I think this is a very legitimate question and have often wondered about it myself. I am a sahm after 10 years of working outside our home. I have found that if I have enough word of mouth (and it's spreading) I can get enough business to bring in enough extra money to help out with our bills. Could I make a living if I had to? Probably, but it would entail alot more work on my part - both with advertising and with the actual working end of it. Right now I just quilt for those who ask me to... I sold a table runner - the one in my avatar for $50 because the person was at my house and liked it - so it was hers - it actually goes with a wall hanging I'm making for her - for free because she can't applique. She knows I do this for money and if she chooses to pay me - I'll not say no. :)