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08-19-2011, 05:34 PM

#131

tatavw01

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where do i sign

08-19-2011, 06:39 PM

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jojosnana

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I hope it works out for you. I would certainly take the advice from those who offered it.

08-19-2011, 08:38 PM

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SunlitenSmiles

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This is an art quilt, a piece of art. He obviously realized that you are an artist. You need to remember that you are an artist. A fabric interpretation of anothers original art can be ok for personal use but iffy to sell. That said, pick your subjects carefully - your art work is awsome. I drink to your success- hear, hear, a toast, (wine) to your success.

08-20-2011, 12:47 AM

#134

Gulliver

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Please consult a lawyer. It may cost you a bit, but it will also protect you. Good luck.

08-20-2011, 03:40 AM

#135

My time

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Quote:

Originally Posted by jbud2

But if he expected a quilt every time from you like the one you made for the baby (your avatar), would that wear you out? I don't know what other quilts you have done but this baby quilt is magnificent! I couldn't do that!!

This is a good point because that quilt was a great deal of work. If he is serious about his offer I think this could be a good opportunity. Good luck and keep in touch.

08-20-2011, 04:29 AM

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Greenheron

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Are you sure this wasn't just an extravagant compliment like the people who suggest a great cook open a restaurant? Despite the cost of materials these days, the greater investments required in high quality quilt production are time and expertise.

08-20-2011, 05:14 PM

#137

Winkee

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It could be a great thing, I would try it.

08-20-2011, 07:20 PM

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quiltingcandy

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A friend of mine was a wonderful seamstress, she sewed for her daughters and made various items to sell at craft shows. I asked her once why she didn't do it to make some extra money and she thought it would take the fun out of her hobby. So I would let him know that once it is no longer fun that you would stop.

08-20-2011, 09:19 PM

#139

ladyredhawk

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i would have three of them done by now lol

08-21-2011, 12:14 PM

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butterflywing

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Jingle

Sounds like a great idea to me. Don't expect to get paid for your time, since you would probably be making quilts anyway. If you get too greedy it won't work.

if she isn't being paid for her time, what is she being paid for?
he's being paid for his investment and she's being paid for her labor which takes her own time.

edit: expecting to make money for your own work is not greedy.
expecting to not make money for your own work is self-defeating.
we're worth more than nothing.