Sunday, February 1, 2015

Tips On Locating Custom Quilt Makers

By Ines Flores


If you are thinking about investing in a custom made quilt, it can be a little challenging to know where to look especially if you have little experience in the area. Thankfully, there are lots of tips which can help make the process go more smoothly. To follow are some suggestions which can help you to begin your search for custom quilt makers.

You may find it surprising that today many quilt artists and designers have their own websites which are powerful tools for connecting with a buying public. In fact, many of these sites are very sophisticated, enabling buyers to see portfolios, price ranges and even enquire about commissions. Thanks to e-mail it is relatively easy to get in touch with designers from across the country.

One other option for getting information relating to this subject is a magazine which is focused on quilt making. There are many well known examples which can be found at well stocked book stores. This can be a good way to get ideas for your custom made project as well. In addition, many quilting magazines include listings for designers who offer custom made products.

It is worthwhile pointing out that regardless of what kind or product or service you are looking for, it should be your first priority to take steps to protect yourself as a consumer. That means carefully ensuring that vendors, products, payment terms and other details are safe and secure. Make sure that you fully understand the terms of the contract in relation to terms, guarantees and the like.

One other very useful tool which can help you to learn more about local quilt makers is a community or arts center in your area. In fact, many of these venues offer a range of events related to the craft of quilting, from textile shows to sewing classes. As a result, they may have a noticeboard or put out a newsletter with relevant information which can steer you in the right direction.

Do not overlook the variety of retail shops which focus primarily on sewing and quilting. These venues may produce newsletters which offer a range of tips and suggestions which can help you with finding a local custom quilt maker. Furthermore, these shops may have notice boards where you can find relevant information and advertisements. Some retail shops regularly host classes which provide the opportunity to get to know like minded people in your area. These types of classes often draw sewers at a variety of skill levels from beginners to advanced.

Needless to say, the World Wide Web is still a very powerful engine for research, and taking advantage of it certainly makes sense. In fact, online, you can find many sites and blogs which focus just on the topic of quilts and quilt making. They cover every topic from materials and tools to custom commissions.

For more handy tips on this topic, you may wish to check out your local book store or library. Many include suggestions relating to this topic and you may even feel inspired to try your hand at quilt making. Finding the right item for you can be a challenge but the search can be very enjoyable, especially if you love quilts.




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