I agree with Jim, it can be hard to get paid what you and your time are worth.
At my store, I work with a person who does finishing (bellpulls, ornaments, fobs, pillow, stockings, door hangers, and just about anything else that can be done from cross stitch). She sets the rates, with me acting as the "middle woman" to the client. The smallest finishing job will start in the $20 range, and move up to $60 or so. I don't think that's particularly high, but I wouldn't say I've done much research on the matter.
I will say that clients never haggle for price. I don't give a price quote, just a ballpark range. I don't usually get any bad reactions or "sticker shock" when they pick up their finished piece. Usually they're so delighted, and realize that perfect finishing does come at a price. So don't undersell your value -- folks will be glad to take you up on a low price, but that doesn't mean they HAVE to.
Hope this helps! Good luck -- a good finisher is worth her weight in gold, chocolate, and fine linen. :^)
-Lucy
Lucy Boyer Cross Stitch Unlimited Arlington, MA USA
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