mrsbishwit Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 I just got a $20 tip from a customer :cool: I have gotten $5 ones before but never a $20 & get this her bill was only $50 so that's a 40% tip! Boy I love my job What was the best tip that you got? Please share. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramona-quilter Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 LOL, the first time I got a tip, I gave it back. Hey, I'm not a waitress. Dumb, huh? I got over it and now tips are alwasy welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 Joann that is wonderful! Linda don't ever give them tips back! I'm sure it was well deserved! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferret Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 I don't often get tips, it isn't done in the UK, but one customer gave me enough to buy a fancy T-shirt I had been after for ages, I guess it was about 25 pounds. What made it really special was I got to wear it to collect my awards at the Festival of Quilts last year, so it's really special to both of us. Ferret Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary Beth Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 The only tip I have ever recieved was, "Don't spit into the wind." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsbishwit Posted February 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 Another customer just picked up her quilt and gave me a $10 tip plus a plate of baked goodies for my kids! I have a lot of appointments today (8 quilt pick ups & 1 quilt drop off). I have been quilting 12-14 quilts per week for the past month, trying to clear my schedule. I have to have a hysterectomy (surgery) either next week (if my Doc can fit me in or soon there after). Will know exactly which day when I go back to see her on Friday. Anyways my customers are the greatest! I can't believe I got 2 tips and gooies in one day 3 more customers left for the day, 1 is a drop off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ffq-lar Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 Joann--wow, you are superwoman to get that many done so fast!! I bow to you! Warm wishes for great Docs and a quick recover from your surgery. The biggest tip I ever got was a nice $20 Starbucks card and a bunch of tulips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koala-T Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 4 years ago I was asked to make a quilt by a bride. It was to be a gift for her parents, her way of thanking them for all they had done for her and for her wedding. We decided on a Log Cabin with photos in the center. This was before I had the longarm and did my quilting for a hobby. I met the bride-to-be at the LQS, I had designed the quilt in EQ5, so she knew fabric amounts needed. She bought the fabric for the top and backing. (Her fiance told her to spend whatever she needed for this) As I had not done a Log Cabin before, I told her I would charge her minimal for this. (I know her parents and they are the sweetest people I know) For me, it was a learning process and I loved it!! When she and her sister came to pick it up, I only charged her $50 to cover my costs and a little on the time. I know, it didn't cover it all but I was happy with it and that is what mattered. Well, the girls whispered together and the B2B asked if she could give me a tip. I told her it was not neccessary and she said she wanted to. Imagine my shock when she hands me a check for $200!!! I told her "honey, that is way more than a tip". She said, "yes, but I know what goes into making these". She was only 24 and she "gets it". Both those girls are sweethearts, they take after their parents. They gave the quilt to her parents at the rehearsal dinner and she made her dad cry. What better compliment can you get then that? No tips since then, but no tip will equal that one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 Holly cow Joann are you sleeping on your machine?! I can't even imagine getting that many done in a week. Sure hope the surgery goes well! I've had a hysterectomy and it was a pretty easy surgery for me. I hope yours goes as well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoleneK Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 Joann - you go girl! Your customers really value your quilting. Its great even in these "hard times" people still show their appreciation in the form of cash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsbishwit Posted February 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 Yes I do get some sleep, lol & no not on my machines table. I have been doing 2-3 quilts a day, depending on their size. These have been the snow bird quilts and they need them by mid march or April before they go back home (which will be my recovery time after surgery) I plan on taking 8 weeks off of quiting customer quilts to really heal properly. My mom had a hysterectomy in her 40's and she started doing too much too soon and hemoraged & almost died, so I am not taking any chances The reason for my surgery is because of all of my pregnancies (I had 4 and the last one ended up being twins) My babies were all in the 8 lb range and the twins were each in the 6 lb range and still 1 month early. It really did a number on my uterus On the bright side no more dealing with "That time of the month" I probably could have waited until summer for the surgery but didn't want to have to recover when the kids were home from school for the summer...there would be no rest for sure. LOL Anyways all of these quilts are part of my special that I am running because of the ecconomy so they are all easy meanderings, mostly lap - full size quilts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starla Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 Take it easy and allow your family to take care of you. Best of luck Starla Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 $100, yep that was great and right around Christmas time. Corey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoryJM Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 Kelly, what a great story and a wonderful tip! I love that the dad cried--I bet the girls loved it too. It will always make for a special memory. Joann, take good care of yourself and heal quickly!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudyLynn Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 Kelly, that is a great story. Isn't it nice when someone really appreciates what you do, and such a nice feeling when you share your talent with others in your own special way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferret Posted February 24, 2009 Report Share Posted February 24, 2009 it's nice to be discussing the great customers too, rather than the difficult ones getting all the press. These good guys really do make it all so worthwhile. Ferret Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandra Darlington Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 Joann, I hope all goes well with your surgery and that you have a speedy recovery. Kelly, What a great story! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsbishwit Posted February 25, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 Kelly, you definately have the best tip story! And well deserved. I bet the parents still treasure that quilt. Thanks all for your well wishes concerning my upcomming surgery. I am planning to take it easy no housework for at least 4 weeks...already told my oldest (she's 18) that she will be in charge of meals & laundry, the other kids 14, 12, and the 9 year old twins and of course DH all will pick up the rest of the slack. As far as any pain or discomfort after surgery, well that's what pain meds are for Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helen G Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 My very first customer quilt came with a $20. tip, it was so encouraging because I was shaking in my boots about this beautiful quilt that I was scared to put the needle into. The customer sent me a thankyou card with a cheque and the tip......it really was what I needed to keep me motivated.l Helen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmoore1223 Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 I got a $2 tip, does that count? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matildanme Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 I received a beautiful bunch of roses last week, and a bottle of homemade plum sauce the week before. Very lucky me thinks Wishing you all the best on your surgery Joann. Try to enjoy your recovery, it's time you get a little pampering.......let the family run after you while you mend. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadows4 Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 Joann: Hope everything goes well! I made a tshirt quilt for a lady at my church, before I had my LA. I charged her $210 and she gave me $350. I think she knew that I had undercharged her, plus she's VERY well off, and very nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindasewsit Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 I got to keep the change once!:D linda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtnBarb Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 I did a simple large meander for a friend at Christmas and didn't charge her because it didn't take more than an hour to do. So...she called me up one day and said she was taking me to lunch and shopping as a way to say thanks. By the time we got home (after a wonderful and fun day), I'm sure she spent way more than what it would have cost to quilt the quilt and any tip she might want to give. I loved that tip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jhend Posted February 25, 2009 Report Share Posted February 25, 2009 Kelly, Your story put a lump in my throat. How sweet. Joann, Good luck with your surgery and take the time to relax. Don't over do even if you think you feel good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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