Meet Maryanne Dixon from Quiltsforu2
What inspired you to begin a shop featuring your own designs?
Family,
friends had encouraged me to open a shop. I had been quilting for 35+
years, had repeatedly been asked to offer classes on quilting and had
made dozens of quilts -- my house is filled with quilts (LOL)...you
need to move quilts in order to even sit down.
How long have you been practicing your art/craft?
Been quilting for 35 years
What training have you had or are you self-taught?
Taught by my grandmother who hand quilted and won numerous blue ribbons for her quilts at the age of 11
What is your favorite material to craft with?
Cotton fabric and I love to applique
What has been the hardest aspect of creating a hobby into a business?
The
hardest thing has been to balance growing my business and work/life
balance. I also work part time as a nurse -- so finding the balance but
also growing the business so that I can eventually retire
Any advice for other Etsy sellers?
I
have been overwhelmed with the number of custom requests. I find that
many people are most interested in something totally customizable. I
would recommend if able to -- to encourage this aspect
What do you enjoy doing in your off time?
Off time I enjoy cycling (bicycling) and traveling to foreign countries (on my bicycle)
Describe a typical day in your life...
A
typical day varies depending on whether I am working as a nurse (M-W)
or as a quilter. Assuming a quilter -- I wake up and start immediately
to cut, piece or sew. I typically stop sewing/quilting around 4PM to
allow me time to either go shopping (I do it typically in the late
afternoon/evening) and I typically do my hand sewing and shipping in the
evening -- while watching TV
Where can we find your products online?
My products are all available via my website (on Etsy) at QUiltsforu2
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