Originally Posted by hopetoquilt
Before you jump in to buy a LA, figure out how many quilts you make per year and multiply by the cost of using the machine. Is it more economical to rent a machine or to buy one?
I agree that this makes sense. However, by owning one you can work whenever you want. One of my customers told me she quilts late in to the night...long after our rentals are oiled, cleaned and shut down for the night!