*** How to Start a Quilting Business 2

All you need to start a quilting business is the quilting supply necessities and your personal business cards to get the word out about the products. Start by selling to family and friends then expand the business to outside sources. The quilts can be designed to fit any size bed from standard ...All you need to start a quilting business is the quilting supply necessities and your personal business cards to get the word out about the products. Start by selling to family and friends then expand the business to outside sources. The quilts can be designed to fit any size bed from standard to king. They can also be customized to include your favorite photos, newspaper articles, wedding and baby announcements, and more. There are many types of quilting projects to make and sell or give away as gifts, such as the following:

1) Memory quilts - These are quilts with family photos. The quilt can be used on the bed or hang on a wall.

2) Quillows - The quillows make great gifts for children and adults. It is a decorative pillow and a lap quilt combined.

3) Wall hanging - These quilting projects are hinging on walls. The size of the quilt may vary depending on the design. These are great for any room and entryway.

4) Baby quilts - Make great gifts for baby showers.

5) Lap quilts - Lap size quilts can be used year-round to keep warm in the winter while watching TV. You may use it as a focal point for any room and entryway.

For additional information on quilt making, you may attend seminars, read books, and join organizations such as the National Quilting Association. To get information on membership and other fees, you may write to the National Quilting Association, PO Box 12190, Columbus, OH 43212-0190 - Phone: (614) 488-8520

Copyright © 2007, Dr. Mary E. Waters, all rights reserved.

Are you interested in starting a business?

To the new and experienced entrepreneurs, getting help with your small business is very crucial to your success. Getting the right help will cause you to avoid costly mistakes, and it can also help you to save a lot of time, money, and energy. You will need to get the right help to form the legal structure of the business, financial, management, procurement/certification, marketing, pricing products, preparing a business plan, and more. If you are a business owner who is wondering if you can take your business to new heights, contact Dr. Waters at tina.waters@waienterprises.com.