Home Quilter Develops International Business
Most quilters and fabric artists begin in their homes. For some this art remains a hobby. Others develop it into a business that may evolve into sales through markets in their local area, throughout the country, and even internationally.
Rhonda Jordal, of Forest City, IA, owner of Memories and Keepsake Quilts, has rocketed to fame in six years, since she left her full time job to concentrate on making the fashion pins, appliqued garments and pillows that began selling so well. Then, at a friend’s urging, Rhonda added quilts.
Still operating out of the basement of her home, she now designs and writes patterns as well. She is featured in magazines and has an international market.
To learn more about Rhonda and her business, read Local Entrepreneur has gone International in the Forest City Summit Britt News by Mary Loden. I’m sure you’ll be inspired by what Rhonda has accomplished.
What about doing this with your business?
(c)2008 Mary Emma Allen
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4 opinions for Home Quilter Develops International Business
Jean Murray
Jan 31, 2008 at 10:02 pm
Love those Hawkeyes! I think it’s the cold winters here in Iowa that keep us sharp and give us time to create and think. Congratulations to Rhonda!
Mary Emma Allen
Feb 2, 2008 at 9:54 pm
So interesting, Jean. Where do you live in Iowa?
Thanks for stopping by Q & P.
Jean Murray
Feb 3, 2008 at 1:53 pm
I’m in Cedar Rapids. I just went to a Bargello class yesterday. Wow! Intimidating and a lot of work, but I can’t wait to see how it all comes together.
Mary Emma Allen
Feb 9, 2008 at 4:48 pm
Jean, let me know how your Bargello comes along. I should write something about that technique here at Q & P.
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