Today, I want to share my story of a long-term quilt project that started in March 2022. Little did I know that my quilt-building journey would hold valuable lessons for entrepreneurs like you seeking to stitch success in your business.
Just like an entrepreneur crafting a vision, I began with a pattern – my quilt's original design. But, much like a business plan, I realized it needed some adjustments. Entrepreneurs often find themselves tweaking their plans to better fit their goals. In my case, I reduced the quilt size by 25%, requiring time and careful calculations.
In May 2022, I started cutting fabrics and sewed my first blocks in June. Entrepreneurs, too, must roll up their sleeves and get to work, assembling the foundational elements of their business. Along the way, I juggled other projects, much like entrepreneurs managing multiple aspects of their ventures simultaneously.
By June 2023, all the main blocks were complete, reminiscent of an entrepreneur reaching milestones in their business journey. I divided the venture into manageable sections, setting the stage for the next steps.
Life, as it often does, threw a curveball in August, delaying my plans to assemble the sections. Entrepreneurs encounter unexpected challenges too, requiring them to adapt and realign their strategies. In November, with determination, I resolved to complete the quilt top by the year's end.
A quilt retreat in mid-December became my business strategy session. I stitched together five sections, revealing the beautiful wings of my butterfly. Entrepreneurs, too, sometimes need a focused retreat to see the bigger picture.
The remaining sections came together the following week, showcasing the completed butterfly body and wings by December 27th. Entrepreneurs can appreciate the satisfaction of seeing their hard work take shape. Finally, the borders – the finishing touches – were added on December 29th and 30th, completing the quilt top and the entrepreneurial journey.
Remember that success, like a quilt, is a result of dedication, perseverance, and adapting to life's twists and turns. May your ventures be as beautifully crafted as my quilt!
Quilt Stats:
If you're interested here are a few details about my quilt.
Quilt Pattern--The Butterfly Quilt by Tula Pink
Fabric--designed by Jason Yenter (mostly from the Floragraphix V collection)
Number of Different Blocks-- 15
Total Number of Blocks--219 (in just the butterfly)
Total Number of Fabric Pieces in the Quilt Top--1724