Originally Posted by Gomeyer
I figure if I tip my waitress 20% for something that lasts a few hours, why wouldn't I tip my longarmer for something that could last 100 years. Gomeyer
True, but the long arm quilter can set her prices and a waitress cannot. Except for California and New Mexico, waiters and waitresses only make $2-$4 an hour. They don't make minimum wage and count on tips to survive. (Can you tell I'm a waitress? Lol.) That said, I know those who do long arm work are not normally paid what their time and work is worth. I find that unless I'm going through a quilt shop, I normally tip. I'm also great at spreading around a referral!! It not only helps out the gal who is doing the quilting but it also can help move your quilt up from the back of the line. :wink: