 2 days. 5) my thought is "YOU ARE CRAZY". 6) I have done all the hard work, supplied everything except the thread and she wants $300.00. I don't begrudge anyone making a living but that is ripping the person that has really done all the hard work. 7) OH!! The quilter's long arm is that all she has to do is put it on the machine, program it and can go about doing other things while the machine is doing the work. This came from the Quilter herself. 8) So I say to myself & spouse I am going to do my own quilting except for the Queen & King sizes. I have since found a nice lady that does quilting and will do my Queen's for 75.00 & Kings for 125.00, even though she doesn't own a long arm. She does all her quilting free motion. It does take her longer, she said sometimes it might be 3-5 weeks to get done. She furnishes the batting! I don't care about the time frame because I am either making the quilt for family members or close friends.
Anne Trenary The thing is the longarmer has to try to recoup the cost of the machine and wear and tear and maintenance etc.
It truly urks me when someone asks. "Do you sell your quilts?" Then you have to explain the cost. All that is involved. Even, after all this, people still have the gall to think. They are going to get a quilt from me, dirt cheap? Yeah right. Sorry, but then truthfully......not sorry.
This is not for regular people!! Only for the rich!
So basically you have to have money in order to make quilts as your hobby and zero money making. So just get broke as you struggle to find the means to purchase all materials needed to complete a quilt.