[QUOTE=Krisb;5414308]Posts like this one make me wonder whether there is or should be some certification process for LAQ's, demonstrating a basic level of competency. Or could I go and buy a frame, put my Janome 1600p on it, put ads in stores and/or papers, and start a LA business? And if I did want to engage the services of LA quilter, how would I be sure that the person was competent and reputable? I know---use somebody from this board, of course!
I agree that this is very serious. A lot of money and time goes into the top. I would never let someone quilt mine if I hadn't watched them work and seen a lot of their work. Mistakes happen, but obviously she thought it was okay to return it like that and, I'm sure, accept payment. Do let us know what happens. I've never had good luck getting the holes stitching makes to close up, even after the fabric has been dried.