The first quilt I ever made(4 yrs. ago) was hand pieced and hand quilted. I didn't have a machine, but wanted to make a quilt for my grandaughter. Then my DH bought me a machine. I haven't hand pieced since but continue to hand quilt and applique. I do love FMQ...practice.practice,practice.
I was recently at a quilt show and only saw a few handquilted items, let alone hand pieced. I don't want it to be a lost art. Glad to see so many of you hand quilt.