Quilt Pricing Fundamentals
Quilt tops are typically made from pieces of fabric sewn in a pattern. The most common pricing is by the square inch. Take length and width measurements and multiply to get total square inches. Average prices range 3-15 cents per square inch.
Pricing varies by size, design complexity, materials, and time to make. Quilt tops can range from a few dollars to hundreds of dollars. Focusing on costs and efficiency is important if you want to build a business.
It takes about 25 hours to make a quilt – sewing, quilting, binding, adding sleeve and label. Crazy quilt values depend heavily on condition.
Calculating Quilting Costs
How much should I charge to make a quilt top?
- Take length and width measurements and multiply to get total square inches.
- Average prices range 3-15 cents per square inch.
How much does it cost to make a quilt bat?
- Quilt bats range from $15.00 to $35.00 depending upon size and material.
- Variable size quilts may cost more due to the extra labor.
How much should I charge to make a T-shirt quilt?
- Determine the block size, typically 12” to 16” square blocks.
- One graphic tee can make 2 blocks.
- It takes 10-20 hours for novices.
You’ve priced your quilt, now you want to sell it. A queen size quilt starts around $350 and can go as high as $1,500. Add premium for profit. Quilts should be priced based on the time it takes to make them.
Selling and Scaling Quilt Business
Quilting skills take time to learn. Longarm machines need space. Selling wholesale is simple – shops buy patterns at half price and sell at recommended retail price. Popular outlets to sell digital patterns include Craftsy and Etsy.
To make a quilt costs $110 plus $17 per hour. It takes about 25 hours – sewing, quilting, binding, adding sleeve and label.
Pricing a quilt starts with production costs. Add hours to make then multiply by your wage. Add material costs. Wholesalers pay half retail price. Consider goals when pricing.
Our quilt calculator covers time, wage, materials and profit margin. Customize the formula for your business goals. Value your craft’s skill and time when pricing.