I am a single mom too, so I know what you mean about the expense of quilting. I am in the US, so I may be completely off track here but I think it depends on what you are quilting for. I tend to just want to get behind my machine and sew. I do make some to give away, but not too many. Are there charities in your area? I LOVE Quilts for Kids. I don't know if they are international, but they are awesome. I would check into them. I love the idea of giving a quilt I made to a sick little boy or girl... even better they send me the fabric kits for free. I have to pay shipping to me and then the return shipping.. but Quilts for Kids supply the fabric and pattern. Then I just have to supply the thread, batting and my time. It works for me wonderfully and then I am helping a very nice charity as well.