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Invitation for Quilters, Fiber Artists,
Mixed Media Artists and Creative Women Entrepreneurs

 

 

Are you ready to learn how to turn your passion at quilting, fiber arts or creative crafts into a profitable business and don't know where to start?

• Isn't it time you put the effort into making your business a business rather than just a hobby?

 


From the studio of Morna McEver Golletz
Maryland, USA

Hello Creative Women:

We're ready to celebrate our second anniversary as the International Association of Professional Quilters with a big discount. I'm thrilled with the response I've gotten from so many members about how their businesses have grown with the benefits we offer, and I want to share this opportunity for you to craft business success, too.

Throughout the month of September, we're rolling back our prices and we're adding some bonuses. Since this is the start of our third year we are taking $40 off our annual membership dues through Sept, 23 at noon only. Yes, that makes it $99.

For the remainder of the month, the discount is $30. And, we're adding 3 big bonuses: your chance at an Elna OpalPress and a big box of Aurufil Thread, plus the Summer issue of The Professional Quilter. Just use the word SAVEBIG in the offer code when you check out.

Here's what your membership includes:

* The Professional Quilter, our quarterly business journal, filled with articles that are how-to and action-oriented to make an impact on your business growth. The business journal is mailed to you in January, April, July and October.

* The PQ Café Business Series, a monthly teleclass with guest experts both inside and outside our industry to educate and empower you to create a successful business. You will have access to the recordings on your personal member page.

* The PQ Café Virtual Coffee Break, a monthly Q&A session with 30-year quilt-industry business owner Morna McEver Golletz and other IAPQ members.

* A custom-designed lapel pin.

* Complimentary legal consultation with an Intellectual Property Attorney.

* Complimentary 50-word ad in The Professional Quilter or ProfessionalQuilterOnline, which goes to 8,000 readers

* Use of our logo for credibility to indicate your membership in a professional association.

* Preferential placement on our Partners' Page

* Discount on web hosting services and more

Read more about our benefits here.

 

Take advantage of our offer and join today.

Join IAPQ Today

 

 

Curious about the results our members are getting?

 

"All the benefits of IAPQ have helped me increase business income about 30%."

"I had been subscribing to The Professional Quilter magazine for a number of years before IAPQ was formed, so when the invitation came to join I decided to give it a try. While the magazine had certainly provided me with an abundance of useful business information, all the benefits of IAPQ have helped me increase business income about 30%. Tips on brand creation and focusing on benefits to customers, as well as having an organized sales plan has made our last two Quilt Markets our best ever with a nearly 50% increase in the number of orders written at market. As a result of practicing timely follow up suggestions learned from IAPQ, I have gained a 30% increase in after Market reorders. Promoting the benefits of our Build Your Own trunk shows, resulted in nearly triple the number of trunk shows booked at Market. I haven't begun to tap into nearly all the IAPQ benefits, but I can say from experience, this is a very helpful association to belong to, answering your quilting business questions with expert advice.

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Laura Estes, Laura's Sage Country Quilts, http://www.laurassagecountryquilts.com/

 

"My sales during the 1st half of my 2nd year were equal to all of my sales in my 1st year."

"Before joining the International Association of Professional Quilters, I had a lot of questions about the business of being a professional quilter. With the membership I received insight and advice on various aspects via the café meetings and industry expert conference calls and as a result, I have
set clear goals and have seen my business grow. My sales during the 1st half of my 2nd year were equal to all of my sales in my 1st year. 
My advice for those thinking of joining is to take advantage of all the resources available to you through IAPQ. Here you the opportunity to tap into the minds of experts and it gives you an instant network with others who just might be the connection you need to take your business to the next level."
Marlene Oddie, KISSed Quilts, http://www.kissedquilts.com/

 

"Membership Bestows Credibility."

The minute I heard about the International Association of Professional Quilters I knew I would join. Membership bestows credibility. Being a member is a signal both to myself and the industry that I treat quilting as business and not a hobby. As a teacher, author and the sole-distributor of TAP (Transfer Artist Paper), I find the information packed Professional Quilter, tele-classes, support and services IAPQ provides invaluable in maintaining and growing my business. (And the membership pin is really gorgeous)."  
Lesley Riley, Artist Succes, http://www.lesleyriley.com

 

"After joining with IAPQ I was receiving more hits on my website."


I was not getting enough exposure when I started 8 years ago with my long arm quilting for customers. After joining with IAPQ I was receiving more hits. Just having the contact with new business ideas I was able to give my customers what they are looking for in longarm services. The public contact is up and I am getting better business ideas to expand my business knowledge. To do better for my customers and for myself. Thanks keep up the good work and keep this type of help out there." 
Lynette Ruta, Stitched Art, http://stitched-art.ca

 

"This value added feature of membership has given me great credibility and sets me apart as a professional in the quilting business."

"This is my second year of membership with the International Association of Professional Quilters. I am very proud to display the member logo on my website.  This value added feature of membership has given me great credibility and sets me apart as a professional in the quilting business. As a result, my long arm quilting business has grown steadily in the past year. The magazine is loaded with articles that keep me up to date with the most recent trends and business information. One low price for so many benefits is a fantastic value!"
Beth Cardozo, Willow's Charm Quilting Studio, http://www.willowscharm.com

 

"I knew that Morna would provide quality opportunities to help me develop and grow as a textile artist and business owner."


"I have been a subscriber to Professional Quilter since 2004, and when Morna developed the International Association of Professional Quilters (IAPQ), I joined immediately. I knew that Morna would provide quality opportunities to help me develop and grow as a textile artist and business owner. I have continued to find value in the Professional Quilter journal and monthly calls featuring other quilt business professionals. I hope to be able to participate more often in the IAPQ coffee break discussions as well as take advantage of the other benefits offered by IAPQ in the years to come."
Jean M. Judd, Sisters in Stitches, http://www.jeanjudd.com

 

"The International Association of Professional Quilters keeps me up-to-date on what's happening in the industry on a professional level."


I started my pattern design company and fabric shop based on my passion for sewing. I quickly realized that in order to be a viable business I needed skills and knowledge to make my business profitable. The International Association of Professional Quilters keeps me up-to-date on what's happening in the industry on a professional level. I especially like the in-depth business profiles of successful women in the industry, they are inspiring and chock full of wisdom. I also utilize the downloadable seminars and classes to further my business education. I like being able to access those at any time of the day or night!
Kathy Mack, Pink Chalk Studio, http://www.pinkchalkfabrics.com/

 

"The price of IAQP membership is a bargain."


"When I got the invitation to join IAQP, I didn't think twice. I took Morna's Boost Your Quilt Business Profits with Internet Marketing in July, and it was fantastic. Morna helped me understand the importance of putting my blog posts and customer newsletters on a regular schedule - and it works! Our site traffic has doubled and the number of unique visitors is up by 35% - with the bulk of the visits on our blog. In my opinion, the price of IAQP membership is a bargain - it's less than the cost of the Internet Marketing class. I'm very excited about getting the magazine, the guest interviews, and the coffee sessions at a single price. Now I don't have to 'decide' each time she has a session I'd like to attend."  
Shelly Stokes, Cedar Canyon Textiles, www.cedarcanyontextiles.com

 

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What about the bonuses?

 

 

Bonus #1:  All new and renewing members are entered in a drawing to win an Elnapress Opal. The Elnapress Opal will literally cut your ironing time in half and take the drudgery out of ironing. With its large heating shoe (62 x 25 cm ) and 45 kilos (100 pounds) of automatic pressure, the Elnapress Opal can iron a shirt in under one minute and press through three to four layers in one go. Retail value: $1299.  Details: http://www.elnausa.com/en-us/model_ironingpresses_elnapress-opal.php

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Bonus #2:  All new and renewing members are entered in a drawing to win a fabulous 48-spool collection from Aurifil of the finest quality mako cotton thread available today. Retail value: $420.

Bonus #3:  All new members receive a copy of the Summer 2010 issue of The Professional Quilter. You won't have to wait until the Fall issue is published and mailed to take advantage of our business building tips. Plus, we'll toss in a copy of our CD, "Digital Essentials for Quilters" with Gloria Hansen. We have limited copies of the the Summer issue and the CD, so this bonus is only good while supplies last.

 

So, what's stopping you?

Don't you want to get the same results other members are getting — increased sales, more credibility, more website visits? Join today at this unprecedented opportunity. Be sure to use the offer code SAVEBIG when you check out.

 

 

Only $99 - Save $40 through September 23 at noon EDT

 

 

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PS. Want to continue your savings. You can purchase more than one year and double or triple your savings. No limit!

 

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