Quilts and blankets made from home are beautiful.
This has become a lost art.
Every once in a while you will come across a grandmother who loves to make these for her grandchildren.
In today's financial turn around this can be a great skill to pick up and make some extra money for your family.
It is easy to get started.
First, it would be good to pick up some quilt making books or information.
You can begin to get familiar with the quilt making world and process.
You will begin to pick up on the wording and terminology used.
It would be even better if you have a "grandmother" that can show you the ropes.
You can find quite a bit of information on the internet.
There are many different ways of quilt making and techniques you can use and they are constantly changing and new technology is always coming up.
For instance they is a new tool called a rotary cutter which makes cutting your squares and patterns much easier and faster.
This is something you want to take note of.
Anything that will make your work/business more streamline and less stressful is a definite plus.
The easier and faster it is, the more quilts you can produce, which means more money in your pocket.
The fabrics and designs that you can choose from are many and varying.
We all would love to think that our "style" is the best.
But when you are looking at quilt making as a means of making money, you want to be open to others likes and dislikes, their "style".
Keep an eye out for current trends.
Maybe even what the most popular sporting teams are and what would be appealing to that type of audience.
Also the time of year.
Certain fabrics and themes do best at certain times or event during the year.
Use your imagination and do not be afraid to try new things.
Now no matter how good you are at quilt making, if no one ever sees your work, you will not be able to sell your product.
A good way to get your creations out there is to use them yourself.
Taking them with you to different events, in doors and out doors.
Use them to cover your legs if you are cold.
Or for a picnic.
Others are sure to see your work and compliment you and even ask where you got your quilt.
This is an excellent opening to let them know that you make and sell quits.
Have some simple cards made up and always available when someone asks.
Or leave them where ever you are, restaurants, cleaners, even shopping.
You will be surprised of the number of places you can find to drum up some potential business.
Online advertising is great too.
There are many different free advertising sites.
Again, go online and do a search for them.
You will have your pick.
Being successful at making and selling quilts is definitely possible.
It is up to you to be consistent and decide that this is what you want to do.
It will start off slow but your hard work and dedication will pay off.
To your success!