September 21st, 2007
You might wonder how this contest applies to quilters and fabric artists. Do you make quilts and have wondered how to go about earning an income from them? Do you write books and instruction manuals? Do you teach workshops, but want to do more, as well as go on the speaking circuit? Have you thought of opening a fabric […]
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August 11th, 2007
Juggling a quilting business or an outside-the-home job with family presents a challenge to any mom, However, when one has triplets, the challenge may present even more situations to cope with. Although Mary Beth Stevenson, doesn’t have a quilting business, we all might take an example from her if we want something that will enable us to be an […]
By Mary Emma Allen -- 5 comments
July 16th, 2007
If you’re thinking of starting a quilting/fabric arts business, whether solely on the Internet or a shop in your home where customers stop by, it’s a good idea to develop a business plan. Even if you’ve started your quilting business and don’t have a business plan, you could benefit by developing one for future direction and growth. If you’re […]
By Mary Emma Allen -- 2 comments
April 14th, 2007
Are you taking the time to attend to “the little things” when it comes to your quilting or fabric art customers? These would include keeping a file of your customers, getting to know them personally, sending thank you notes, new product notices, how can I help you inquiries?
When I was making quilts and other fabric items for customers and […]
By Mary Emma Allen -- 1 comment
February 4th, 2007
Developing a business plan for your quilting/fabric arts business becomes important …for keeping your own goals before you and for letting the IRS (in the United States) know you’re seriously involved in a business not a hobby making spasmatic earnings. I attended two home business workshops recently. At both the necessity for developing a home […]
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