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10-16-2013, 05:53 AM

#21

Grace MooreLinker

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Join Date: Dec 2010

Location: Oregon

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Yes 50% down is only fair. I got taken by not asking for a deposit, made a beautiful queen size quilt for a gal, when it was done her comment was"I don't remember requesting that quilt"??

10-16-2013, 09:17 AM

#22

Jingle

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Join Date: Dec 2009

Location: Outside St. Louis

Posts: 38,227

Quote:

Originally Posted by DOTTYMO

I must be really cheeky. If someone wants me to make so etching we mull over a pattern . Then they go and purchase fabric from my friends quilt shop and I sew for the cost of so many classes in the shop. Works great for me as I get free weeks.

This is a good system. If you both agree, then it is perfect for you. Much better than dealing with money.

10-16-2013, 01:05 PM

#23

madamekelly

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Join Date: Jul 2010

Location: Central Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA

Posts: 7,695

I would at least charge the cost of the fabric as deposit if not more. Fabric isn't free and too precious now to waste on a cancelled order.

10-16-2013, 05:19 PM

#24

kathyd

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Join Date: Jan 2008

Location: Illinois

Posts: 909

My DH does woodcarvings and always asks for 50% down, especially if it is in anyway name specific for a customer. He has never had problems with people not wanting to put money down.

10-16-2013, 05:58 PM

#25

katesnanna

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Join Date: Aug 2010

Location: Brisbane, Australia

Posts: 3,453

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Originally Posted by Jan in VA

I make many commissioned quilts, always with a deposit to cover the cost of the materials -- fabric, batting, thread, and extras, up front.
I also use a contract signed by both of us, stating the object to be made, the design, the quilting design, the fabrics and batting to be used, the approximate length of time the work will take, and when the final amount will be paid before the quilt is delivered.
Years and years ago I was told by a business owner/mentor: "Business is business and friendship is bulls---." I knew what he meant, not in a bad way, and have tried to conduct most business decisions under this premise since.

Jan in VA

As always Jan good solid down to earth advice. Always look for your replies.