tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post6789971193045521342..comments2024-02-17T07:56:11.527+11:00Comments on Robyne Melia is Bobby La: SOLD! The Money Is In The Bank This Time!Bobby Lahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10370328648446816338noreply@blogger.comBlogger59125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-73173190415130791472017-01-01T16:39:10.647+11:002017-01-01T16:39:10.647+11:00Wow its so lovely. All those long hours you have p...Wow its so lovely. All those long hours you have put in. I have also done a crazy quilt. When asked if I would sell it, no its a heirloom quilt and also have family photos embroidered into it. Have always wondered what price I would get if I sold it, hehehehehe when asked I have said about half million Rand (South Africa) which is put into dollar terms would be around $14 to R1. Its 250x250 metres in size. I just love embroidery added to my quilts and this one was very special to me as I lost my Mom when I started the embroidery and worked all my loss into it. Thanks for sharing your story with me.Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08897205374744658831noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-16201984352676599462017-01-01T04:25:42.273+11:002017-01-01T04:25:42.273+11:00Robyne! Bravo!!
Your work and this sold crazy quil...Robyne! Bravo!!<br />Your work and this sold crazy quilt have inspired me!<br />I make crazy quilts and have given them away. Silly me!<br />Not anymore.Carli The Quilterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00733894801130646276noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-66233472354434416572015-07-12T23:28:45.618+10:002015-07-12T23:28:45.618+10:00Firstly, your story is still inspiring to me, even...Firstly, your story is still inspiring to me, even when it's a couple of years old by now :-D<br /><br />It is wonderful that there are people in the world who see, understand and appreciate the creative work and education gathered through years of work, experimenting, studies, errors and inventions, building on the collected knowledge and experience of thousands of craftswomen and -men! Fiber crafts are really a wonderful art form and shouldn't be seen as in any way cheaper or "lesser" than "real" art, made with paintbrushes and paint in stead of thread and needles. <br /><br />But I have to admit I'm really jealous :-D I wish I had friends/acquaintances who can afford to pay me a fair price for my work :-)<br /><br />Also... "fair price"... in reality it's not at all a fair price. If it was an oil painting of the same size, no-one would blink an eye to the price. But it's "just women's hobby"... :-( So it makes news. <br /><br />Any way, the best of luck with your further adventures and many productive, creative years to you :-)<br /><br />Hugs,<br />KetKetutarhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17817006362006690145noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-59062169786732196002013-10-25T07:18:02.424+11:002013-10-25T07:18:02.424+11:00It is magnificent! For the amount of time put into...It is magnificent! For the amount of time put into it, and the exquisite stitching, it is worth every penny it sold for! Congratulations. You are unbelievably talented!<br /><br />http://pinterest.com/traderslostart/<br /><br />http://www.flickr.com/photos/11713921@N04/sets/<br />traderslostarthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07895760314927250496noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-33387456080124522202012-05-11T03:06:46.963+10:002012-05-11T03:06:46.963+10:00Saw your masterpiece on Facebook as a link from Ke...Saw your masterpiece on Facebook as a link from Keepsake Quilting. All I can say is WOW Robyne, so glad I got to see and hear about your reward for all your hard work!!!Cyndylouhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17134605896445825969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-41678567031955059692012-03-13T23:53:11.500+11:002012-03-13T23:53:11.500+11:00Your story warms my heart. Well done that woman! (...Your story warms my heart. Well done that woman! (and well done the buyer because it was still a bargain for the amount of work and care gone into it).Featheronawire Sally Bramaldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12724148087746233712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-85936208392106805722011-06-03T19:35:46.070+10:002011-06-03T19:35:46.070+10:00Congratulations to you! the Quilt is stunning and ...Congratulations to you! the Quilt is stunning and I truly hope this piece of Art eventually ends up hanging in a Museum for all to view!!!!!!!<br /><br />Stella in massachusetts in USA.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-60986945330525315472011-04-07T04:54:49.329+10:002011-04-07T04:54:49.329+10:00I'm just viewing this as my Quilting Club memb...I'm just viewing this as my Quilting Club member had suggested our checking it out.<br />CONGRATULATIONS!!! WELL DONE on all accounts. And... congratulations to your Buyer who obviously knows an incredible piece of art, hand done, intense work and full of wonderful hours of viewing pleasure for her and hers'. <br />Compared to prices, a modern clump of clay without form can acquire; who in their right mind can even quibble the price you obtained?<br />You've no need to defend or explain your earnings or what you've used it for. Stop that now and just be darned proud of what is price paid for a quality item at a just price.<br />Hopefully more "women" [usually do this work] will start to raise the bar!<br />An admirer from Oshawa, Ontario, Canada. <br />Brenda J.MooreBrendahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13454563511183423452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-29098393207446503852011-04-05T10:35:35.919+10:002011-04-05T10:35:35.919+10:00You created a piece of art that is priceless!!! C...You created a piece of art that is priceless!!! Congratulations of the same of your work, only $70,000is a mere drop in the bucket compared to what it is really worth! Amazing people do amazing things, they create works of art!<br />Blessings to you!<br /><br />Rolla, Missouri, USAAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-77963736271806279172011-04-05T03:31:35.739+10:002011-04-05T03:31:35.739+10:00Fabulous quilt. Your creativity shines through. Co...Fabulous quilt. Your creativity shines through. Congrats on the sale. You are an inspiration to us all!<br />BJ<br />Sewcrazzyforyou@msn.com<br />http://www.flickr.com/photos/60882932@N06/Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-37097253030197705712011-01-04T08:47:14.131+11:002011-01-04T08:47:14.131+11:00there is beauty in each stitch you made...
i just...there is beauty in each stitch you made...<br /><br />i just came from bangladesh where i saw a beautiful shawl embroidered almost 60 years ago, it was pale pink, an old lady wore it at her wedding...<br /><br />when i saw it i imagined all the women and men stitching everyday...in the centuries.<br /><br />you are one of them <br /><br />there is no price too high for something that make human kind better......https://www.blogger.com/profile/09213596921608624314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-36510392130031523072010-11-22T14:07:05.641+11:002010-11-22T14:07:05.641+11:00How exciting! I'm so delighted with your news!...How exciting! I'm so delighted with your news! Hope the new owner appreciates every stitch you made!Quilter Kathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16870660916547202929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-65547499759457797002010-11-21T20:18:49.982+11:002010-11-21T20:18:49.982+11:00woweee the work and the hours I can only guess at ...woweee the work and the hours I can only guess at - its an amazing quilt and I am so happy for you that you asked for and received a renumeration deserving of this majestic piece of art. CONGRATULATIONS my only sadness is will never see this up close and personal.<br />much love n hugs Bear xoxoxoxoxxoBearhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00096238770410460175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-71246422069645574592010-11-21T13:13:21.839+11:002010-11-21T13:13:21.839+11:00Hi Robyne I have always admired your quilt from th...Hi Robyne I have always admired your quilt from the day I saw it hanging which was at that Craft Exhibition Winterfest in Warburton, July 1997. You may remember that I entered a crazy patchwork quilt into that exhibition which you organized AND I won First Prize (perhaps you were the judge - I don't know!).<br />I still have a copy of the Entry Form and photos of my quilt.<br />Just a little history for you anyway as this is where I got my beginning in the world of CQ and also with your strong influence. Apart from this I just want to say that I am thrilled to bits for you<br />that you have finally been given the recognition that you so deserve<br />and hope your heart is happy with your reward.<br />You can check out my blog to see how my work has advanced since we last met.<br />All the very best to you Robyne.<br />Suzysuziqu's thread workshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01778561122767076015noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-47128512336058308762010-11-20T14:19:34.370+11:002010-11-20T14:19:34.370+11:00spectacular and congratulations on your sale. Such...spectacular and congratulations on your sale. Such a labor of love will only increase in value. beautiful handwork. :)Lilyweeds at Augusta Kent Studiohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06083798515428375362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-52505902477613367402010-11-20T07:25:09.281+11:002010-11-20T07:25:09.281+11:00How beautiful and all that stitching. I know how m...How beautiful and all that stitching. I know how much time goes into a regular quilt. I am glad you got what it was worth because, that person obviously appreciates the time and talent it took to achieve this fantastic quilt.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-19783873707696772792010-11-20T06:42:31.885+11:002010-11-20T06:42:31.885+11:00This gorgeous Object D'Art spent took approxim...This gorgeous Object D'Art spent took approximate 3,000 hours to create. A recent FB discussion centered on measuring the "worth" of your time. Imho, the price justifies the value of the piece of art as reflected from the buyers' interests and not always by the time involved in the making of the item. If you had, instead, spent 6,000 hours on its creation, your cost of labor would have been half the amount per hour, but the price of the item would not change. Neither your excellent "workmanship," nor the value, is any less, nor is it more, because of the time involved. It is what it is. Imo, we may not, therefore, place an emphasis only, or even too strongly, in setting an industry standard of setting the sale price of an item at cost of materials and supplies X 3. Just as in real estate, that type of formula does not leave much room for equity pricing, nor does it allow for the inevitable price increases in "bidding wars" when two clients are interested in one property. Such is life at auctions, as well. I used to advise my clients that the value of a piece of property, (real property or otherwise,) is based on what a buyer is willing to pay for it. Period. I'm thinking the likes of Renoir and Van Gogh might agree, n'est pas? <br /><br />Given all that, Wow! What a gorgeous quilt! Congrats!Debi Rhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03719548555479241580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-36025849497341716342010-11-20T04:08:27.245+11:002010-11-20T04:08:27.245+11:00Congratulations on the sale. Your quilt is absolu...Congratulations on the sale. Your quilt is absolutely gorgeous.Mishkahttp://quiltinggallery.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-49385339918310979782010-11-20T03:47:28.155+11:002010-11-20T03:47:28.155+11:00This is a stunning creation Bobby! It must be so ...This is a stunning creation Bobby! It must be so satisfying to find a buyer that appreciates the time and creativity in this piece. I've found your blog through SuzyQ.Lorrainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03958033427566038393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-55231877012504426262010-11-20T02:47:02.676+11:002010-11-20T02:47:02.676+11:00Needed to come over and add my voice to the chorus...Needed to come over and add my voice to the chorus of Congratulations! I also wanted to say thank you for placing a reasonable value on your hand labor. I have a friend who is an internationally famous wildlife painter. His big oils start around $50,000 and he puts no where near the number of hours in his works as you did in your quilt. To insist that your time is of equal value of more traditional artists and other non-arts experts was a bold and brave thing. Your buyer was wise and generous to recognize that. Yay!Virginiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10811690314497763047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-25190996669596708302010-11-20T02:08:42.920+11:002010-11-20T02:08:42.920+11:00Your quilt is stunning. So many wonderful hand sti...Your quilt is stunning. So many wonderful hand stitches, fabrics, memories. Forgive me for asking, but is that $70,000 in Aussie dollars or around $69,100 US dollars? <br />The buyer was/is one smart lady to have purchased such a lovely work of art. Well done.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-80493493635756592242010-11-20T00:28:18.943+11:002010-11-20T00:28:18.943+11:00Wow, I would be working on another one already for...Wow, I would be working on another one already for that amount of money!!!Ann Marie @ 16 Muddy Feethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18043510561974011878noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-17969785703300429362010-11-19T06:06:56.652+11:002010-11-19T06:06:56.652+11:00Just wandered over from Pin Tangle.
Congratulat...Just wandered over from Pin Tangle. <br /><br />Congratulations not only on the sale, but also on having the fortitude to not sell your time, talent and materials cheap! It's a lovely quilt, and I love the fans in the border!JustGailhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08948391538309176039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-68143290456371356392010-11-17T10:40:58.428+11:002010-11-17T10:40:58.428+11:00Hi Robyne,
I am an editor with an American quilt p...Hi Robyne,<br />I am an editor with an American quilt publication and we'd like to hear more about your quilt. Can you please contact me at mkarr [at] creativecraftsgroup [dot] com if you're interested? Thanks!Mary Katehttp://www.quiltersnewsletter.com/blogs/insideqn/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21900103.post-42699008160159880192010-11-12T10:40:09.831+11:002010-11-12T10:40:09.831+11:00Sound like a fanatic? I think NOT. You sound like ...Sound like a fanatic? I think NOT. You sound like an artist with a value on her work. Kudos to you. I agree, I will give my quilts away rather than sell them for a cheap price. I refuse to work for someone and be paid $1/hour. This is a fantastic quilt. Have you contacted Martingale? APQ? That Patchwork Place? about authoring a book? That's where I would start that journey. Best wishes.Sharonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12037415376456508137noreply@blogger.com