How much to charge for hand quilting
#1
I have been asked to hand quilt a feedsack quilt made in the 30's. I will see it on Saturday to get the size. The owner has the backing, and I will provide the batting, quilting and binding. I know what to charge for the batting, but not sure about the quilting and binding. Any recommendations?
#2
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How intricate of quilting are you doing? give her a price per stitch, you can estimate this by counting the ones in a certain area. I did one but it was for Cancer donation so only charges $60.00 but that was a lot of work! I considered it a worthwhile cause so gave her a deal on it.
#6
Originally Posted by shequilts
I always charge maximum amount for any hand quilting. The least I charge is $600 for a twin. Time and deadlines make me crazy. If they want me, they have to pay.
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depends of course on size and patterns required , but think that $600 is way out of most peoples budget , OK, I know that you do need to charge but am always amazed at what most of you think is right.
A very fragile subject I agree but unless you are in business then a smaller charge should be levied.
Sorry but IMHO.
A very fragile subject I agree but unless you are in business then a smaller charge should be levied.
Sorry but IMHO.
#10
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Location: Northern Michigan
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many charge 2 cents to 2 1/2 cents per square inch. around here hand quilting is always charged by the square inch. ... a couch throw that measures 60"x80" = 480 square inches. at 2cents a sq.in. = $96
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