Are you real or a made up character?
I assure you I'm a real person. Rae is my real name. This site represents who I am and my talents.
Are you really a Grandmother?
YES! I've got 6 grandchildren - 4 boys and 2 girls. Some are in New Jersey where I live and some are in Texas.
Do you really make this stuff?
YES! ALL WORK is custom, made to order. I enjoy sewing, both hand and machine sewing. Nothing makes me happier than creating something for someone.
I don't job out my work. When you send me your email request, I'm the one making whatever you requested.
Exceptions to what I just said: My friend Lynn makes the hankie gifts. My friend Sharen makes the lace cards for
the Vintage Handwork site and my friend Clare does the embroidery work.
I found this cute fabric. Will you make me a cat?
Of course! If you have found a fabric in the store that you just love, I'd be happy to use it to make you a cat, or
a Tea Wallet or an apron or whatever you'd like.
I like "X" but will you make it bigger, smaller, taller, wider, with a pocket, without a pocket.....?
YES! I'm happy to make any changes.
In case you are wondering... I purchase a limited amount of each fabric so that I won't be sewing on
the same fabric until my eyes cross with boredom.
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Where is your store?
I don't have a "Bricks & Mortar" store. You can purchase my products online or at the stores that carry them.
Why don't you have Visa or PayPal?
Except for "Are you a real person?" this is the most frequent question.
Frankly, I don't like credit cards. I know they are convenient and easy to use but they can get
a person into a lot of trouble if used without restraint. I made a business decision when I launched this website
to be Old School. Will I change my mind in the future. For now the answer is "No."
Do you have a catalog?
I have a brochure that highlights some of my products. My website is a catalog of my full product line.
How long have you been in business?
2007 was my 5th year in business. It was my 1st year online.
How long does it take you to make a quilt?
Depends on the size and also on the pattern. Baby quilts maybe a few weeks, larger quilt months. Please understand that I don't have these things stocked on my shelf. Each item is made especially for you
once you order it. Also, I tend to work on my quilts, especially the handwork, at night while watching the TV. Patience
is a virtue. Be virtuous!
I like XYZ fabric. Will you sell it to me?
I'm not a fabric store. I use my fabrics to make things for others. If you absolutely, positively can't find the fabric anywhere
else I'll sell you some. Just as long as it won't 'clean me out' of that pattern.
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