Originally Posted by hopetoquilt
Take the pattern out, show her the fabric requirements and go on-line to show her the cost of the fabric. Go on a site like thousands of bolts and put all the necessary fabric in the "cart" and show her the total with shipping and tax. Don't forget thread and batting. When she sees that it can cost alot just for the materials, maybe she will understand.
Ditto for this suggestion. She would have a better understanding of the value of quilting. Perhaps she might like to learn how to quilt and be able to make her own. Happy quilting.