I charge by the square inch of the quilt top. For basic quilting I charge $.07 and for closer or custom I charge $.10. I charge extra if I have to also bind the quilt. If I provide the backing, batting or binding I charge that at my cost. I am really fast but not as fast as a longarm quilter. My hand quilting is as sturdy as that done by machine. The only damage done to the quilts I use in my home is from the cat catching his claws. I wash my quilts in the washing machine and use the dryer.