Appraisals

APPRAISALS – PRIVATE CLIENTS

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APPRAISAL DAYS/EVENINGS - SHOPS/ORGANIZATIONS

We appraise antique, newly made and art quilts. Our appraisals are confidential so scheduling an appointment of 20 minutes (one for each quilt) is advised. If there is more than one quilt per owner, we need only 10 minutes per quilt. We can do written appraisals or verbal consultations. Transportation fees may be charged if the venue is over one hour from Columbus.

VERBAL CONSULTATION

• Given to clarify age, determine possible use and care of the quilt.
• No dollar value is usually given.

WRITTEN APPRAISAL

• Given for insurance, donation, or fair market (resale) values.
• History of the quilt from owner is recorded.
• Photographs are taken for our records and that of the owner.
• Quilt is examined in detail for fabric, style, color, pattern, size, quality of construction, quilting description and condition.
• The written appraisal with a photo attached and care and use guidelines are mailed to owner within two weeks to allow us time for needed research.

APPRAISAL DAYS/EVENINGS - FOR YOUR INCOME

Same as above except the charge to your customer is increased to create income for you.

• Verbal consultation - add $2-3 per quilt.
• Written appraisals - add $5 per quilt.

SEWING ROOM APPRAISALS

Don't undervalue what you have. As a professional or a hobbyist, you may have a large investment in your sewing equipment, fabric, thread, and books. Look around and take a minute to estimate how much it would cost to replace your quilting "stuff" ... more than you think (or would like to admit). An appraisal of your sewing room will accomplish several things:

• Help you to organize the contents of the room.
• Provide a professional appraisal that is a legal document for insurance purposes.
• Give a greater appreciation of your "stash" etc...

If you are organized and help by pre-counting small items, 3 hours is very often adequate. Transportation costs will be billed at the current federal rate.