People seem to have no clue as to time, energy and cost of quilts! One thing that is never mentioned is the knowledge that we quilters spend time and money developing...taking classes, going to workshops, buying and reading books and magazines, etc. It takes years to become good at what we do!
A year or so ago a friend of a friend of a friend asked me to make a tee-shirt quilt. I found 3 websites online that make these quilts. I told the woman that she needed to look at these websites to get a clearer idea of exactly what she wanted, and that I would take $50 off the website price for her. Needless to say, I never heard from her again. I think she had "sticker shock" when she realized that these quilts run about $350. I suspect she thought I'd make it for free since she was supplying the shirts! I am always amazed at the number of "friends" who feel comfortable asking for your services for free. Do they ask their dentist or doctor or lawyer for free services????