Buying a Quilt
Quilting Options
Quilting is the stitching that holds the front, back, and filling of the quilt together; it's the stitching that you can see. Once you have selected an Amy a la Mode quilt design, you can choose to have it quilted one of two ways:
- Amish Hand Quilting — Your quilt will be hand quilted by Amish women using traditional quilting techniques. Hand quilting lends your quilt an heirloom quality and coziness that can not be achieved with machine quilting. Patience is a virtue with this choice, since the hand quilting alone typically requires a minimum of four months to complete.
- Professional Machine Quilting — Machine quilting with a modern long-arm quilting machine is a durable and high-quality alternative to hand quilting. Machine quilting requires less time than hand quilting to complete and is typically less expensive.
Custom Designs
Create a true family heirloom with a custom-designed Amy a la Mode quilt. Work with Amy to create a quilt your family will treasure for generations. For custom designs, a non-refundable deposit of $500 is required to begin design work. Once the design is finalized and agreed upon, the balance of the 50% deposit will be due before construction begins. Delivery time from the date the second portion of the deposit is received depends on the design and the quilting method requested, as specified above. The remaining balance, including taxes and shipping, is due when the quilt is completed and before it ships from the Amy a la Mode studio.
Pricing Info
Pricing for quilts does not include applicable taxes, shipping, and optional shipping insurance.
Quilt sizes vary slightly depending on the design. Sizes for each design can be found by consulting the individual quilt listings.
Standard Quilt Pricing:
| Throw | Twin | Full/Queen | King | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Machine Quilted | $1050 | $1800 | $2100 | $2730 |
| Hand Quilted | $1960 | $3375 | $3920 | $5100 |
Custom Colorways: We can create our quilts for you in custom color palettes within the design restrictions of the pattern you choose. If you would like a custom colorway created for you, please contact us at info@amyalamode.com. The fee for the custom colorway service is $100 in addition to the price of the quilt and includes swatches.
Custom Designs: Pricing for custom designs is based on the project. Please contact us at info@amyalamode.com with details about the custom quilt you would like us to create for you. After consultation with you, we will provide you with a quote for your custom quilt.
Ordering Process
To order a quilt, contact us via e-mail at orders@amyalamode.com.
Swatch Service: If you would like to verify colors before ordering a quilt, a swatch service is available.
Delivery Time: Your quilt will be handmade and professionally quilted when you place your order. We do not keep quilts in stock. The construction of an Amy a la Mode quilt takes time. Most quilts with machine quilting can be expected to ship within two to four months. If hand quilting is requested, the time from order to delivery may be approximately six to eight months. Custom designs will require extra time. Please be patient while this quilt is created just for you.
Deposit: A non-refundable deposit of 50% of the quilt price is required at the time the quilt is ordered. We will begin constructon on your quilt once the deposit has been received.
Payment: Payment in full, including taxes and shipping, is due when the quilt is completed and before it ships from the Amy a la Mode studio. Payments may be made via check or credit card.
Shipping: Quilts are shipped via UPS. Insurance is available for an additional fee and is recommended. Shipping charges are paid by the customer and included in the final bill. Please notify us if you prefer an alternate method of shipment.
International Orders: International orders are accepted. Payment for international orders is accepted only via credit card. Please remember that there is always a potential delay during shipping for international orders as your quilt clears your country's customs.
Return Policy
Because Amy a la Mode quilts are made to order and because a significant amount of time is devoted to making your quilt especially for you, returns are not accepted on any quilt.
It is possible to see sample quilts in person if you live in the San Francisco Bay Area. See the Contact Information for details. A selection of Amy a la Mode quilts will also be available for sale beginning in October 2010 at the San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles.
If you live outside the San Francisco Bay Area and are concerned about color matching, we recommend our swatch service to assist you with color selection before you place your order.
Quilt Care
Amy a la Mode quilts are made by hand and designed to be used on your beds. However, like any textile, they are susceptible to wear and fading if not treated kindly. Treat your Amy a la Mode quilt as you would any treasured textile. Please avoid direct sunlight, as this may fade colors over time. Do not store quilts in plastic bags.
Air out quilts to freshen them up between cleanings. For light cleaning of surface dirt, vacuuming may be sufficient. Washing should be kept to a minimum, as it has the potential to increase wear of the fibers. If your quilt requires washing, we recommend that you wash it in cold water with a gentle fragrance-free and dye-free quilt soap, either by hand or in the gentle cycle of a washing machine. Only gentle agitation should be used. Be sure the quilt is rinsed well. Handle wet quilts carefully when lifting from tub or washer, since wet fibers are more vulnerable to stress.
Dry briefly on a low setting in your dryer, and then lie flat on towels to complete drying. A fan may be helpful for circulating air and speeding drying. Do not hang or wring wet quilts. Amy a la Mode quilts are constructed with pre-washed fabrics, but fading or bleeding could still occur during washing.
Dry cleaning is not recommended.
