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Rag quilts have become very popular this year and the trend continues to grow. You may be asking yourself what exactly is a rag quilt. The quilts are made with larger than normal seam allowances and the cut edges are left exposed, cut and then washed to fringe them. This creates a unique look and a very soft thick quilt. They will continue to rag after each washing for some time, becoming even softer as time goes on.

Rag quilts make the perfect gift for baby showers, birthdays or any other special occasion that comes around. They are not nearly as expensive as a traditional quilt but still allow for that handmade one of kind feeling. They are available in all sizes and designs. Personalization is also available and ranges from a simple embroidered name to a custom appliqu. The sky is the limit when choosing a the perfect quilt for yourself or as a gift.

You may choose to make a rag quilt yourself as it is not at all difficult. Handcrafting your quilt makes it more special. If you are not handy with the sewing machine do not worry. There are many quilters out there who would love to make a quilt for you. You can still make it special by choosing colors, fabrics and personalizing the item to suit your likes. Take care when choosing a quilter to purchase from, make sure to see works that they have created and make sure they can meet your deadline. Nothing is worse than having the perfect gift a day late.

So, become the star of the party by giving a special gift that will last for years and may just become a family heirloom.

Find the perfect rag quilt today at Rag Quilt Boutique

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It's very important to get your business name right. You may already have a business name but it's not too late to change it. Let's face it; big organisations change their business and product names all the time.

I named my business Fairweather Associates when I started in 1993. However, when I attended networking events with my name badge on my lapel, people would ask - "Are you lawyers or accountants or architects?" They would come up with everything except what I actually did, which was Professional Speaking and Consulting.

I've retained Fairweather Associates for my business bank account; however, I'm much better know as - howtogetmoresales.com

Here are some things to think about when choosing your business name:

#1 Make it easy to remember - I met a lady from a graphic design business called - "Shout" - I'll always remember that on.

#2 Make it easy to pronounce. People feel uncomfortable if they phone you and pronounce your name incorrectly.

#3 Make it easy to spell

#4 Stir the customer's interest - make them want to ask more - Jones the Plumbers doesn't exactly do it. I met someone from - "Dynamic Plumbers" I had to ask - "What makes you "Dynamic"

#5 Make it positive sounding - optimistic

#6 Make it changeable - "Apex Software" might want to start selling hardware someday.

#7 Make sure it doesn't confuse you with someone else

#8 Make it attract the kind of customers you want -"equi- store.co.uk" sells all sorts of equestrian products to the horsy set.

#9 Make it fun, (if it's appropriate for your business) - "Curl up and Dye" - not for the baldies

#10 Make it quirky - egg.com - would you believe it's a bank

Here are some suggestions to help you choose a name:

#1 Brainstorm - think about how you want people to feel when they see or hear your name

#2 Think of humorous aspects of what you do

#3 Check other names and trademarks on the internet

#4 Check domain names

#5 Does your name sound cheap or expensive

#6 Think about picking a name that starts with "A." That could be important if you want to be listed in a publication such as Yellow Pages

There are books you can buy and software you can use to help choose a business name. Check out this book:

The Name's the Thing: Creating the Perfect Name for Your Company or Product Henri Charmasson

Discover how you can generate more business without having to cold call! Alan Fairweather is the author of "How to get More Sales without Selling" This book is packed with practical things that you can do to get customers to come to you . Click here now http://www.howtogetmoresales.com

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