Hi Kelly and welcome to the board from Iowa. The rates you quote are very reasonable. Classes are given at most quilt shops and one can learn to do much or all of this by classes or online lessons. Some of us choose to have someone quilt as we don't have large machines or space. It is kind of you to seek answers to your wife's questions. We hope to see you both on the board and I would love to see a picture of her first, completed quilt. Thank you for seeking us out (smile).